Tune in Next Week: Miracles, Magic & Milestones
Last week, we announced the big news that ABC and Hulu are helping Shriners Children’s celebrate our 100th anniversary with a half-hour special, hosted by actress Kristen Bell, called “Miracles, Magic & Milestones.” This week, we are able to announce a little more about the show and how you can watch it!
In addition to Kristen Bell, the show includes appearances by Derek Hough (Dancing with the Stars), Jay Bilas (ESPN), Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics) and a special appearance by Shriners Children’s own celebrity spokespatient Alec.
“This television event is our opportunity to share our story with the world – the story of how Shriners Children’s has been a driving force in shaping pediatric specialty care for 100 years,” said Jerry Gantt, chairman of the Board of Trustees. “Our hope is that by sharing our story with such a large audience that ABC can bring, we can help more children in more places.”
This fast-paced program includes compelling patient stories from throughout our system as well as a special nod to Shriners International as the “Men Behind the Mission.” It also covers a diversity of conditions we treat: cleft lip and palate, burns, scoliosis, amputation and prosthetics, arm and hand differences and limb lengthening.
“To think what started a century ago not only stands today but has evolved to become one of the most respected healthcare networks in the world is beyond amazing. It’s not only a testament to the dedicated men and women who deliver world-class care in all our facilities across the continent, but the countless Shriners themselves who continue to fuel our efforts,” said Kenny Craven, Imperial Potentate. “Without them, we simply wouldn’t have the resources and capabilities available to our patients today. That mission and tireless commitment to supporting the health and well-being of every child requiring specialized medical care is the embodiment of selflessness.”
The Importance of Positive Communication to Children with Disabilities
The Power of Language
Our word choices have a tremendous impact on those around us. Children, especially, are deeply influenced by the language surrounding them – who they become is based on who they are learning to be. The staff of Shriners Hospitals for Children® understands the importance of building confidence and self-esteem in our patients at an early age. Our staff recognizes that while working with children with disabilities, it is imperative to help them develop a strong positive attitude so they will have the confidence to pursue their dreams. To accomplish this, being mindful of the effect language has on children is critical.
Hospital recognized for excellent patient experience
Six-year-old Djatou made the journey of a lifetime, traveling from her remote village in the west African country Ivory Coast to Shriners Children’s™ Ohio to treat burns sustained to her head, face, arm and hand. She was burned two years ago after accidentally falling into the family’s cooking fire. Her eye has remained exposed since then. Thanks to the generosity of a visiting priest and an Illinois family, Djatou and her mother are now in the United States.
Life-changing care transcends borders, language | The story of six-year-old Djatou
Shriners Children’s™ Ohio has been honored with the 2021 Guardian of Excellence Award from Press Ganey Associates LLC! Award Criteria Press Ganey reviewed our Medical Practice Survey, which is distributed to patients seen in our Outpatient Clinic, as the basis for the award. SCO leadership reviews the survey data to continually raise the bar in taking care of the families we serve. This award recognizes our commitment to the highest standards of patient experience, scoring in the 95th percentile of Press Ganey clients.
Shriners Children’s Ohio | New Hospital Video, Website Debuts
Shrinerschildrens.org | All-New Site
We are excited to announce that the all-new shrinerschildrens.org is live. Shriners Children’s is proud to introduce this complete digital transformation of our website to our nobles and extended Shriners family.
The new site enhances user experience, streamlines content and improves search engine optimization. Patient families, providers and donors are now able to get the content they are looking for faster on this easy-to-navigate website. Requesting an appointment, making a donation and finding information is easier than ever.
We encourage all nobles to explore the website and to help us spread the word about the new shrinerschildrens.org.
Shriners Children’s Ohio | Public Service Announcement
I’m very excited to announce Shriners Children’s Ohio has a new Public Service Announcement! This 30-second video highlights OUR new name, OUR new location, OUR patients and OUR staff. It will air on select TV stations in Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus. CLICK HERE to watch the video and share it with your contacts. We can all do our part to spread this valuable message.
This video is a shorter version of a longer video about our hospital that will debut at our Open House celebration on Saturday, August 28. The video features both a burns and cleft lip and palate patient along with our medical team and a roadrunner. I think you’ll be proud of the final product once it debuts.
Bill Rasner
Chairman, Board of Governors
Shriners Children’s Ohio
Shriners Children’s Ohio | Hospital Open House on Saturday, August 28, 2021
Open House Weekend: time is running out to register! This is a great opportunity to gather in person with fellow Shriners and hospital leadership as well as meet a current patient and two sisters who were patients back in 1971, just a few years after we opened our doors in Cincinnati. Click here for all of the details.
Bill Rasner
Chairman, Board of Governors
Shriners Children’s Ohio
Shriners Children’s Ohio | 4-year-old Avery Returns Home!
I hope you’ll take a moment to watch a video of 4-year-old Avery (pictured below) on the day she was able to go home to her family. She was severely burned in a fiery car accident in April. When she arrived at our facility in June, she couldn’t sit up, let alone walk. As you’ll see in this video, she can now do all that and more. I couldn’t be more proud of her and our amazing medical team. It really shows why we do what we do. 4-year-old Avery was all smiles on the day she was able to return home.
Bill Rasner
Chairman, Board of Governors
Shriners Children’s Ohio