Thursday, July 11, 2013

Child Life Specialists - Making a Difference

My name is Francesca Kizer, Child Life Specialist at Women's & Children's Hospital, and Child Life has been a part of my life since I was 14 years old, when I was treated for an abdominal tumor.  

The part of my hospitalization that I remember the most was when I worked with my Child Life Specialist.  She helped me to understand why I was there, gave me fun things to do, and prepared me for any procedures, while clarifying any misconceptions I had.  I knew from the day I left the hospital, that I would one day become certified and devote my time to helping other children and their families during their time at the hospital.