"Grimaldi.became depressed and ill and without telling his name sought the services of a well known doctor. 'You need to laugh more and relax,' the doctor told him. 'I recommend you go regularly to the theatre and pay special attention to a comedian named Grimaldi."

Emmet Kelley with F. Beverly Kelley, Clown

Studies have shown that laughter can improve your health. It reduces         

levels of the stress hormones cortisol and adrenanline and boosts the immune system by producing white blood cells, increasing the heart rate, and blood circulation to stabilize blood pressure. Laughing one hundred times a day may have the same benefits as a ten minute aerobic workout.  (webmd.com)

Now you have the opportunity to bring these health benefits to someone you know. CLowning can boost the spirits of children and adults who are going through the pain of battling illness. It also helps them know they are not alone.

Babonazo offers ways to help you support the healing process of a friend or loved one. If you know someone who is suffering from an illness, injury or is recovering and could use a laugh, then send in the clowns! As a service to the community, Babonazo will visit patients at home or in the hospital at a reduced rate (25% off).