Clare Kelley, MS, HLS, CCLS​​​

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, case managers, diabetes educators, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, psychologists, and hospital school teachers. Supported children and families in settings across the medical center including perioperative, emergency room, trauma bay, critical care, and acute care units. Offered coping support during medical procedures, health education through medical play and discussion, and therapeutic interventions aimed at addressing the stress of hospitalization and new diagnoses. Designed and facilitated community support groups for children experiencing bereavement, caregiver illness, and caregiver divorce. Advocated for health equity as co-chair
of the VUMC Patient- and Family-Centered Care department’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee.