Monthly Archive
New York’s Famous Animators and Cartoonists Help St. Mary’s Kid Unleash Their Creativity
October 30, 2009
For the 2nd year in a row, New York artists from the Ink Well Foundation spent the afternoon with the young patients of St. Mary’s, encouraging them to unleash their creativity and teaching them the healing powers of art and self-expression.
Tricks & Treats and lots of Feasts at St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children
October 22, 2009
St. Mary’s children joined in a special Halloween celebration hosted by Spirit Halloween, the country’s largest seasonal Halloween retailer.
Kids With Chronic Health Problems Overlooked in National Debate
October 15, 2009
NY 1’s health report, Kafi Drexel reports on the population of special needs children who are left out of the current popular national debate over healthcare reforms.
St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children Honors Langan International President George E. Leventis
October 12, 2009
George E. Leventis, President of Langan International and Senior Principal of Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, a consulting and engineering firm, has been named the 2009 Honoree of St. Mary’s Annual Tribute Dinner.
Queens Borough President, Helen Marshall Presents St. Mary’s Patient With Prestigious Award
October 01, 2009
Kea, an inpatient at St. Mary’s Hospital, was honored by Queens Borough President, Helen Marshall for an outstanding essay she wrote about the struggles she faces associated with her disability.
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Recent News
- Prominent Investment Adviser and Philanthropist Stephen Brent Wells Named Chairman of the Board at St. Mary’s
- Dinosaurs Come to Life at St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children
- NYC Councilman Daniel Halloran Joined St. Mary’s in Welcoming Delegates from Israel’s Ministry of Social Affairs & Social Services
- St. Mary’s Chosen as Beneficiary of the Pleasantville Music Festival Headlined by Son of the Legendary Bob Dylan
- Westchester Leader Join St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children to Launch Head Smart Westchester Campaign to Prevent Head Injuries in Children
- St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children and the Disability Opportunity Fund Help Special Needs Families Plan for the Future
- Young Adults in St. Mary’s Pediatric Day Healthcare Program Host Carnival & BBQ for Patients & Staff
- Young Patient at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Named Hero of the Month For Her Remarkable Journey to Recovery
- Bowlers Came Out in Numbers to Strike It Up For St. Mary’s Kids
- April Hero of the Month Awarded to Patient in St. Mary’s Pediatric Day Healthcare Program
- Patients at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Host Earth Day Parade and Learn the Importance of “Being Green”
- New Eatery on Long Island Celebrates Opening by Giving Back
Kids Corner
Children of St. Mary’s always find a way to reach out and touch our hearts. Inspired by the Starworks Foundation creative expression in arts program, St. Mary’s kids put their deepest thoughts to paper, and in front of families and friends, read their published work from “The World I Know,” Starworks Anthology collection. Filled with mixed emotions, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house as the children each read their stories of hope and inspiration, ranging from poems, stories, essays, and drawings. Click here to read stories
Therapy and recreation is an important part of healing for St. Mary’s kids. Therapists encourage kids to express their creativity through artwork. Their thoughts and emotions are mixed into an array of beautiful colors and paints. Click here to see art
