Groups & Organizations
Patients look forward to the many special events organized by volunteers from high schools, churches, retirement and nursing homes, scouting troops, corporations and professional groups and societies. Some employees of corporations and members of organizations fill a weekly volunteer placement while other elect to visit Children’s Hospital once or twice a year. For those individuals or groups who elect to make infrequent volunteer visits, the Child Life Big Hearts for Little Hands Program was designed with you in mind.
We have included some ideas for you to consider when scheduling your Big Heart for Little Hands visit.
Event Ideas: Use your creative genius – the sky is the limit!
- Host a Bingo night
- Entertain us with a puppet show or skit
- Organize a game night (board games, cards, etc.)
- Help clean and disinfect toys
- Host a Karaoke Party
- Entertain us with a magic show
- Share a special skill (arts & crafts, drawing, etc.)
- Share your musical abilities
- Decorate the Child Life Playroom or Classroom in a festive holiday theme
- Host a small carnival with fun booths and games
- Donate items from our “Additional Ways to Help” list
We also love to hear your own creative ideas for events.
Tips for a Successful Big Hearts for Little Hands Visit
- Download, review and sign the Confidentiality Agreement for Non-Employees. Please bring this signed agreement with you on the day of your visit. A member of the Child Life team will collect this form when you arrive at the Child Life Playroom or Classroom.
- You are welcome to take photographs during your group’s visit to the hospital as long as patients are NOT in the pictures. Photos cannot be used for promotional or fundraising purposes. Please consult our privacy policy for more information.
- In general, group size is limited to five individuals in the Child Life Playroom and Classroom at any one time. However, special arrangements may be made through the Child Life team. The minimum age of a guest is 10 years old. At least one adult over the age of 18 must accompany all Big Heart visitors.
- Individuals are also welcome. Community Service hours for class credit are limited to two hours.
- Plan to bring an interactive item with you such as a craft activity and supplies, a puppet, toy, musical instruments, a book to read or a game to play.
- Please dress comfortably and safely in closed toe and closed heeled shoes. In warm weather, knee length shorts and tops with at least a 3 inch width strap are permitted.
For more information about this program or to schedule a visit, please contact our Child Life Big Hearts for Little Hands Program at (559) 353-5876.