Welcome to September’s edition of ShrineLines! This edition features information about Shriners Children’s partnering with Carle Health, an inspiring patient story, and how to support Team Shriners.
Bringing Specialized Care Closer to Home
Shriners Children’s is proud to collaborate with Carle Health to expand access to pediatric orthopedic care for local families. Since March, we have partnered to host quarterly clinics which provide everything from first-time consultations to post-surgery follow-ups, ensuring children receive the expert care they need close to home.
This partnership is making a real difference for families who would otherwise need to travel long distances for specialized care. By bringing Shriners Children’s expertise directly into the community, Carle Health helps ease the burden on patients and parents—removing stress, saving time, and keeping children on the path to healing and thriving where they live.
At just four years old, Andrea sustained a spinal cord injury in a car accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down. After receiving emergency care and initial rehabilitation locally, her family turned to the spinal cord injury rehabilitation program at Shriners Children’s Chicago for specialized support.
Today, Andrea is 17 and continues to stay active through sports. She has become a two-time state champion athlete while also keeping up with her ongoing care needs. Her progress highlights both her determination and the comprehensive care available through Shriners Children’s.
26.2 Miles of Hope and Healing
Chicago Marathon Team Shriners
Only 12 days remain until the 2025 Chicago Marathon on October 12th! Our incredible Team Shriners runners have been training for months to take on 26.2 miles to support the patients and families at Shriners Children’s Chicago.
Each step they take is fueled by a greater purpose: helping children receive the expert, compassionate care they need, regardless of a family’s ability to pay.
You can be part of their journey. By making a gift in honor of Team Shriners, you’ll join our runners in fueling hope, healing, and brighter futures for the children we serve.
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