WE OFFER MUSIC, DRAMA, ART AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
These services help children and families to address individual physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs. Our therapists work in a safe environment that builds up confidence and abilities, enabling communication, self-expression and interaction – and also allows your child or young people to express themselves though play, music, or art.
We tailor therapy sessions to each child and family’s specific needs. We offer both individual and group sessions, and support both children and their families at any stage of their journey with Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice.
Therapies may be delivered in The Ark, at home or at school. We also offer therapy groups and some in-reach services, such as Music Therapy at Barnet Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
MEET THE THERAPIES TEAM
At Noah’s Ark you will find a depth of expertise that you can trust and a genuine and authentic commitment to providing the very best care for seriously unwell children.
K I R S T Y
Music
Music Therapy is the communication of feelings and emotions through music. With the support of a professionally registered therapist, everyone has time to be seen, heard and listened to. It can be accessed by any Noah’s Ark child or family member at any stage of their journey with Noah’s Ark.
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Art
Art therapy encourages children and young people to better understand thoughts, feelings and behaviours. By creating images and objects, children and young people can begin to express the thoughts and feelings they have inside. The child’s expression of emotions through their interaction with materials is just as important as any marks or images made.
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Occupational
Noah’s Ark Occupational Therapist aims to provide advice and support to parents, carers and other professionals involved. We hope to improve the quality of life for children and families, enabling access, self-empowerment, independence and self-management.
“The sessions with Kirsty help him with his communication and his ability to participate which, because of lockdown, have really suffered. Kirsty has been amazing at going at Magnus’s pace, which is so important. Above all Kirsty is a brilliant, professional therapist who is having a great impact on Magnus.”
RICHARD, FATHER OF MAGNUS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO YOU CHARGE FOR THESE SESSIONS?
These sessions are provided free of charge to children and families referred to Noah’s Ark.
WHO CAN HAVE SESSIONS?
As well as providing this serve to children referred to our care, we can also provide sessions for any member of the family.
WHERE CAN THESE SESSIONS BE PROVIDED?
In the Ark, home or school.
HOW LONG DO THE SESSIONS LAST?
One hour
HOW MANY SESSIONS DO YOU OFFER?
12 weekly sessions upon referral