Bringing Comfort to Cook County’s Young Patients
The amazing pediatric team at Cook County Health’s John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital receives a heartwarming donation of Slumberkins Bigfoot Kins from Creature Comfort Foundation! These plush companions will bring comfort and emotional support to young patients in need.
Creature Comfort Foundation Donates Slumberkins Bigfoot Kins to Pediatric Patients at Cook County Health’s John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
Creature Comfort Foundation Brings Comfort to Pediatric Patients at Cook County Health’s John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
February 12th, 2025 Chicago, IL – Creature Comfort Foundation is proud to announce its latest donation of Slumberkins Bigfoot Kins to the pediatric patients at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County Health. These plush companions are designed to provide emotional support, comfort, and a sense of security to children undergoing medical treatment.
The donation was met with excitement and appreciation from hospital staff, who immediately saw the impact these plushies could have on their young patients.
"Our team was so excited to receive a donation of Slumberkins from the Creature Comfort Foundation. Our nurses gathered around the box and immediately started discussing which patients to hand out the stuffies and books to. A few of them loved them so much they said they are going to buy them for their kids too!" – Ruthie Charendoff, MS, CCLS, CTRS-C, CPST, Certified Child Life Specialist, Pediatric Emergency and Trauma Departments.
Creature Comfort Foundation is committed to bringing moments of joy and comfort to children in hospitals across the country. Each plush donation is a reminder that small acts of kindness can make a big impact, helping children feel supported and cared for during difficult times.
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital, located at 1969 W. Ogden Avenue in Chicago, IL, serves as a vital healthcare resource for the community. The dedicated doctors, nurses, and staff work tirelessly to provide compassionate care to children in need, and Creature Comfort Foundation is honored to support their mission.
This donation marks another step in the foundation’s ongoing efforts to partner with hospitals and healthcare providers to enhance the well-being of pediatric patients. By working together, Creature Comfort Foundation and Cook County Health continue to spread warmth, hope, and healing—one plush hug at a time.
For more information about Creature Comfort Foundation or to support their mission, visit www.creaturecomfort.org.