And because St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center has pledged to absorb all of the salary, travel and other fund-raising expenses associated with the program, all of the money donated to St. Francis CMN goes directly to children and families in need. The money raised for St. Francis CMN assists families in several ways. Charity Care - As a result of increasing health care costs and declining insurance coverage, a growing number of families are unable to meet their health care needs. This kind of aid often prevents a trip to the emergency room and saves health care dollars. Through educational programs families learn how to prevent childhood accidents and avoid or lessen the severity of childhood illnesses.
Research shows that educated patients recover faster.
Equipment - To provide the best possible care for children treated at St. Francis, equipment must be upgraded and replaced constantly. Funds are set aside for unexpected equipment failures and other extraordinary needs. Professional Education - Health care professionals at St. Francis gain new skills and keep abreast of new developments and technological advances through seminars, workshops and conferences. Consequently, when your child is hospitalized at St. Francis he or she will receive the best possible care.