Comfort can come in so many forms for children.
Whether it's the warm smile of a nurse, the hand of a parent to hold, or a teddy bear to hug, every little bit helps. Since 1998, Bear Hugs of Chicagoland, which serves Cook, DuPage, McHenry and Kane counties, has donated more than 4,700 teddy bears to various organizations such as police departments, fire departments, child abuse centers and nursing homes. All teddy bears are purchased with donations from individuals, corporations or clubs. For more information about Bear Hugs of Chicagoland or to make a donation, please contact Phyllis Close at 815.334.0718.