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Local groups fund children’s play area and mural

Keeping your children entertained while visiting Royal Columbian Hospital is easier to do courtesy of two local groups. The Group […]

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Variety funds music therapy at Royal Columbian Hospital

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Funding from Variety – The Children’s Charity is helping elevate the mood, encourage communication and reduce anxiety for children admitted to Royal Columbian Hospital’s Pediatric Unit.

Those are among the benefits of a music therapist, whose work is being funded by a $20,000 contribution from Variety to Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation.

A further $15,000 grant will help support families from outside the Lower Mainland who face financial hardships because a child or pregnant mother is hospitalized at Royal Columbian.

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