15 November 2024

International Children's Rights Day

Every child has the right to laugh and dream. Since its establishment in 1993, the Theodora Foundation has pursued this goal by giving children in hospitals and institutions for children with disabilities joy and precious moments of playfulness.

04 October 2024

«The coat is the final touch of the character»

All Giggle Doctors wear a colourful, whimsical, and personalized coat. However, behind each unique costume are the skilled hands and creative minds of Lydia Pfister and her team. Discover the secrets behind creating the beautiful coats for the Giggle Doctors in her words.

02 October 2024

The positive impact of Giggle Doctors

Numerous scientific studies have shown the benefits of laughter and play in healthcare settings. Let’s explore the benefits of Giggle Doctors for hospitalized children.

01 October 2024

«The children are more relaxed when the Giggle Doctors are here »

Durant notre reportage à l’Hôpital Riviera-Chablais, nous nous sommes entretenus avec la Dre Dominique Oestreicher, médecin anesthésiste, sur les bienfaits apportés par la présence des docteurs Rêves lors du pro-gramme « Opération Rêves ».

25 September 2024

Moments of lightness in the first children's hospice

The allani Children’s Hospice Foundation opened Switzerland’s first children’s hospice in mid-August. Giggle Doctors bring a little light-heartedness to Switzerland’s first children’s hospice

12 August 2024

Doing good Leeds at the Greifenseelauf

On the 21st of September, runners have the opportunity to support the Theodora Foundation. Our partner Helsana is making it possible to bring smiles to children all over Switzerland on this day.

Stiftung Theodora Pathé 20-Jahr-Jubiläum

25 July 2024

Pathé Switzerland and the Theodora Foundation are celebrating their 20-year anniversary

This year, the Theodora Foundation is celebrating its 20-year partnership with Pathé Switzerland! To say thank you, we have created a very special spot for Pathé featuring our Giggle Doctors.

 

Magazine

Four times a year, the Theodora Foundation sends a print newsletter to its donors. It reports on the visits of the Giggle Doctors to hospitals and specialist care centres, about original support campaigns, feedback received, interviews with experts and lots of interesting behind-the-scenes information. Currently it is available in German, French and Italian. 

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Stay informed of the latest news from the Theodora Foundation. Currently our E-Newsletter is available in French and German.

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