Jean Jaderborg, Coordinator for the western suburbs of Chicago (Kane and McHenry) chapter, receives a check for $200 from LAX trustee, Cathy Blozis and LAX president, Doris Braddock.
A hospital experience can be terrifying and traumatic for both a child and their family. While others strive to find a cure, Ryan’s Case for Smiles helps with the stress and emotional impact of illness in the here and now. Their whimsical pillowcases give children an emotional boost. Currently, the pillowcases are going to these hospitals:
- Lurie Children’s at Northwestern Medicine Hospital, Huntley
- Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Barrington
- St Alexius Women & Children’s Hospital, Hoffman Estates
Ryan’s Case for Smiles (formerly ConKerr Cancer) was founded in 2007. There are now over 120 chapters worldwide comprised of thousands of volunteers that reach over 75,000 children annually.
HELPING KIDS FEEL BETTER TO HEAL BETTER