What is the Bravery Beads Program at The Hospital for Sick Children and how does it work?
The Bravery Bead Program allows children who wish to participate, the chance to collect a different bead for each procedure or event while visiting the hospital for treatment. The goal of the program is to make a necklace with colourful beads that represent the unique and special journey of a particular child and to make something that they are proud of and want to share with family and friends. Beads are not given as a reward or something to be earned but rather to represent each child’s individual story through treatment. The partnership between the Women’s Auxiliary volunteers and the Child Life Specialists is a critical element in the success of the program at SickKids. Volunteers check and shop for supplies, cut and dip the rattail, fill the bead boxes in different areas, and keep the refill boxes stocked for easy access. They along with the Child Life Specialists help patients and parents build necklaces as needed. Before the program is expanded, a bead legend is designed with ne
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