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Service
Child Life Services
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Child-Life-ServicesChild life professionals at Shriners Children’s take pride in focusing on the "above and beyond" aspects of medical care for our patients. From procedure support to camps, they are ready to advocate for your family.
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Patient Story
The Journey to Riding a Two-Wheeler
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/07/Hazel-Limb-Difference-StoryHazel loves riding her tricycle, but because she was born with a limb difference, she needs extra support to balance herself. To help her achieve her dream of riding on two wheels, she visited Shriners Children’s Philadelphia.
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Patient Story
Xavier: Holding His Head High Despite the Obstacles
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/09/Xavier-Sports-Medicine-CareXavier went from injury to recovery and now stands tall with strength and determination.
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Patient Story
Straightening Manny’s Steps: How Shriners Children’s Tackles Cerebral Palsy Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/12/Manny-Cerebral-Palsy-Care-JourneyManny was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a young age and has been a patient at Shriners Children's Northern California since he was 6 years old.
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Patient Story
Step by Step: How Claire Found Her Stride at Shriners Children's Northern California
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/08/Claire-Cerebral-Palsy-Success-at-Shriners-Childrens-Northern-CaliforniaClaire has been coming to Shriners Children's Northern California for cerebral palsy treatment since she was young. She enjoys running track and swimming, thanks to the amazing care she received.
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Patient Story
Meet Dianelys: From Puerto Rico to Boston for Critical Burn Care and Rehabilitation
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/04/Meet-DianelysAfter being burned over 80% of her body in a catastrophic house fire, Dianelys received lifesaving care at Shriners Children's Boston. She is back to being a kid at home in Puerto Rico.
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Patient Story
Victor Fights to Make a Comeback After Learning a Valuable Lesson
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/06/Victor-Burn-CareVictor, a 12-year-old aspiring athlete from Houston, is known for his competitive spirit and love for sports.
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Patient Story
Meet Snyders: Spreading Joy at Shriners Children’s Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/06/Snyders-StorySnyders, an active and outgoing 5-year-old, suffered third-degree burns over 70% of his body as a result of a catastrophic kitchen explosion in his home country of Ecuador.
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Patient Story
In Their Own Words: Shriners Children’s Patients Share Their Experiences
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2023/08/In-Their-Own-WordsThree patients have penned heartfelt reflections on their medical journeys and what Shriners Children’s means to them.
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Patient Story
From Patient to Future Surgeon? Justin's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/09/Justin-Scoliosis-CareWhen he was 13, Justin began to develop severe pain in his back. It progressed steadily to the point where he could barely finish a day of school.