Once Upon a Time supports The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital

Jan. 6, 2011 - PRLog -- KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Children’s SPOT’s 2011 Once Upon a Time committee is proud to announce the 14th annual fundraiser to support The Family Assistance Program at The Children’s SPOT. The enchanting fundraiser will take place on Sunday, March 6, at The Muehlebach Tower at the Downtown Marriott, 200 West 12th Street in Kansas City, Mo.

Together with Honorary Co-Chairs Connie and Anthony Mendolia and Co-Chairs Daniel and Theresa Alcazar, guests will enjoy child-inspired entertainment, dancing, dinner and unique table masterpieces.  

New this year will be a table decorating contest judged by HGTV Design Star Jennifer Bertrand, NBC Action News’ Amy Hawley and Kansas City blogger Patricia Shackelford, also known as “Mrs. Blandings.”

The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital provides speech, physical and occupational therapy to babies and young children with developmental delays or disabilities such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and autism. All event proceeds will benefit The Family Assistance Program at The Children’s SPOT. This program ensures that children on Medicaid or children without adequate insurance coverage will receive the intensive therapy they need, regardless of ability to pay.

“For so many families, The Children’s SPOT is a blessing. Unfortunately, insurance often does not cover the kind of early intensive therapy these children need to thrive. We’re grateful to supporters of Once Upon a Time for helping them to get the best start in life,” said Co-Chair Theresa Alcazar.

A patron party will be held on Thursday, March 3, at the home of Thomas and Starr Wagstaff. ‘Ever After Friend’ sponsorships are available for $1,000 and include two patron party tickets.

Individual tickets are $100 or $75 before Feb. 15. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information or tickets, contact Sara Toppen at 816-932-7489 or visit saintlukesgiving.org/OnceUponaTime.

About The Children’s SPOT
The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital believes that all children deserve the best possible start in life. Because research shows that early intervention provides the best outcomes for children with developmental disabilities, The SPOT is committed to providing intensive intervention at the earliest possible age. A team of 10 highly experienced therapists ensures that each child reaches his or her highest level of functional ability. Inside a state-of-the-art facility, Children’s SPOT therapists use individualized treatment plans to promote growth and development. Services include individual speech, physical and occupational therapy, neonatal intensive care follow-up and a developmental preschool.

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Saint Luke's Health System based in Kansas City, Mo., consists of 11 area hospitals in northwest Missouri and eastern Kansas, and several primary and specialty care practices. We provide a range of inpatient, outpatient and home care services.