As the music softly fades as they recite, “Ring this bell three times well, its toll to clearly say my treatment’s done this course is run and I am on my way!” With the release of a confetti cannon, the corridor erupts in a chorus of cheers and applause, a symphony of jubilation that echoes the collective pride and joy of loved ones and well-wishers.
Each child is then presented with a certificate, Polaroid pictures, and heartfelt messages. In essence, the end-of-treatment bell ringing ceremony stands as a symbolic milestone in the journey of children being treated for cancer. Through its jubilant celebration and heartfelt gestures, the ceremony leaves an enduring imprint on all who witness it. It is a powerful reminder that, even in the darkest of times, there is strength, courage, and unwavering support to light the way forward.”
Huma Ahmed, Senior Health Play Specialist