With support from individuals and the gaming community we have been able to reach children internationally and locally with games and toys to make their lives a bit easier.
“The game systems and games provide such an important source of distraction as well as a familiarity in a place that is often unknown to children...”
Winnipeg Child Life Specialist
“Thank you so much for the cart, TV, XBox, games, and controllers...I love that they can play with limited supervision, and we do not have to worry about anything getting broken or lost.”
Jodi, Shelter Manager
“In addition, we bought a Nintendo Wii and Wii Fit. This is a HUGE success and we will probably buy several more. Not only are they suitable for recreation, but they serve a therapeutic purpose as well. ”
Amy L. Frey
“As part of our coping plan, the patient played the DS (which was generously donated by Child's Play) while getting stitches.”
Brittany S
“Our program relies heavily on donated laptops and iPads to aid in lesson delivery...”
Hospital School team
“I walked into a patient's room and he immediately started crying but when I mentioned that I had a Nintendo DS (from Child's Play a few years ago) to lend him, he smiled and calmed down immediately...”
Caroline