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Saying ‘thanks’ from the heart
February was American Heart Month, and Advocate Children’s Hospital heart families are saying thank you to donors who gave to the Lewis A. Affetto Jr. Fund for Hope. The fund was started in memory of Lewis A. Affetto Jr. and has been providing financial support to families since 2017.
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You help keep kids like Henry and Walter safe
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Like many first-time parents do, Lynzie Farbak sought help installing her infant car seat. When it wasn’t done correctly the first time, the Advocate Children’s Hospital Car Seat Program, which is supported by donors, made sure her sons were safe. |
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Philanthropy enhances care for kids like Janiya
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Janiya is an energetic 5-year-old from Indiana. When she developed a condition related to COVID-19, her health rapidly deteriorated. Her parents are incredibly grateful to the Advocate Children's Hospital care team that saved her life. |
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We give back to honor our son and help other grieving parents
The Lang family suffered unimaginable loss when their son, Bennett, was stillborn six years ago. Now, they give back to honor his memory, to thank the compassionate nurses who went above and beyond during their most difficult time, and to help other grieving parents.
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News and Updates
- Thank you to the Oak Lawn Fire Department for raising nearly $7,000 to help patients at Advocate Children’s Hospital over the holidays! Read about their efforts here.
- A local mom created her own Amazon Wish List after her experience with our NICU nurses. Read the story here. We are grateful to everyone who donated through Amazon to bring comfort and joy to our pediatric patients!
- The Healthy Steps Program at Advocate Family Medicine Center in Ravenswood is helping more local mothers breastfeed their babies and for a longer period of time. Learn more.
- Our Ronald McDonald Care Mobile® is visiting schools in Chicagoland to make sure more children have access to care during the pandemic. Learn more about our mobile clinics here.
- Register here for the 11th Annual Binstein Family Golf Outing on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling, IL. In memory of Danny Johnson, the golf outing supports our pediatric cancer, neonatal medicine and brain tumor programs.
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Get Involved
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Purchase directly from Amazon or make a monetary donation. |
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Donate in honor or memory of someone you love. |
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Learn more about our funding priorities and how you can help. |
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Contact Us
Please contact Amy Valenzio at amy.valenzio@aah.org to learn how you can make a difference at Advocate Children’s Hospital.
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