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Kids' Rehab to Go Virtual: Space & Safaris Await
28 Feb
Summary
- Children's rehab center partners with immersive studio.
- New center features 5,000 sq ft immersive auditorium.
- Transformative experiences to begin in early 2027.
Bethany Children's Health Center in Oklahoma is launching an innovative approach to pediatric rehabilitation, featuring a $178 million Outpatient Center of Excellence. A key component is a 5,000-square-foot auditorium equipped with advanced projectors to create immersive, 360-degree experiences.
This therapeutic initiative, a first for pediatric rehab, partners the center with Lighthouse Immersive Studios. Children will be able to embark on virtual trips to the International Space Station or go on safaris, enhancing their recovery through engaging art, music, and recreation therapy.
The facility's exterior will showcase a four-story caterpillar named Cal, symbolizing hope and transformation. Inside, a chrysalis-themed chapel and butterfly displays further represent the rehabilitation journey. Clinical operations are slated to begin in February 2027, with unique content development already underway.
This endeavor combines cutting-edge technology with therapeutic science, reflecting the center's century-old mission. The immersive auditorium, along with original content, aims to provide transcendent experiences, bringing the outside world to children undergoing treatment, beginning with a public debut in November 2026.
