The Family Wellness Program at Hassenfeld enhances treatment by responding to the needs of the whole person in the family context through mind, body and spirit. The program enhances all family members’ sense of well-being, enables them to exercise greater control over their lives, and supports their physical health through treatment and follow-up.

The Wellness Program teaches patients and family members stress reduction techniques such as hypnosis and guided imagery, provides nutritional education to promote recovery, and offers parent support groups to help with issues related to raising a child with a chronic and life-threatening illness.

The Wellness program strives to give patients, siblings, parents, and family members lifelong skills that can improve their quality of life.