Rady Children's Patients Take a DIP with Dolphins | SeaWorld San Diego
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I suggested doing a program here where we brought kids that are faced with different challenges from children's hospital to come here and enjoy a day with the animal.
hopefully inspire to do other things in their lives and and to see that there's a survivor here that's working at their dream job.
If I really think about it, it's it's overwhelmingly emotional for me to think about how many people have been impacted.
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SeaWorld San Diego has been hosting patients from Rady Children’s for a Dolphin Interaction Program (DIP) for seven years, as part of a program started by dolphin trainer Joy, who battled and overcame non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Joy, who herself underwent chemotherapy at a Children’s Hospital in Southern California, vowed that if she made it through her ordeal, she would offer dolphin interactions as a welcome distraction to children going through similar struggles. On Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015, 11 youngsters enjoyed a memorable and immersive encounter with bottlenose dolphins. Three of the patients in this year’s DIP are heart transplant recipients: Twin brothers Eric and Raul Montano received transplants earlier this year at Rady Children’s. The 11-year-old boys were joined by their cousin Jeevan Trejo, who also suffered from the same condition and received a heart transplant. The other participants, who range in age from 10 to 16, are battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. But during their DIP with the dolphins on Thursday, it was all about splashing, playing with and hugging these amazing ocean creatures. Learn more here: http://spr.ly/60058MWgb ► For SeaWorld tickets, special offers, passes, and package options: http://spr.ly/600883viu ► Subscribe to our channel for updates: http://spr.ly/600183viJ About SeaWorld San Diego: Located in San Diego’s scenic Mission Bay, SeaWorld is a world-class marine life adventure park. With awe-inspiring shows, thrilling rides and unforgettable face-to-face animal encounters, kids of all ages will enjoy exploring the wonders and adventures of the sea. Here you can watch exclusive videos highlighting our exciting rollercoasters, amazing shows, inspiring shows and unique festivals and events held throughout the year. SeaWorld is one of the leading marine animal rescue organizations in the world, having rescued more than 29,000 animals in 50+ years. A common bond between the parks is their commitment and dedication to marine conservation and guest education. ► Stay Connected With SeaWorld San Diego: Visit SeaWorld San Diego’s WEBSITE: http://spr.ly/600683vik Like SeaWorld San Diego on FACEBOOK: http://spr.ly/600583v9t Follow SeaWorld San Diego’s INSTAGRAM: http://spr.ly/600983v9x Follow SeaWorld on TWITTER: http://spr.ly/600783vi1