Favorite Things Make Long-Term Care Bearable
Often times the patients in our partner facilities are in for a long haul receiving long-term care for weeks or months. In this case, we are happy to provide them with the comforts of home based on their list of favorite things. Sometimes just the snugness of a blanket can make all the difference. If […]
Fun at Space Night Under the Stars
Some of our newest volunteers had the chance to work with the Jessie and Dr. Robbins from the Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute at St Mary’s Medical Center to create a fun evening of crafts and viewing the stars at Quantum House. The patients were able to make their own telescopes, planets and decorate space […]
A Very Special 5th Birthday Celebration
Birthdays are something we go all out for here at Little Smiles. When the nurses at Palms West requested a birthday gift, we were able to go above and beyond to bring the party with us. When the birthday boy woke up from treatment, he had a fantastic surprise waiting for him! His dad said […]
Bone Marrow Patient Receives a Surprise!
One of our facilities in South Florida requested toys and decorations for a patient who will be in isolation for four to six weeks. It is safe to say he LOVED everything, look at that smile! We are so happy we can provide smiles for kids like him during a difficult treatment.
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party at Quantum House
We were able throw a glorious Alice in Wonderland Tea Party for our friends at Quantum House on August 1. Alice herself stopped by to lead the children down the rabbit hole and into wonderland where they so much fun sipping tea and nibbling special treats. Thank you Serenity Garden Tea House & Cafe for the curious treats and […]
Little Smiles Orlando Off to a Great Start
Little Smiles – Orlando launched their first Central Florida facility partnership with Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. The Orlando team has dropped off their first “Junk Food Run” and gift delivery. Keep up with our Orlando team on Facebook @Little-Smiles-Orlando.
Nurses Week Calls for a Celebration
We celebrated Nurses Week May 6 – 12 by recognizing some very special people. Happy Nurses Week to all of the wonderful caregivers who do so much for our kids. You are the reason Little Smiles exists. We appreciate you!! Keep doing what you do best.
Warmies Provide Comfort to Paley Institute Patients
Patients at Paley Institute have some cute Warmies stuffed dogs to cuddle up with thanks to a special delivery from ConVergence Technologies. We brought 40 Warmies to these little patients, who go through months of physical therapy and multiple surgeries before returning home, which for many is across the globe. These Warmies are scented with a calming lavender and […]
Celebrating a Very Special Birthday at Paley
Not only was it movie night at the Paley Institute, we had a special birthday in the house! We are so grateful to get to join in on the celebration with pizza, cake and a movie. All of the kids loved the food, fun and Ferdinand the Bull!
Tax Collector’s Office Donation Helps Local Kids
Employees at the Palm Beach County Tax Collector’s Office donated more than $9,800 and 12,900 ice pops to help kids in local hospitals. Nurses use the ice pops during an IV procedure to numb the area and also give the patient an incentive treat after it’s all done. The generous donation from Palm Beach County Tax […]
