Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Childrens Healing Center Good. Clean. Fun.® ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://childrenshealing.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Pop-Up Play 2026](https://childrenshealing.org/pop-up-play-2026/) - [Two Families - a whole lot of fun](https://childrenshealing.org/two-families-a-whole-lot-of-fun/) - A Space for Socializing “If the Center had not been there, what would his life be?” Gabe Lynn, now aged 4, was born prematurely and spent his first 79 days in the hospital, putting him at greater risk of infection. For his parents, Michael and Noelle, almost three months in intensive care left them exhausted - [Southeast Michigan Grand Opening](https://childrenshealing.org/childrens-healing-center-southeast-michigan-opening/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nf5jU6Jrqdg - [Dakari's Story](https://childrenshealing.org/dakaris-story/) - [Trauma Informed](https://childrenshealing.org/trauma-informed/) - If you’re passionate about making a difference and meaningful connections our Center Helpers play an integral role interacting and having fun with members. - [Salem's Story](https://childrenshealing.org/salems-story/) - [Pop-Up Play 2025](https://childrenshealing.org/pop-up-play-2025/) - [Sullivan's Story](https://childrenshealing.org/sullivans-story/) - [A special village: The Teachouts](https://childrenshealing.org/a-special-village-the-teachouts/) - Like most first-time mothers, Renée Teachout was excited and nervous, but ready. That swiftly changed during her 18-week check-up when she learned the child she was carrying had a heart defect. Three days after Harrison was born, additional testing showed he was missing his right coronary artery – meaning he needed a heart transplant. “It - [Pop-Up Play 2024](https://childrenshealing.org/pop-up-play-2024/) - If you’re passionate about making a difference and meaningful connections our Center Helpers play an integral role interacting and having fun with members. - [Children’s Healing Center Expands to Southeast Michigan](https://childrenshealing.org/childrens-healing-center-expands-to-southeast-michigan/) - The Center is a recreational space for children with weakened immune systems and their families that provides play, programming, education and socialization. - [Children’s Healing Center Finds New Home in West Michigan](https://childrenshealing.org/childrens-healing-center-finds-new-home-in-west-michigan/) - Grand Rapids, Michigan, Aug. 29, 2023 The Children’s Healing Center is moving to a new facility in Grand Rapids to bring the healing power of play to even more medically complex children. The move will enable the Center to meet the needs of its growing member base, who rely on the Center as a safe - [The Power of Believing in Someone](https://childrenshealing.org/the-power-of-believing-in-someone/) - Those were the words Randi Wilson said to me when I arrived at the visitation for her husband Jim. It brought tears to my eyes. - [Inclusive Friendships](https://childrenshealing.org/inclusive-friendships/) - I am a 13 year old and a member at the Center. I have two incurable diseases, Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) and Dysautonomia, and having those diseases is hard. - [Dodgeball or Jam Session?](https://childrenshealing.org/dodgeball-or-jam-session/) - Teens are like squirrels (too indecisive to pick a direction). Not yet an adult but no longer a child, yet they are often expected to make decisions... - [From Member Grandma to Volunteer](https://childrenshealing.org/from-member-grandma-to-volunteer/) - My name is Jan Burgers and my connection with The Children’s Healing Center began with a leukemia diagnosis for my little granddaughter... - [Bridging Gaps in Healthcare](https://childrenshealing.org/bridging-gaps-in-healthcare/) - My name is Amy Neumann and I have been a nurse for 15 years. I started my career in 2005 as a bedside nurse in the Pediatric Critical Care Unit... - [Not Alone in this Journey](https://childrenshealing.org/not-alone-in-this-journey/) - We had less than twelve hours to soak everything in. Our youngest, Maddie, was diagnosed in utero with Truncus Arteriosus. - [The Empty-Nester](https://childrenshealing.org/the-empty-nester/) - After working for Mary Free Bed in pediatrics without kids of my own, I always wished I had held that job as a parent. I would have had a different level... - [A Place of Healing](https://childrenshealing.org/a-place-of-healing/) - Tell me what you think is the success of our future? Name one thing more important than anything else. My confidence in this answer is high. - [Moving On](https://childrenshealing.org/moving-on/) - It’s hard to tell what parts of me now would have always been there, and which parts are a direct result of my experience with cancer. - [Amidst the Chaos](https://childrenshealing.org/amidst-the-chaos/) - Shortly after my daughter’s Neuroblastoma diagnosis nearly 10-years ago, I was grappling with how, and if, we would come out the other side. - [Friends By Heart](https://childrenshealing.org/friends-by-heart/) - The Children’s Healing Center is for kids. It’s in the name. When I started attending story times and movement classes with my son... - [A Post Treatment Future](https://childrenshealing.org/a-post-treatment-future/) - As you may have noticed in our newsletters and recent communication, I have a new surname. Winn became Barbour, 6 months ago, when I married my best friend. - [Springing Into Summer](https://childrenshealing.org/springing-into-summer/) - Check out what we’ve been doing the past year! Scroll down for a highlight reel of the time our AYA group has spent together in 2018 and early 2019. - [Remission](https://childrenshealing.org/remission/) - For anyone not going through cancer themselves, remission seems to represent “making it”, and finally being able to put this deathly nightmare behind you. - [Chicago Conference Review: Career Growth](https://childrenshealing.org/chicago-conference-review-career-growth/) - Amanda ventured to Chicago for the Association of Pediatric Oncology Social Workers conference this summer and returned to Grand Rapids with pages... - [Good Vibes](https://childrenshealing.org/good-vibes/) - We are stocking up on local, seasonal produce at the Fulton Street Farmers Market whenever possible. Think apples, hardy greens, sweet potatoes... - [How and When to Share Your Medical Story](https://childrenshealing.org/how-and-when-to-share-your-medical-story/) - Sharing your medical story with a new friend, partner, or acquaintance can feel a little daunting. How do you broach the subject? When is the right time? - [Turn That Frown Upside Down](https://childrenshealing.org/turn-that-frown-upside-down/) - Loosen up that clenched jaw and stop rolling your eyes because we are coming in hot with tricks to combat even the worst mood. - [Get to Know Amanda Winn](https://childrenshealing.org/get-to-know-amanda-winn/) - Amanda Winn, Executive Director of the Children’s Healing Center, is a Vita Collective leader with a passion for fun fitness, inspiring reads, and connecting... - [8 Ways to Integrate Holistic Healing Into Your Wellness Routine](https://childrenshealing.org/8-ways-to-integrate-holistic-healing-into-your-wellness-routine/) - We can all stand to take better care of ourselves and focus a bit more on leading healthier lifestyles. The Internet can lead you down a confusing path... - [Teach Your Friends to be Supportive](https://childrenshealing.org/teach-your-friends-to-be-supportive/) - Going through a medical crisis is hard enough on its own. Combine that strain with being a young adult whose friends may be struggling to relate... - [Get to Know Janna Sikma](https://childrenshealing.org/get-to-know-janna-sikma/) - Janna Sikma is a horse riding, duck loving, baking, dancing, reading, gardening machine. She is also our Vita Collective co-leader! - [Good Vibes](https://childrenshealing.org/good-vibes-2/) - “Yes, I survived cancer. But that doesn’t define me.” Debra Jarvis worked as a hospital chaplain for 30 years before her own cancer diagnosis. - [Game Night Guide](https://childrenshealing.org/game-night-guide/) - Game nights can be held anytime, anywhere and are so simple to host. Grab some snacks, pour a few drinks and set out your favorite games... - [Warming Winter Breakfast](https://childrenshealing.org/warming-winter-breakfast/) - To be fair, you could call this dish lunch or even dinner and no one is going to argue. They’ll be too busy munching on these warm, savory greens! - [Funbusters](https://childrenshealing.org/funbusters/) - My name is Liz Greer and I am the Volunteer Coordinator for the Children’s Healing Center. In addition to my work at the CHC, I love being a wife to Ken... - [Insightful Internship](https://childrenshealing.org/insightful-internship/) - I came across the Center by accident. My university, Grand Valley, had shared the internship posting on their social media and it just happened to catch my eye. - [The Best Place to Have Fun](https://childrenshealing.org/the-best-place-to-have-fun/) - My daughter’s physician asked me, “How do you envision your daughter’s death?” For most parents, that question would be shocking and unsettling. - [The Healing Power of Art](https://childrenshealing.org/the-healing-power-of-art/) - In early 1999 I was looking for something “fun” to do, and maybe to earn a little extra money. So when my sister told me The Mud Room, a cute little studio... - [My Brother's Legacy](https://childrenshealing.org/my-brothers-legacy/) - Hi, my name is Mike Copeland. I am a Patient Advocate for the Sickle Cell Disease Association – MI Chapter (SCDAAMI). - [Isolation, Uncertainty, and Fear is Our Every Day](https://childrenshealing.org/isolation-uncertainty-and-fear-is-our-every-day/) - While the outside world adjusts to this ‘new normal,’ not much has changed at the Center. We have been utilizing the recommended screening and cleanliness... - [AYA Navigates COVID-19](https://childrenshealing.org/aya-navigates-covid-19/) - It is safe to say that 2020 has not played out the way that any of us may have envisioned it to be. Before the unexpected that was thrown our way... - [More Unknown](https://childrenshealing.org/more-unknown/) - Three years ago in July my daughter Kate wrote a blog post titled ‘More Unknown.’ She had just had a bone marrow biopsy and learned she had developed... - [Finding Purpose](https://childrenshealing.org/finding-purpose-2/) - Purpose. It’s a word that we hear a lot and something that we might spend our entire lives searching for. Like so many others I struggled with the question... - [Leadership Lessons](https://childrenshealing.org/leadership-lessons/) - My name is Kate McCartney and I was a summer intern at Children’s Healing Center under Cheryl Raguse. I am going into my senior year at Grand Valley... - [Adaptability, Learning, and Growth](https://childrenshealing.org/adaptability-learning-and-growth/) - Hi! My name is Laurel, and I had the pleasure of being the Program Intern at the Children’s Healing Center this summer. - [The Meaning of Friendship](https://childrenshealing.org/the-meaning-of-friendship/) - Our names are both Kaitlyn. We are High School volunteers at the Children’s Healing Center. When asked by the Center to write a blog post we were excited... - [An Interview with Teen Member, Jed Rose](https://childrenshealing.org/an-interview-with-teen-member-jed-rose/) - I am 13 years old. I enjoy going sailing with my family and being outdoors. Right now actually, we are at the Sleeping Bear Dunes on the lake at the bottom. - [My Normal](https://childrenshealing.org/my-normal/) - If you had asked me what I imagined high school to be like when I was a kid, my answer would not even come close to matching my reality. - [A Better Version of Myself](https://childrenshealing.org/a-better-version-of-myself/) - My name is Taylor Wilson. Over the course of a year, I had the opportunity to fulfill different roles at Children’s Healing Center. - [A Ray of Sunshine](https://childrenshealing.org/a-ray-of-sunshine/) - My name is Amanda Cohen, I am a student at Grand Valley State University with hopes to become a Certified Child Life Specialist (eventually). - [These Kids Are Heroes](https://childrenshealing.org/these-kids-are-heroes/) - When I played basketball at Michigan State, I had the honor of meeting several children who were battling cancer. It always struck me that they looked up... - [Healthy Habits](https://childrenshealing.org/healthy-habits/) - Hi, everyone! My name is John Kopec, and I act as a consulting physician for CHC. Some of you may know me from HDVCH, where I worked in pediatric Critical... - [My Why](https://childrenshealing.org/my-why/) - My name is Patrick O’Brien and I have been volunteering at the Children’s Healing Center for the past four months. I completed my undergraduate degree in... - [Overwhelmingly Grateful](https://childrenshealing.org/overwhelmingly-grateful/) - As I sat on the floor in the fitness area of the Children’s Healing Center, I was overcome with feelings of immense gratitude observing the carefree... - [Q&A with Intern Rachel Traxler](https://childrenshealing.org/qa-with-intern-rachel-traxler/) - am currently a senior at Western Michigan University graduating this spring with my bachelor’s in Child and Family Development. I also started my master’s... - [Strength In Sports](https://childrenshealing.org/strength-in-sports/) - Hi, my name is Andrea Shaner, and I’ve been a committee member at the Center for a couple of years now. When I first became acquainted with the... - [What I Wish I Knew](https://childrenshealing.org/what-i-wish-i-knew/) - Hi, I’m Megan and I’ve been part of The AYA (adolescent and young adult) Movement through the CHC since its inception in 2016. - [Opening New Doors to Good. Clean. Fun.](https://childrenshealing.org/opening-new-doors-to-good-clean-fun/) - At the Children’s Healing Center, knowing how to have fun and help children heal through the power of play is what we do best. - [Ins and Outs of a Program](https://childrenshealing.org/ins-and-outs-of-a-program/) - For 18 years I taught 3 and 4-year old’s in a preschool classroom. Averaging 30 kids a year that would mean I’ve worked with 360+ kiddos. - [Cooper's Story](https://childrenshealing.org/cooper-story/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted Cooper and his family. - [CHC to Celebrate Grand Opening](https://childrenshealing.org/celebrate-grand-opening/) - Grand Rapids, Michigan, September 14, 2015 – The Children’s Healing Center, the first year-round recreation facility for kids with weak immune systems... - [My Experience as a Program Intern](https://childrenshealing.org/my-experience-as-a-program-intern/) - It’s me, Annalisa Lascoe. A sucker for adventure and the finer things in life. I’m just an ordinary young adult who is learning and growing from her mistakes... - [My Time at the Center](https://childrenshealing.org/my-time-at-the-center/) - I was introduced to the Center by a couple of my professors and a few peers who have recently interned and volunteered here at the Center. I was drawn... - [The Debbaudt Family](https://childrenshealing.org/family-fridays-debbaudt-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted The Debbaudt Family. - [Mental Health Awareness](https://childrenshealing.org/mental-health-awareness/) - Hello! I’m Laura Luchies, and I’m the Associate Director of Calvin University’s Center for Social Research. I have been the research and evaluation partner... - [My Program to Program Administrator](https://childrenshealing.org/my-program-to-program-administrator/) - Hello! My name is Ella Beckett and I’ve been involved with the Children’s Healing Center in a variety of ways over the past four and a half years. - [The Babiak Family](https://childrenshealing.org/family-fridays-babiak-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted The Babiak Family. - [CHC Facility Tour](https://childrenshealing.org/chc-facility-tour/) - Watch the video below to view a virtual tour of the Children's Healing Center and all it has to offer. - [Partners In Play](https://childrenshealing.org/partners-in-play/) - Our Partners in Play initiative matches donors with member families helping to keep membership free for qualifying families. No one should have to pay... - [CHC Micro Video 1](https://childrenshealing.org/chc-micro-video-1/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted so many families. - [Childhood Cancer Awareness Month](https://childrenshealing.org/childhood-cancer-awareness-month/) - Hi Everyone! My name is Clare DeVeau and I am one of the Pediatric Oncology Social Workers at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. I graduated from Hope College... - [The Pflug Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-pflug-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted The Pflug Family. - [The Savickas Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-savickas-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted The Savickas Family. - [The Alflen Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-alflen-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted The Alflen Family. - [The Middleton Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-middleton-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted The Middleton Family. - [The Loding Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-loding-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted The Loding Family. - [The Schiefla Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-schiefla-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted The Schiefla Family. - [Annika and Emma](https://childrenshealing.org/annika-and-emma/) - Teens Emma & Annika met in 2014 at Starlight Shores Camp. Annika was in cancer treatment, & Emma was a volunteer. Emma would find out later she also had cancer. - [The Rackes Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-rackes-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted the Rackes family. - [The DeYoung Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-deyoung-family/) - Watch the video below to hear how the Children’s Healing Center the first year-round recreation facility for kids has benefitted the DeYoung family. - [The Tanis Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-tanis-family/) - In the first few excruciating moments that followed their daughter Lily’s diagnosis, Matt and Allison Tanis’ only question was, “Can she be cured?” - [The Lawrence Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-lawrence-family/) - They never saw it coming. Not the family. Not the doctors. No one—Connie and David Lawrence realize now—but God in heaven. - [The Lerg Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-lerg-family/) - To Seth and Stephanie Lerg, it seems at times like only yesterday that they were honeymooning on Hilton Head Island, hardly a care in the world... - [The Bradley Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-bradley-family/) - When Colin Bradley was diagnosed with leukemia at age age 11, he and his parents were immediately thrust into an inexplicable world they never saw coming... - [The Burgers Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-burgers-family/) - That little girl there with a smile as big as a butterfly’s wings?That’s Becca Burgers. But not Becca Burgers the patient. Not Becca Burgers who has leukemia. - [The Choi Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-choi-family/) - It’s “The Clean House.” That’s the word from 3-year-old twins Taylor and Jarren Choi, who because of a blood disorder that threatens Jarren’s immune system - [The Jackson Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-jackson-family/) - The Jackson family calls it “Mistha’s Journey.” And what a journey it’s been – a bittersweet trek that began when this little tyke was just 6-weeks-old. - [The Brann Family](https://childrenshealing.org/the-brann-family/) - The Brann's know what it is to suffer & grieve. But thanks in part to the Children’s Healing Center, joy and hope for the future are also a part of their lives. - [Pop Up Play](https://childrenshealing.org/pop-up-play/) - Children’s Healing Center is the first year-round recreation facility for kids with weakened immune systems and their families in a safe, clean environment. - [Fieldwork Intern Fun](https://childrenshealing.org/fieldwork-intern-fun/) - I started off volunteering on Monday nights after being encouraged to check out CHC by my professors and my Aunt Dawn. - [CHC Micro Video 2](https://childrenshealing.org/chc-micro-video-2/) - Children’s Healing Center is the first year-round recreation facility for kids with weakened immune systems and their families in a safe, clean environment. - [CHC Micro Video 3](https://childrenshealing.org/chc-micro-video-3/) - Children’s Healing Center is the first year-round recreation facility for kids with weakened immune systems and their families in a safe, clean environment. - [Children's Healing Center](https://childrenshealing.org/childrens-healing-center/) - Hear the vision of the Children's Healing Center. The Center is a year-round recreation facility for kids with weakened immune systems. - [Everything I know about Godzilla](https://childrenshealing.org/everything-i-know-about-godzilla/) - This giant, dinosaur-like creature breathes atomic breath and unleashes radioactive beams whilst battling and brawling with opponents like Mothra and Rodan. - [Behind the Scenes](https://childrenshealing.org/behind-the-scenes/) - My educational background is IT and International Business with a minor in French and I am grateful to be able to bring my experience & education to the Center. - [Joy During the Holidays](https://childrenshealing.org/joy-during-the-holidays/) - We encompass the feeling of joy through the Center all year long, but especially during the holidays. Good. Clean. Fun. - [Outside Matters](https://childrenshealing.org/outside-matters/) - The winter months can make going outside and being active difficult. Luckily, there are some winter activities and motivational tools that make it easy to keep your New Year Resolutions and to stay healthy and happy. The American Psychology Association states that a stroll in the park or a day spent in the snow - [The Perfect Place for Me](https://childrenshealing.org/the-perfect-place-for-me/) - A friend of mine mentioned the Center as a place to volunteer and gain experience for my future career, little did I know the impact would be much greater. - [WE LOVE Project](https://childrenshealing.org/we-love-project/) - This month we ran our “WE LOVE” project to express our gratitude and love for those who make what we do possible. - [Finding the Right Place for Me](https://childrenshealing.org/finding-the-right-place-for-me/) - I really wanted to take my time to find something that not only felt right for me but provided an environment that also cultivated a fun and loving culture. - [The Luck of the Center](https://childrenshealing.org/the-luck-of-the-center/) - We are so lucky to have the best members, volunteers, team, board members, and community of supporters. We are lucky to create memories and build community. - [This is Public Health](https://childrenshealing.org/this-is-public-health/) - Public Health influences all that we do, the Covid-19 pandemic has opened societies' eyes to a small portion of this amazing and broad field. - [The Journey to Social Work](https://childrenshealing.org/the-journey-to-social-work/) - I have enjoyed my time here, providing social and emotional support for the kids, interacting with them, and engaging in fun and safe learning activities. - [From a Mothers Perspective](https://childrenshealing.org/from-a-mothers-perspective/) - In May we sit down with Leena and learn more about her family, what is it like to be a mom of a child with a medical vulnerability, and their time at the Center - [Healthy Eating](https://childrenshealing.org/healthy-eating/) - This month’s blog is all about healthy eating! Healthy eating includes eating at home instead of out, eating farm fresh food, and growing your own food at home. - [Pop-Up Play 2022](https://childrenshealing.org/pop-up-play-2022/) - If you’re passionate about making a difference and meaningful connections our Center Helpers play an integral role interacting and having fun with members. - [Finding the Center](https://childrenshealing.org/finding-the-center/) - Benjamin and I have been coming to The Center for the better part of a year. Parenthood is easily one of the most challenging experiences a person can have. - [From A Father's Perspective](https://childrenshealing.org/from-a-fathers-perspective/) - In Ellory’s diagnosis, she and our neighbor’s daughter (who needed to stay healthy for her brother’s sake) would go to some of the Center’s preschool offerings. - [A Place to Believe In](https://childrenshealing.org/a-place-to-believe-in/) - I have had the privilege of working under Melissa, the Director of Development & Growth as well as many other wonderful staff members and volunteers here at CHC ## Pages - [Home](https://childrenshealing.org/) - Children’s Healing Center is the first year-round recreation facility for kids with weakened immune systems and their families in a safe, clean environment. - [Get Involved // Donate](https://childrenshealing.org/donate/) - [About Us // Career Opportunities](https://childrenshealing.org/career-opportunities/) - [About Us // Contact](https://childrenshealing.org/contact/) - Children’s Healing Center offers a wide range of programs that emphasize research- based play, socialization, and learning. - [Programs // Program Offerings](https://childrenshealing.org/program-offerings/) - The Center is a “yes” zone – where kids can just be kids without the fear of getting sick. With a blend of fun programs, there is something for everyone. - [About Us // Sponsor a Family](https://childrenshealing.org/sponsor-a-family/) - Our Partners in Play family sponsorship initiative matches donors with member families making it possible for all to have a safe & clean place to play. - [Get Involved // Yardwork/Maintenance](https://childrenshealing.org/yardwork-maintenance/) - Perfect for small groups or individuals willing to roll up their sleeves and dig in to keep our space clean. Safe for kids and families to play and connect. - [About Us // FAQs](https://childrenshealing.org/faqs/) - The Center is open to kids ages 0-26 who are immunocompromised or more vulnerable to illness as a result of a medically complex condition, and their families. - [Pop-Up Play 2026 at Great Lakes Pickleball Club](https://childrenshealing.org/pop-up-play-2026-at-great-lakes-pickleball-club/) - [Get Involved // Internship/Practicum](https://childrenshealing.org/internship-practicum/) - Comprehensive hands-on internship program is offered 3 times a year for a duration of 14-16 weeks. Interns gain experience developing & implementing curriculums - [Membership // Video Library](https://childrenshealing.org/video-library/) - The Center is open to kids ages 0-26 who are immunocompromised or more vulnerable to illness as a result of a medically complex condition, and their families. - [About Us // Privacy Policy](https://childrenshealing.org/privacy-policy/) - We value the privacy of our members, donors & site visitors. This Privacy Policy is designed to help you understand how its related organizations and affiliates - [Terms and Conditions](https://childrenshealing.org/terms-and-conditions/) - [Get Involved // Volunteer](https://childrenshealing.org/volunteer/) - If you’re passionate about making a difference & meaningful connections, helpers play a key role providing support while interacting & having fun with members. - [Get Involved // Program Volunteer](https://childrenshealing.org/center-helper/) - If you’re passionate about making a difference and meaningful connections our Center Helpers play an integral role interacting and having fun with members. - [About Us // CHC In the News](https://childrenshealing.org/chc-in-the-news/) - The Center is open to kids ages 0-26 who are immunocompromised or more vulnerable to illness as a result of a medically complex condition, and their families. - [Giving Tuesday](https://childrenshealing.org/giving-tuesday/) - [Membership // Why Join](https://childrenshealing.org/why-join/) - [Membership // Who Qualifies](https://childrenshealing.org/who-qualifies/) - The Center is open to kids ages 0-26 who are immunocompromised or more vulnerable to illness as a result of a medically complex condition, and their families. - [Membership // Become A Member](https://childrenshealing.org/become-a-member/) - The Center is open to kids ages 0-26 who are immunocompromised or more vulnerable to illness as a result of a medically complex condition, and their families. - [Join our FREE summer camps!](https://childrenshealing.org/join-our-free-summer-camps/) - [Programs // AYA Upcoming Events](https://childrenshealing.org/aya-upcoming-events/) - Children’s Healing Center offers a wide range of programs that emphasize research- based play, socialization, and learning for teens and young adults. - [Southeast Michigan Center](https://childrenshealing.org/southeast-michigan-center/) - [About Us // Our Team & Board](https://childrenshealing.org/our-team-and-board/) - [West Michigan Center](https://childrenshealing.org/west-michigan-center/) - [Get Involved // Support Our Programs](https://childrenshealing.org/support-our-programs/) - Help create lifelong memories for kids and families as a program supporter through Day Camp/Special Event sponsorships or purchasing items off our Wish List. - [Membership // Transportation](https://childrenshealing.org/transportation/) - The Center is dedicated to ensuring services to all who qualify by removing barriers for families who do not have access to clean and reliable transportation. - [About Us // Our Founding Partners](https://childrenshealing.org/our-founding-partners/) - We would like to thank those who generously donated to our campaign and made the Children’s Healing Center possible. It takes courage, hard work, and resources. - [About Us // Our Team & Board](https://childrenshealing.org/our-team-and-board-old/) - Our team’s collective personal health journeys or that of a loved one offer a unique understanding and compassion to the work we do for our member families. - [Programs // Our Clean Environment](https://childrenshealing.org/our-clean-environment/) - At the Center, our hospital-grade facility is designed to provide a squeaky-clean environment. Members undergo a thorough health screening prior to entry. - [My Account](https://childrenshealing.org/my-account/) - [Checkout](https://childrenshealing.org/checkout/) - [Cart](https://childrenshealing.org/cart/) - [About Us // Our History](https://childrenshealing.org/our-history/) - Children’s Healing Center started as a dream of founder Amanda Barbour after her own cancer journey. She created a place where ill kids can connect & have fun. - [Refer A Family](https://childrenshealing.org/refer-a-family/) - The Center is open to kids ages 0-26 who are immunocompromised or more vulnerable to illness as a result of a medically complex condition, and their families. - [Membership // Monthly Program Key](https://childrenshealing.org/our-monthly-programs/) - [Membership // Member Stories](https://childrenshealing.org/member-stories/) - At the heart of the Children’s Healing Center is a beautiful culmination of stories from families, volunteers, staff, medical advisors and community members. - [About Us // Cookies](https://childrenshealing.org/cookies/) - Terms of Use apply to the Children’s Healing Center website, the Children’s Healing Center online member portal, and related sites. - [Membership // AYA Movement Blog](https://childrenshealing.org/aya-movement-blog/) - We host social experiences, share resources, and work to develop a community of young adults doing life together and sharing empathetic relationships. - [About Us // Our Partners](https://childrenshealing.org/our-partners/) - The Center is open to kids ages 0-26 who are immunocompromised or more vulnerable to illness as a result of a medically complex condition, and their families. - [About Us // Amanda's Story](https://childrenshealing.org/amandas-story/) - Amanda was a typical 21 year-old ready to graduate college. However, in 2009 Amanda’s life came to a halt when she was diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma - [Membership // Family Features](https://childrenshealing.org/family-features/) - Every family has a story. As a facility closed to the general public, we’ve created a platform to share our families’ incredible journeys. - [Membership // Storybook Blog](https://childrenshealing.org/storybook-blog/) - At the heart of the Center is a beautiful culmination of stories from families, volunteers and community members. - [Programs // Our Approach](https://childrenshealing.org/our-approach/) - The Center works to address key social determinants of health, including isolation and loneliness by providing a clean, safe place to play and connect. - [Programs // Teens & AYA Movement](https://childrenshealing.org/teens-aya/) - The Center offers special programming for teens and young adults to help foster new relationships rooted in shared medical experiences. - [Programs // Tour Our Facility](https://childrenshealing.org/tour-our-facility/) - Our hospital-grade facility is designed to provide a squeaky-clean environment where kids can just be kids without the fear of getting sick. - [Programs // Tech Lounge](https://childrenshealing.org/tech-lounge/) - A popular multi-purpose space, this zone offers opportunity for tech-based exploration, including a screen for motor sensor fitness games and movie nights. - [Programs // Parent Lounge](https://childrenshealing.org/parent-lounge/) - This space allows parents both time to themselves, time to quietly work, or an opportunity get to know other parents who can relate what they’re going through. - [Programs // Garden Space](https://childrenshealing.org/garden-space/) - Our garden has been specially designed with hypo-allergenic plants, ample shade to block the sun’s harmful rays and other calming features. - [Programs // Exploratory Play](https://childrenshealing.org/exploratory-play/) - The hub for exploration and play-based learning, includes fine motor skill activities, table spaces, comfy seating, and a mini-store front. - [Programs // Entrance/Screening Room](https://childrenshealing.org/entrance-screening-room/) - Our screening area is a self-contained space with pressurization & its own HVAC unit. The 3 bays allow plenty of space for physical distancing when checking in. - [Programs // Art & Learning Room](https://childrenshealing.org/art-learning-room/) - The Art and Learning room is used for group art and educational projects that encourage exploration, ideation and discovery all while being therapeutic. - [Programs // Active Fitness](https://childrenshealing.org/active-fitness/) - Active Fitness provides room for kids to run, release energy and engage in play. We host a variety of fitness classes, games and sports for the whole family. - [Get Involved // Day Camp/Special Event Sponsor](https://childrenshealing.org/day-camp-special-event-sponsor/) - When school is not in session, our break camps bring learning objectives to our members in fun and creative ways. Camps are highly anticipated annual tradition. - [Booklet](https://childrenshealing.org/booklet/) - From the advice of a group of parents our booklet serves as a conversation starter and resource pointing out some commonly said phrases and what to say instead. ## UX Blocks - [Yardwork Helper Southeast Michigan](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/yardwork-helper-southeast-michigan/) - [Internship West Michigan Form](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/internship-west-michigan-form/) - [Internship Southeast Michigan Form](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/internship-southeast-michigan-form/) - [Special Projects Volunteer West Michigan](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/yardwork-helper-west-michigan/) - [Footer](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/footer/) - [Center Helper West Michigan Form](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/center-helper-west-michigan-form/) - [Pop-Up Play Event Banner](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/pop-up-play-event-banner/) - [Center Helper Southeast Michigan Form](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/center-helper-southeast-michigan-form/) - [Get Involved Dropdown](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/get-involved-dropdown/) - [About Us Dropdown](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/about-us-dropdown/) - [Membership Dropdown](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/membership-dropdown/) - [Become A Member](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/become-a-member/) - [Programs Dropdown](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/programs-dropdown/) - [Testimonials Secondary Page Version](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/testimonials-secondary-page-version/) - [Testimonials](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/testimonials/) - [Old facility tour block](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/old-facility-tour-block/) - [Good Clean Fun Footer](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/good-clean-fun-footer/) - [Get Involved Donate Header](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/get-involved-donate-header/) - [Homepage Counter Section](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/homepage-counter-section/) - [West Michigan Become a Member](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/west-michigan-become-a-member/) - [Southeast Michigan Become a Member](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/southeast-michigan-become-a-member/) - [Southeast Michigan Refer a Family Form](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/southeast-michigan-refer-a-family-form/) - [West Michigan Refer a Family Form](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/west-michigan-refer-a-family-form/) - [Southeast Center Dropdown](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/southeast-dropdown/) - [West Center Dropdown](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/west-center-dropdown/) - [Video Block](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/video-block/) - [Menu Video Program](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/menu-video-program/) - [Seminar Banner](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/seminar-banner/) - [Newsletter](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/newsletter/) - [Newsletter Old For Future](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/newsletter-old-for-future/) - [Who Qualifies Video Section](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/who-qualifies-video-section/) - [Our Approach Video Section](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/our-approach-video-section/) - [Membership Page Video Section](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/membership-page-video-section/) - [Three Blocks Callout Template](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/three-blocks-callout-template/) - [Share Your Story](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/share-your-story/) - [Homepage Feature Bubble Section](https://childrenshealing.org/blocks/homepage-feature-bubble-section/) ## Products - [Other Donation Amount](https://childrenshealing.org/product/other-donation/) - Thank you for your support. Your kindness and generosity means so much to us! With your donation you're giving children a safe place to play, learn, grow, bringing families closer together and uniting entire communities. Thank you for giving the gift of play. - [BFF Sponsorship](https://childrenshealing.org/product/2750-bff-sponsorship/) - Thank you for your support. Your kindness and generosity means so much to us! With your donation you're giving children a safe place to play, learn, grow, bringing families closer together and uniting entire communities. Thank you for giving the gift of play. - [Pal Sponsorship](https://childrenshealing.org/product/500-pal-sponsorship/) - Thank you for your support. Your kindness and generosity means so much to us! With your donation you're giving children a safe place to play, learn, grow, bringing families closer together and uniting entire communities. Thank you for giving the gift of play. - [Buddy Sponsorship](https://childrenshealing.org/product/1500-buddy-sponsorship/) - Thank you for your support. Your kindness and generosity means so much to us! With your donation you're giving children a safe place to play, learn, grow, bringing families closer together and uniting entire communities. Thank you for giving the gift of play. - [$25 Donation](https://childrenshealing.org/product/25-donation/) - Thank you for your support. Your kindness and generosity means so much to us! With your donation you're giving children a safe place to play, learn, grow, bringing families closer together and uniting entire communities. Thank you for giving the gift of play. - [$100 Donation](https://childrenshealing.org/product/100-donation/) - Thank you for your support. Your kindness and generosity means so much to us! With your donation you're giving children a safe place to play, learn, grow, bringing families closer together and uniting entire communities. Thank you for giving the gift of play. - [$50 Donation](https://childrenshealing.org/product/50-donation/) - Thank you for your support. Your kindness and generosity means so much to us! With your donation you're giving children a safe place to play, learn, grow, bringing families closer together and uniting entire communities. Thank you for giving the gift of play. ## Portfolio - [Megan Rogers, Board Chair, Child Life & Patient Experience Coordinator, University of Michigan Health Regional Network](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/megan-rogers/) - [Ryan Ducharme, Board Chair, Client Executive, Hylant](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/ryan-ducharme/) - [Deniz McGee, Director of Marketing & Communications, University of Michigan, Taubman College of Architecture & Urban Planning](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/deniz-mcgee/) - [Leo Chen,Financial Consultant, TIAA](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/leo-chen/) - [Emily Tuesday, Owner, Tuesday & Co](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/emily-tuesday/) - [D’Anna Saul, MD, Site Medical Advisor, Pediatric & Internal Medicine Hospitalist, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/danna-saul-md/) - [Ken Hermann, Tax Principal - CPA, Plante Moran](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/ken-hermann/) - [Jordan Emerson](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/jordan-emerson/) - [Maddie Berce, Membership & Outreach Coordinator](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/maddie-berce/) - [Emma Clinkscales, LMSW Membership & Outreach Manager](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/emma-clinkscalesbehavioral-health-manager/) - 12 - [Mykala Valencourt, CTRS, Program Coordinator](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/mykala-valencourt/) - [Morgan James, Program Manager](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/morgan-jamesprogram-manager/) - [Andrea Hekman, Education Coordinator & Little Tots University Teacher](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/amanda-barbourlittle-tots-university-preschool-teacher/) - [Charmaine Kennedy, Executive Director](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/charmaine-kennedy-executivedirector/) - [Autumn Haan,Executive Director](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/autumn-haan/) - [Lizzy Arnouts, Social Work Intern](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/elizabeth-davidson-program-intern/) - [Mary Luplow, CCLS, Membership & Outreach Manager](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/mary-luplowmembership-outreach-coordinator/) - [Sarah Velliky,Manager of Design & Construction](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/sarah-vellikymanager-of-design-construction/) - [Stephanie Katke, CCLS, Program Manager](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/stephanie-katkeprogram-manager/) - [Stevie Kovanda, Board Secretary, Director of Foundation, The Jones Family Foundation](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/stevie-kovanda-community-leaders-the-jones-family-foundation/) - [Jian Yu, Board Chair, Managing Director, R20 Insights LLC](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/jian-yu/) - [Shannon Wilson, State Board Representative, Vice President of Population Health & Health Equity, Priority Health](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/shannon-wilson/) - [Christine Boelkins, Community Advocate](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/christine-boelkins/) - [Mark Periard, Board Treasurer, Wealth Adviser / Estate Planning Attorney, Legacy Trust](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/mark-periard/) - [Mark Scott, Board Vice Chair, Chief Financial Officer, Buell Motorcycle Co.](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/mark-scott/) - [Beth Kurt, MD, Board Medical Advisor, Pediatric Hematologist Oncologist, Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/beth-kurt/) - [Chris Koontz, Board Chair, M&A and Strategy, Stryker Corporation](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/chris-koontz/) - [Sarah Straveler, RN, Peds Oncology/BMT, Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/sarah-straveler/) - [Ryan Schauland, Marine Biologist, Aquatic Doctors Lake Management Inc.](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/ryan-schauland/) - [Drew Neitzel, Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo Advisors](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/drew-neitzel/) - [Dan McGraw,Senior Business Strategist/CEO,DPT Solutions](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/dan-mcgraw/) - [John Kopec, MD, Retired Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/john-kopec-md/) - [Kelly Jandernoa, Board Vice Chair, ED of Red Glasses Movement and RN, The Cancer and Hematology Centers](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/kelly-jandernoa/) - [Sue Condit, RN retired](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/sue-condit/) - 3543 - [Erich Catzere, Vice President, Insurance Point](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/erich-catzere/) - [Dawn Burgess, Founder & CEO, SuperBub’s SuperHeros](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/dawn-burgess/) - [Brandi Berry, Public Health Program Supervisor - CSHCS- FIMR, Kent County Health Department](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/brandi-berry/) - [Maureen Stys, CCLS, Manager, Child Life & Volunteer Services, Children’s Hospital of Michigan](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/maureen-stysccls-manager-child-life-spiritual-care-and-volunteer-services-ada-coordinator-childrens-hospital-of-michigan/) - [Melissa Heinen, DO, MPH, Division Head of Pediatrics, Trinity Health IHA Medical Group](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/melissa-heinend-o-m-p-h-division-head-of-pediatrics-trinity-health-iha-medical-group/) - [Joe Manica,President & CEO,United Bank of Michigan](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/joe-manica/) - [Ann Hansen, Retired CPA, Family Manager](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/ann-hansencommunity-leader/) - [Justin Domber, Sr. Financial Advisor/Relationship Manager, CAPTRUST](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/justin-domber-sr-financial-advisor-relationship-manager-captrust/) - [Tom Conzelmann,CFO, 3T Medical Systems](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/tom-conzelmann/) - [Shawn Campbell, Vice President of Fund Development & Engagement, Gilda's Club](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/shawn-campbell/) - [Mark Burgers, Accountant / Controller, Vervint](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/mark-burgers/) - [Phil Yeiter, Senior Director, Government Relations, Corewell Health](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/phil-yeiter/) - [Jessie Stachowiak,CEO & Founder, Bontop Marketing & Design](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/jessie-stachowiak/) - [Laura Luchies, Founder & Principal Consultant, DataWise Consulting](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/laura-luchies/) - 82 - [Michelle Ilitch, Vice President, Physician Partnerships, Henry Ford Health](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/michelle-illitchmph-vice-president-physician-partnerships-henry-ford-health/) - [Ron Grifka, MD, Hospital President & Pediatric Cardiologist, University of Michigan Health - West](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/ron-grifka-md/) - [Amanda Barbour, Founder & CEO](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/amanda-barbourfounder-ceo/) - [Todd Osbeck, Director of Finance](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/todd-osbeckdirector-of-finance/) - [Melissa Block, Director of Development & Growth](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/melissa-blockdirector-of-development-growth/) - [Janet Conzelmann, Chief Operating Officer](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item/janet-conzlemann-chief-operating-officer/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://childrenshealing.org/category/uncategorized/) - [Organization](https://childrenshealing.org/category/organization/) - [Education](https://childrenshealing.org/category/education/) - [AYA Movement](https://childrenshealing.org/category/aya-movement/) - [CHC in the News](https://childrenshealing.org/category/chc-in-the-news/) - [Family Features](https://childrenshealing.org/category/family-features/) - [Member Stories](https://childrenshealing.org/category/member-stories/) - [Storybook](https://childrenshealing.org/category/storybook/) - [Video Library](https://childrenshealing.org/category/video-library/) ## Tags - [chc](https://childrenshealing.org/tag/chc/) - [childrens healing center](https://childrenshealing.org/tag/childrens-healing-center/) - [our approach](https://childrenshealing.org/tag/our-approach/) - [trauma](https://childrenshealing.org/tag/trauma/) ## Product categories - [Donation](https://childrenshealing.org/product-category/donation/) ## Portfolio Categories - [West Michigan Location](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/west-michigan/) - [Southeast Michigan Location](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/southeast-michigan/) - [Interns](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/interns/) - [Statewide Board](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/statewide-board/) - [Southeast Michigan Board](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/southeast-board/) - [West Michigan Board](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/west-board/) - [Finance Committee](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/finance/) - [Long-Range Planning Committee](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/long-range-planning/) - [Statewide Staff](https://childrenshealing.org/featured_item_category/statewide-staff/)