Palliative
Care

Children at all stages of a serious illness are cared for here, with conditions ranging from chronic to complex to life-limiting. Skilled hands minimize distressing symptoms, maximize quality of life, and support families through the challenges.

Starting palliative care as soon after diagnosis as possible–including when there are curative options–helps keep children feeling well enough to engage in their own precious lives.

What might a palliative care plan look like?

Pain management

Daily assessments, medications, integrative therapies.

Symptom relief

Anti-nausea medications and treatments, fatigue management, skin care.

Emotional
support

Stress and anxiety reduction, relaxation, counseling, play.

Family
support

Dialogue and collaboration with care team members, care of family members.

Integrative

care

is routinely part of the treatment plan for pain.

Learn how it work

When a parent shares with us the responsibility of looking after their child’s life, it’s a tremendous privilege and a sacred partnership.

No child should have to endure this. It's a truth thatt colors every momeent of our care.

Palliative
Care

Children at all stages of a serious illness are cared for here, with conditions ranging from chronic to complex to life-limiting. Skilled hands minimize distressing symptoms, maximize quality of life, and support families through the challenges.

pain management

Starting palliative care as soon after diagnosis as possible–including when there are curative options–helps keep children feeling well enough to engage in their own precious lives.

What might a palliative care plan look like?

Pain management

Daily assessments, medications, integrative therapies.

Symptom relief

Anti-nausea medications and treatments, fatigue management, skin care.

Emotional
support

Stress and anxiety reduction, relaxation, counseling, play.

Family support

Dialogue and collaboration with care team members, care of family members.

Ongoing
adjustments

Weekly care plan reviews based on your child’s evolving needs.

Integrative care

is routinely part of the treatment plan for pain.

Learn how it works

When a parent shares with us the responsibility of looking after their child’s life, it’s a tremendous privilege and a sacred partnership.

Karen Sun, MD