Whether it’s back to school or back to play, our top August “In the Moment” stories featured kids making the most of their chances, and the staff who are supporting them. We invite you to take a glance at the posts you may have missed, or a second peek at those you’ve already enjoyed. 1. […]
Home Health nurse delivers shot of courage to 5-year-old during blood draw
It was the happiest Jeremiah Skaggs-Bradley has ever been after getting a blood draw. And the 5-year-old from Warren has had his share of anxiety-ridden needle experiences. “It’s so bad. It’s horrible. It breaks my heart and sometimes I have to leave the room,” his mother, Melinda Skaggs, said about her son’s typical blood draw […]
9 Ways to help manage your child’s anxiety about returning to school
An Akron Children’s Hospital child psychiatrist said a common misnomer about kids who experience school anxiety is that they don’t like school. “It’s important for parents to know that most children who have school anxiety actually like school!” said Dr. Laura Markley, medical director, Consultation/Liaison Psychiatry. “The fearsome part for many children is being away […]
Our top “In the Moment” posts for July 2020
As families and staff alike adjust to the new normal that is 2020, some things never change: The stories that inspire! We invite you to take a glance at the top July “In the Moment” posts you may have missed, or a second peek at those you’ve already enjoyed. 1. Baby Domingo was healthy enough to […]
Community Outreach adjusts to meet unique needs during pandemic summer
While they can’t hold large-group events like they have in the past, the hospital’s Community Outreach team is meeting the needs of the community in new and creative ways this pandemic summer. One new program involves getting fresh fruits and vegetables in the hands – and bellies – of low-income families. Another distributes activity kits […]
Our top “In the Moment” posts for June 2020
2020 has presented many challenges so far, but if the patients and employees featured in our top June “In The Moment” posts are any indication, there is no challenge we can’t face if we continue to come together. We invite you to take a glance at the posts you may have missed, or a second […]
