London, United Kingdom - Little Journey, a digital eSupport platform designed to psychologically prepare, support, and inform children and families before, during, and after healthcare interactions, has raised $3,075,000 in funding from Octopus Ventures, a leading European venture capital firm.

The Little Journey smartphone app enables families to access information and support tailored to their child's age, procedure type, and hospital at a time and location convenient to them. The app features virtual tours using 360-degree images of the actual rooms families will visit, which explain what will happen and who children will meet during their hospital journey. Relaxation animations and therapeutic/distraction games further help to reduce anxiety and improve experiences. A parent information section includes articles, checklists, and hospital guides that healthcare organizations can configure via a web portal.

Little Journey's founder, Chris Evans, believes the company's mission is to support all children to better health. He said, "We believe that, through the provision of engaging, interactive, and age-appropriate content, we can improve healthcare experiences and health outcomes for all."