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Child and Family Life

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A visit from a princess and a fairy

Tinkerbell and Anna spread smiles at an enchanted visit to the children's hospital.

‘It gives people hope’

A young cancer survivor is joined by family and friends in delivering a caravan of toys to the children's hospital.

Hanging out with heroes

A daring superhero team drops by to inspire plenty of smiles at the children's hospital on Halloween.

For the love of music

YouTube sensation Chelsea Cutler visits kids at the children’s hospital and talks about her love of singing and songwriting.

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Kids conquer the diamond

Minor League baseball team puts patients from children's hospital in charge for one special night.

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A boatload of fun

Santa makes a splash as he brings Christmas in July to little ones spending summer days in the children's hospital.

A race for camaraderie

Care providers and community members join Fox Trot 5K to promote fitness and foster connections.

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‘Daddy’s still here’

Children of adult patients in the hospital receive emotional support through a new Child and Family Life program.

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‘We love these kids’

With skill and grace, the Child and Family Life team brings education and entertainment to young patients.

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‘More than a frequent flyer’

In his battle against kidney disease, 11-year-old Isaac has become a familiar, smiling face at dialysis treatments.

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‘This really makes our kids smile’

An emergency department nurse delivers bright bundles of love on Valentine’s Day.

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‘The real Spider-Man’

The superhero rappelled down the side of the 11-story Helen DeVos Children's Hospital as children watched in awe.