You give
Donors and sponsors support the Bear + Book program.
The Bear + Book programA familiar friend.
A familiar friend.
A gentler introduction.
One simple idea brings comfort and understanding together for children facing medical care.
Two thoughtful pieces. One caring purpose.A bear to hold.
A bear to hold.
A book to explore.
Children meet medical experiences with their own questions, feelings and ways of understanding. The Bear + Book program gives families something familiar to share as they talk about care.
The bear: comfort.
A soft companion to hold, keep close and take home.
The book: understanding.
A child-friendly introduction to the medical team, equipment, tests and care a child may encounter.
Together: reassurance.
A natural opening for questions and conversation with a trusted adult.
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From support to a child’s hands.
We coordinate
MnM Alliance works with care teams to plan appropriate deliveries.
A child receives
A bear to hold and a story to help explain the medical experience.
Kindness stays
A familiar companion and a book families can revisit together.
A few helpful answers
About the program.
Who is the program for?
The program focuses on children and families facing medical care in hospitals and doctors’ offices. Suitability and availability are discussed with each participating care team.
Does the book replace a conversation with the medical team?
No. It offers a starting point for questions and conversation. A child’s own healthcare team remains the source for explanations about that child’s care.
Can a hospital or doctor’s office participate?
Yes. We welcome partnership inquiries so we can discuss the setting, patient needs and applicable requirements.
Can a business sponsor the program?
We welcome conversations with businesses and groups interested in supporting the program. Use the sponsorship inquiry option to start the discussion.