The Clown Doctors

To visit our dedicated Clown Doctors Website CLICK HERE. Alternatively, read on for a brief overview of the Clown Doctor Programme.

The Clown Doctors Programme recognises that the implications of hospitalisation are far wider than simply those relating to medical conditions. Fear, boredom, loss of control and other insecurities can adversely affect children in hospitals, and the Clown Doctors offer an impartial way of entertaining, supporting and empowering the children who may be struggling with these issues. Performing arts such as storytelling, music, improvisation and clowning are used to engage the children and to help them come to terms with their situation using humour and play. The Clown Doctors currently deliver in the Freeman Hospital and the Great North Children's Hospital, both in Newcastle upon Tyne. For more information about the Clown Doctors please visit www.clowndoctors.co.uk or call Clare Andrews on 0191 384 0728.

Date Published: Tuesday, 14 September, 2010