Spreading Smiles
Spreading Smiles: Creature Comfort Foundation Delivers Hope to Young Patients at Cooper University Cape Regional
Creature Comfort Foundation Brings Comfort to Children at Cooper University Cape Regional in New Jersey
For Immediate Release February 2, 2025
In a continued effort to spread comfort and joy to children in hospitals, Creature Comfort Foundation is thrilled to announce its latest donation to Cooper University Cape Regional in New Jersey. This week, 100 Bigfoot Kins from our generous partners at Slumberkins were delivered to young patients, offering warmth and companionship during challenging times.
“We are honored to continue our partnership with Cooper University Cape Regional,” said a representative from Creature Comfort Foundation. “The dedication of the doctors, nurses, and hospital staff to caring for these children inspires us daily. Together, we’re making a meaningful difference, one plush companion at a time.”
The Bigfoot Kin, a symbol of resilience and self-love, is specially designed to provide emotional support and comfort to children navigating medical treatments. Each donation is a testament to Creature Comfort Foundation’s mission of brightening hospital stays and reminding young patients that they are not alone.
The partnership between Creature Comfort Foundation and Cooper University Cape Regional underscores the power of community and collaboration. By working together, the foundation and hospital staff are spreading smiles and fostering moments of connection and joy for children and their families.
“Every plush companion delivered reminds us of the profound impact of small acts of kindness,” the representative added. “We’re grateful for Cooper University Cape Regional’s unwavering commitment to pediatric care and for joining us in this journey to bring comfort to children when they need it most.”
Creature Comfort Foundation looks forward to continuing its work with hospitals across the country to bring light and hope to young patients. Follow along for more heartwarming stories and updates on how we’re making a difference, one hug at a time.
For more information about Creature Comfort Foundation or to get involved in supporting their mission, please visit www.creaturecomfort.org.
About Creature Comforts - A Story of Compassion and Hope – Ava Builione, Founder of Creature Comfort
During her volunteer shift at her local hospital, Ava noticed a crying child and his anxious parents trying to console him. After asking permission, Ava handed over a teddy bear to the child who immediately smiled and hugged his new best friend, much to the relief of his parents. That day, Ava realized the power of such a small act of kindness for children and their loved ones, and she proposed a partnership with the head nurse at her local hospital to start a non-profit organization to help children in regional hospitals everywhere. Creature Comforts aims to bring smiles to every child undergoing medical care. Visit creaturecomfort.org for more information.
About Cooper University Health Care
Cooper University Health Care, with its MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper and affiliation with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, is a leading academic health system. Cooper has more than 11,000 team members, including nearly 1,600 nurses, more than 1,000 employed physicians, and more than 550 advanced practice providers.
Cooper University Hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for six years.
Cooper has revenues of more than $2 billion and, along with its new upgraded “A” rating from S&P, recently received an A+ credit rating from Fitch Ratings. Cooper University Hospital is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. More than two million patients are served annually at Cooper’s 663-bed flagship hospital in Camden and 229-bed Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House.
Cooper’s ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, several urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore. Cooper has been named as one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes for three consecutive years.
The Cooper Health Sciences campus in Camden, New Jersey, is home to Cooper University Hospital, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper, and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University.
Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.