18 - Play AS medicine WITH LAURA WALSH

Emma chats to Laura Walsh, Head of Play, from Starlight a charity organisation which facilitates play for children suffering serious illnesses. Laura talks about the magic of play and its power to transform difficult medical interventions which can be scary experiences for young people receiving medial treatment. Laura also explains why it’s so important to facilitate play for families who are going through challenging health circumstances and why escapism and connection through play is such an important part of their journey. Support Starlight and find out more about the amazing work they do https://www.starlight.org.uk Follow Starlight on social media @starlight_uk Follow Emma @playful_den Find out more about Playful Den services www.playfulden.com