JoyRxMusic: A Musical Prescription for Pediatrics
By Office of the President | Dec 3, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that the JoyRxMusic program has joined our Pediatrics Department, offering a transformative blend of
music and healing for our young patients and their families.
Music influences clinical and medical settings, especially for children facing extended hospital stays or challenging treatments. It reduces stress, alleviates pain, boosts mood, and improves overall well-being. JoyRxMusic harnesses this potential through its innovative, patient-focused approach.
JoyRxMusic stands out for its holistic approach to healing through music, offering hospitalized children the chance to explore high-quality instruments while engaging with trained specialists who deliver personalized bedside sessions, live-streamed concerts, and interactive activities tailored to their unique needs.
JoyRxMusic offers 24/7 digital access to exclusive artist performances, music lessons,
and games, ensuring that joy and engagement are always within reach. Families can
also take home personalized music experiences or continue digital sessions, extending
the uplifting power of music beyond the hospital walls and into their everyday lives.
This program ensures every child can experience joy, whether through strumming a guitar, tapping along to a rhythm, or immersing themselves in a song that lifts their spirits.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the JoyRxMusic team for bringing their expertise and passion to Downstate. Together, we are creating moments of joy that leave a lasting impact on children and their families.
Many thanks to Lisa Smith, Child Life and Parenting Education Program Director, for working so diligently on our partnership with JoyRXMusic.