At Starlight we know the medical world can be a scary place, so we’ve created our own social story to help young children through their very first visit to the doctor.
"Social stories” use pictures and descriptive words to guide children through real-life situations.
This simple form of storytelling normalises new experiences. It helps to remove the fear of the unknown and builds confidence in kids when facing new challenges.
This easy to read and follow story explains what to expect when you arrive at the doctor’s and what will happen while you’re there.
We’re all about the power of positivity here at Starlight, and know what happens in childhood lasts a lifetime.
Helping kids avoid feelings of fear about the doctor sets them up with a positive attitude to healthcare they can carry with them for life.
Why happiness matters
A happy childhood makes a lasting difference to lifelong psychological wellbeing, sense of self, social connections, and healthy behaviours.
Captain Starlight helps seriously ill children experience laughter and fun. But the benefits of happiness extend much further. Captain Starlight helps:
kids build confidence and resilience while in hospital
families re-connect during periods of isolation
improve a child's mental health & wellbeing
kids cope with the fear of treatments
foster positive relationships between patients and health clinicians