Many people believe that music has healing powers. After seeing how music helps ailing Alzheimer's patients recall fleeting memories, it's difficult to deny how its healing power can triumph where prescription medication falls short. Music is powerful, and this next video certainly proves the medium's capabilities in helping children and their families cope positively when faced with a stressful hospital experience.
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has released a heartwarming video mash-up of the hospital's young patients, nurses, and doctors lip-synching and dancing to Taylor Swift's smash hit "Shake It Off." This might be the best rendition yet — it's definitely up there with this toddler who can't stop grooving to the pop song. Trust us, this video will melt your heart.
"Our incredible team of Child Life Specialists, Child Activity Coordinators, Music and Art Therapists, teachers and dedicated volunteers have created something really special and fun to celebrate and spread awareness for #ChildLifeMonth!" read the CHOP's Facebook post featuring the video.
The sweet video was released to raise awareness for Child Life Month, which aims to "celebrate, honor and promote awareness and understanding of the child life profession, while educating others about the needs of children and families under stress," according to ChildLife.org. "This amazing team helps children cope with hospital stays, procedures, surgeries, and other stressful aspects of care."
Get ready to smile so much that your cheeks will hurt!
Send love and well wishes to these precious children, and please SHARE this video with your loved ones.
