As first-time parents, Holly and Keith were thrilled to welcome their beautiful baby girl, Maddie, in August 2016. Maddie’s first few months of life seemed to be completely normal. She was growing, eating, sleeping, and learning. In December 2016, Maddie was taken for a routine check-up. Her pediatrician noted that she was underweight, weighing only… Continue Reading →
Kohl’s Department Stores recently presented The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio Foundation with a grant to benefit its Pediatric Dental Clinic and to help improve the quality of life for children by giving them an opportunity to receive high-quality, specialized dental care. Funds provided by Kohl’s will allow the Pediatric Dental Clinic to increase the… Continue Reading →
When they were 20 weeks pregnant, expectant parents Stephanie and Todd were told that their unborn son, Kaden, had a 5% chance of survival due to a severe birth defect that occurs when the diaphragm fails to fully develop. The terrifying news would change their lives forever. Kaden’s parents were referred to The Children’s Hospital… Continue Reading →
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Finding out that your child has cancer can be terrifying, stressful, and life-altering. That is why our cancer team at CHRISTUS Children’s works with patient families to plan a personalized course of treatment, and offers advanced, comprehensive cancer care that is close to home and focused… Continue Reading →
Not one boy or girl will ever be denied care at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio. Our patients often come to us from other cities and states to receive the best quality of care possible. Most recently, we treated Hurricane Harvey evacuees from our sister Hospital in Corpus Christi, TX. As more patient families… Continue Reading →
You can make a difference in the lives of children while you are running errands, shopping for groceries, or stopping to get gas. Head to your local Love’s Travel Stops location or Sam’s Club and purchase a $1 or $5 Miracle Balloon icon at the register. Walmart shoppers will also have the opportunity to add… Continue Reading →
Since he was a little boy, Robert dreamed of serving his country as a member of the United States military. When he graduated high school in 2014, he was ready to finally fulfill his dreams by joining the United States Marine Corps. However, Robert’s plans came to a halt when he failed the military’s medical… Continue Reading →
Our friends at Panda Express are dedicated supporters of CHRISTUS Children’s. All year, you can stop by Panda Express to enjoy a tasty meal while making a difference for our patients. Just round up your purchase at the register to the next dollar, and your donation will help save young lives. “Supporting… Continue Reading →
Every day, hundreds of children and families enter the doors at CHRISTUS Children’s, many times overwhelmed with feelings of stress, anxiety, and fear. While medical teams work to return patients to good health with innovative treatments and equipment, child life specialists work as a part of the team with their own… Continue Reading →
The Family Advisory Board (FAB) at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio was designed to create an ideal quality-of-care experience for patients, their families, and their care partners. Care partners are usually parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, foster parents, etc., who represent the patient. Each FAB member, or family adviser, is a past or current care… Continue Reading →
CHRISTUS Children’s Foundation exists to fund the health care, research and wellness programs that serve children and families in South Central Texas. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity. All gifts are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. ©2023 CHRISTUS Children’s Foundation
