Alyssa Starter Art Kits (SAKs) were received by Dora Castro-Ahillen, Child Life Manager in the PEDS/PICU department at Northwestern Central DuPage Hospital, Winfield, IL on June 16, 2023. The art materials included nature coloring books, drawing kits, journal kits, colored pencil kits and acrylic art kits. Dora is another child life professional who exudes her enthusiasm for working with young patients and appreciates the SAKs that our foundation provides for their enjoyment.
A second SAKs delivery was received by Westyn Garber, Volunteer Services Manager on the same day at the Ronald McDonald House (RMH) near Central DuPage Hospital . The art materials included nature coloring books, drawing kits, journal kits, colored pencil kits and acrylic art kits. Westyn was happy to receive our donation and knows that the SAKs not only provide creative expression for the young patients but are also impactful to the families of those patients.
We are very happy to provide these small gifts in memory of our precious daughter, Alyssa, and her passion for art, music and life.
The young patients are happy to have the creative outlet with these art kits while facing serious health challenges. It allows them to express themselves and let go of their concerns while making something beautiful that they and their families can cherish.
If you want to put a smile on a young patient’s face, please click DONATE to make a donation of any amount.
