Therapeutic play facilities and services

Each ward at Evelina London has a play area, which provides a range of age appropriate toys, books and activities. There is usually a game console and DVD players.  

We also have a number of specialist play facilities at Evelina London, including: 

• a multi-sensory room
• a multi-sensory unit that can be brought to the bedside
• holiday arts and craft club. 

There is at least one play specialist on each floor. Ask the nurse caring for your child about how you can access their services.

Further information about play specialists

• National Association of Hospital Play Staff – for more information on the importance of play in hospital and role of the play specialist
• Hospital Play Staff Education Trust – the registered body for hospital play staff
• Action for Sick Children – a children's healthcare charity, specially formed to ensure that sick children always receive the highest standard of care possible.