University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has partnered with\u00a0Little Journey to offer an app, developed by healthcare professionals, researchers, and families, to provide support before, during, and after a hospital visit.<\/p>\n
The app helps children and parents understand what to expect from their hospital journey using age-appropriate information, interactive activities, and calming techniques. Features of the app include:<\/p>\n
\tvirtual hospital tours, allowing children to explore areas they will visit such as waiting rooms and treatment areas before they arrive
\n \tanimations and simple explanations about procedures and treatments
\n \trelaxation exercises and distraction activities to help manage anxiety
\n \thelpful information and checklists for parents and carers to support preparation at home<\/p>\n
By helping families understand what will happen during their visit, the app aims to reduce uncertainty and make hospital experiences less stressful.<\/p>\n
Little Journey is free to download on Apple and Android devices and can be used at home before attending hospital.<\/p>\n
To find out more, click here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"