The importance of play in the recovery of the hospitalised child is universally recognised. CHI has been helping to fill this role since 1970 and today CHI Play Volunteers bring fun and enjoyment to sick children in many hospitals around Ireland.The importance of play in the recovery of the hospitalised child is universally recognised. CHI has been helping to fill this role since 1970 and today CHI Play Volunteers bring fun and enjoyment to sick children in many hospitals around Ireland.The importance of play in the recovery of the hospitalised child is universally recognised. CHI has been helping to fill this role since 1970 and today CHI Play Volunteers bring fun and enjoyment to sick children in many hospitals around Ireland.