Humor Therapy
An innovative program utilizing therapeutic humor and laughter as a complementary part of medicine is being utilized to enhance the satisfaction and quality of life for patients, their families, and staff at ViaHealth Rochester General Hospital.
The Therapeutic Humor Program consists of four components:
Clown RoundsHumor ChannelHumor LibraryHumor Education
With the availability of all four components we are able to:
Provide a mirthful environment
Enhance the positive and caring RGH healthcare experience
Reduce stress, decrease anxiety, and relieve fear
Provide a powerful distraction tool
Complement medical care and treatment with a smile
Enhance communication
Act as an ambassador to and for the RGH community
Our Therapeutic Humor Coordinator has spoken both locally and nationally about this innovative ViaHealth program.
The Rochester General Hospital Foundation has provided funding for the program. This program is supported entirely by dedicated volunteers and generous donations from the community. Anyone wishing to donate to the program should contact the:
Rochester General Hospital FoundationParnall Office Building, Suite G-041445 Portland AvenueRochester, NY 14621(585) 922-4800
An innovative program utilizing therapeutic humor and laughter as a complementary part of medicine is being utilized to enhance the satisfaction and quality of life for patients, their families, and staff at ViaHealth Rochester General Hospital.
The Therapeutic Humor Program consists of four components:
Clown RoundsHumor ChannelHumor LibraryHumor Education
With the availability of all four components we are able to:
Provide a mirthful environment
Enhance the positive and caring RGH healthcare experience
Reduce stress, decrease anxiety, and relieve fear
Provide a powerful distraction tool
Complement medical care and treatment with a smile
Enhance communication
Act as an ambassador to and for the RGH community
Our Therapeutic Humor Coordinator has spoken both locally and nationally about this innovative ViaHealth program.
The Rochester General Hospital Foundation has provided funding for the program. This program is supported entirely by dedicated volunteers and generous donations from the community. Anyone wishing to donate to the program should contact the:
Rochester General Hospital FoundationParnall Office Building, Suite G-041445 Portland AvenueRochester, NY 14621(585) 922-4800
B.C. is a professional speaker/musician/magician/author/storyteller who speaks on humor worldwidebc. Visit his website at www.worldwidebc.com
