Groundbreaking for New Aqua Therapy Pool

George Mark Children’s House (GMCH) recently held a groundbreaking for our new indoor palliative aquatics spa – a larger pool designed to better serve our patients and families. This is the most recent initiative as part of our 20th anniversary celebration of providing exceptional care for children and young adults with serious medical conditions. The…

A Picnic to Remember

A Picnic to Remember Every summer since 2006, George Mark Children’s House holds an annual Family Picnic to kick off the summer and to celebrate our families with food, fun and games. This highly anticipated George Mark event is one that families, friends, patients, staff and volunteers look forward to each year. July is also…

Star Wars Day at George Mark 2024

Courtesy of NBC Bay Area | Telemundo | KPIX-CBS News Bay Area It is May 4th, also known as Star Wars Day, and some children in San Leandro celebrated the day in a very special way. It all happened at George Mark Children’s House. It’s a nonprofit that provides children with medical care. Watch YouTube…

How Do You Deal with Child Loss?

Grief, Love, and Purpose: A Conversation with Shekinah Eliassen on DEAD Talks   What happens after unimaginable loss? For Shekinah Eliassen, the death of her infant son Lars in 2012 to a severe brain condition changed her life — and ultimately shaped her purpose. As CEO of George Mark Children’s House, Shekinah brings both personal…

A Day in the Life of our Child Life Superstar

A Day in the Life of our Child Life Superstar In celebration of Child Life Month, we followed Kyle Amsler, the Child Life Specialist at George Mark Children’s House, as she orchestrated a day filled with fun, excitement, and a full dose of compassion. As soon as she arrives, her day begins with a brief…