Child Life Program

Child Life

General Information

This is a one-time morning experience: 9:00-12:00. Residents will have an opportunity to meet with Sandy Westfall who will share information about the resources available from the Child Life Therapy Program. Children who are psychologically prepared for medical procedures recover faster. The child life therapist will share pearls of communication as well as the use of play while caring for children. Residents should meet Sandy in her office.

Required Readings

Child Life Services

Helping Children Cope w/ Health Care Procedures

Mastering Development & Critical Experiences Through Play

Lead Contact

Sandy Westfall

(503) 418-5377(503) 418-5377

Director, DCH Child Life Therapy Program

Directions:

DCH 10S, Child Life Therapy Program Office

Meet in Sandy Westfall’s office on 10 South.