Throughout the OSF Ministry, we’re blessed to witness different types of miracles every day. Some are major medical triumphs, others are simple moments of joy when we’re able to make a patient smile. We invite you to explore the stories made possible by the generous gifts we receive from our faithful supporters. You’ll find examples of the hope, faith, generosity, and inspiration that exist here at OSF.
Healing from cancer is not a simple process. This is because cancer affects the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. The “new normal” after treatment is unfamiliar territory, and many cancer patients appreciate some help in finding their way to well-being. SETTING SAIL TOGETHER On Saturday, March 9, 2019, breast cancer survivors gathered for the annual… Continue Reading Cancer survivors retreat by moving forward
Having cancer can be an isolating and disorienting experience—before, during, and even after treatment. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a place to meet a friend for coffee and conversation, take an uplifting exercise class, and get support in navigating your next steps to embrace wellness? Cancer survivor Linda Huffman Jones thought so, and in… Continue Reading Healing Pathways: On the way to wellness
A special delivery was made at Almost Home Kids at OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois on Friday, November 2. Two new Brady Buggy® Wagons, Leonard the Lion and Peaches the Penguin, rolled into the transitional care facility to comfort our pediatric patients with their complicated health care needs. Ben Thang, the first patient at… Continue Reading Why Wagons?