Kim conducted five focus groups of parents who lost a child to cancer. She also conducted eight individual interviews of Children’s of Alabama medical personnel (hematology/oncology physicians, chaplain, social worker, bereavement, palliative care physicians, Hospice workers, etc.). Kim analyzed the information, grouped it together by themes, and compiled it into an educational resource to be given to families who are entering end-of-life with their child. 

As a result of the program:

• 11 parents had an opportunity to share their story (and the story of their child) to help families who are about to go through a similar journey 
• 6 policies or projects were identified that need to be changed (or added) at the hospital level to help families who are experiencing the death of their child   
• An educational guide will be completed and printed to help families and their support systems 

“The most important thing I have learned this year is to not give up when things don’t go according to your plan. Even if you only reach one person, you are making an impact on that person’s life, and that one change can have a ripple effect that extends far beyond what you intended.”