e Are La Rabida
2016 Annual Report
we are la rabida Dear Friends, Each day, our team of caregivers, staff, volunteers, donors and supporters are honored to say: We are La Rabida. In 2016, La Rabida celebrated its 120th birthday. The milestone was an opportunity to reflect upon our unwavering commitment to our mission of providing specialized, family-centered healthcare to Chicago’s most vulnerable children. For well over a century, La Rabida has proudly been a trusted resource in the lives of families who need us the most. In the pages that follow, you will get to know a handful of extraordinary individuals who exemplify what it means to be La Rabida. Our staff, who together form an excellent and effective multidisciplinary team, are compassionate and determined advocates for our children. They are La Rabida. Our patients, spanning every age group and so many vibrant backgrounds, are mighty champions who overcome incredible odds to realize new possibilities each and every day. Along with their families, they are La Rabida. Our volunteers are spirited givers of time, talent and love, who play with, read to and comfort our patients. They donate thousands of hours of service year after year. They are La Rabida. Our donors and supporters give to La Rabida in so many meaningful ways throughout the year, from being a part of our annual Friends of La Rabida gala, to organizing generous toy drives at the holidays for our patients. In addition, our Board of Trustees generously devote their time, resources and guidance to keep our organization strong. They are La Rabida. As you become acquainted with the people who are La Rabida, we hope you will remember the invaluable role you play as our friends. It is an honor to say that We are La Rabida with you, and because of you. Sincerely, Brenda J. Wolf Fred Berglund President and CEO Chairman, Board of Trustees
We Are La Rabida: Abria & Mom When 18-month-old Abria first came to La Rabida for outpatient care in the winter of 2016, she was unable to crawl. Today, she runs through the halls of La Rabida’s outpatient center, eager to explore the world around her—a testament to the multidisciplinary care she’s received at La Rabida.
Abria was born premature at 25 weeks, weighing in at just two pounds. She was diagnosed with bronchopulmonary dysplasia and congenital heart disease at birth. Dependent upon a ventilator and oxygen, Abria spent her first four months of life in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at a major medical center. “I’m not a first-time mom, but I’m a first-time preemie mom,” said Abria’s mother, Jennifer, who also has a 15-year-old daughter. “That’s totally different.” After Abria graduated from the NICU, Jennifer called La Rabida in hopes of continuing Abria’s follow-up care. It was then that she learned about Premier Kids, La Rabida’s medical home program for young children who are born prematurely and/or have developmental delays and complex conditions. At the Premier Kids outpatient clinic, Abria started to see a multidisciplinary team of professionals who specialized in her growth and development. Premier Kids’ Dr. Edith Chernoff became Abria’s primary care physician, and Abria also began receiving the services of an infant development specialist and nutritionist. Together, her care team continues to ensure her stable growth from a premature newborn to a strong, healthy and vivacious toddler. In the past year, Abria has grown significantly and made major developmental improvements. Today, she loves exploring, babbling and playing with others. The array of care she receives at La Rabida is so all-encompassing that she sees fewer specialists away from the hospital than ever before. The team supports Jennifer, too. Working with an infant development specialist has eased her concerns as a parent. “Helping mom and Abria through the experience has allowed them to build a deeper bond, to heal together in their relationship, and support Abria’s global development,” said Amelia Miller, Abria’s infant development specialist. Research indicates the first relationship between primary caregivers and children is an important indicator for future development and growth, which suggests great things for Abria’s childhood and beyond.
“Dr. Chernoff is heaven-sent. Abria’s care team is loving, warm and calming.” - Abria’s Mom
We are La Rabida: The Team
Under one roof, La Rabida provides access to care from an array of professionals to patients who need our services—regardless of ability to pay. To make this mission a reality requires incredible teamwork from our physicians, nurses, therapists, psychologists, social workers, care coordinators, transportation staff, and facilities management team, to name a few. Each day, the collaboration of our staff and volunteers is a living example of the motto that defines us: We are La Rabida. As a volunteer in the Child Life Department, Anais Magallanes’ mission is to deliver an afternoon of play to our patients. With toys, books and games in hand, Anais travels from cabin to cabin on the S.S. La Rabida Inpatient Unit to provide entertainment that can not only brighten a day, but also distract and calm patients during medical procedures. A junior year nursing student at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Anais has volunteered at La Rabida since she was a freshman. In two years, she has donated nearly 200 hours of service to the hospital.
“La Rabida is so unique. No other children’s hospital has so many resources available in one place.” - Natasha Bhayani, M.D., Medical Home Program
For Anais, the volunteer experience at La Rabida has given her the confidence she needs to excel in a medical setting. “I was scared at first,” she said. “But when I started volunteering, I realized I could do it. I get to see what the nurses do and I can envision myself as a nurse now.” One of the nurses that Anais has had the privilege of learning from is Julie Catarello, a registered nurse on
La Rabida’s inpatient unit. “Julie is an incredible resource,” said Dr. David Soglin, La Rabida’s Chief Medical Officer. Julie’s colleagues know her by her constant willingness to support her team and provide top-notch care for all patients, whether it is something as simple as helping get an IV started or as multifaceted as organizing the care for a patient with complex needs.
Families adore Julie just as wholeheartedly as her colleagues do. As she expertly carries out her duties as a nurse, she remains keenly aware of her families’ needs and stays interested in making them as comfortable as possible. Several have noted her kindness and compassion when caring for them. At La Rabida’s outpatient clinic, the strong staff-family bonds are notable too, according to Dr. Natasha Bhayani, who joined La Rabida this summer. “There are so many teams working toward the common goal of providing holistic care for our patients,” she said. “It is a perfect medical home.” “Everybody is so invested in the care of the patient,” said Dr. Bhayani, who treats patients with medically complex conditions, chronic conditions or behavioral health issues. Patients, parents or caregivers can call a staff member any time with questions. This communication enables Dr. Bhayani and all staff to truly serve families in the most effective ways. “Everybody has time to talk during a visit, and there is always someone here to listen.”
We are La Rabida: The Team Board of Trustees 2016 -1 7
Executive Leadership Trustees Neal Baker
Mark Hanna
Ryan Lawrence
Vice Chair – Terence Donnelly
Richard M. Burridge
John Harney
Randy Markowitz
Vice Chair – Cedric Shaw
John Clifford
Patricia Brown Holmes
Craig Miller
Bruce Cohen
Drew Horowitz
Daniel Real
Brian Devane
Lisa Haley Huff
Richard Rodgers
Adam Fox
Mark Jacobs
Emilio Salvi
Brian Gaspardo
Gloria Jacobson
Kathy Schaeffer
John Gyann
Allen Kanter
Frederick Thomas
Patricia Halper
Allen Kutchins
Fred Walz
Secretary – Bob Arthur Treasurer – Mark Renfree President and Chief Executive Officer – Brenda J. Wolf
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Officers Chairman – Fred Berglund
Brenda J. Wolf President and Chief Executive Officer Anna Carvalho, FACHE Vice President, Strategic Integration Aden Henry, M.S.N., RN Vice President, Patient Care Services Mark D. Renfree Chief Financial Officer and Vice President, Administration David Soglin, M.D. Chief Medical Officer Michele A. Wysoglad Vice President, Development and External Affairs
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Nicole Anania, D.O. Beverly Brown, M.D. Mohammed Hameeduddin, M.D. Jennifer Matczak, M.D. Kerby Samuels, M.D. Oawale Shekoni, M.D. Caroline Skolnik, M.D. Renwick Taylor, M.D. Infectious Disease Allison Bartlett, M.D. Medically Complex Care Izhar Qamar, M.D. Natasha Bhayani, M.D.
Edith Chernoff, M.D. Nancy Fritz, M.D. Renee Zubay-Fife, A.P.N.
Psychiatry Andrea Mann, D.O. Susan Scherer, M.D.
Neurology Carol MacMillan, M.D. Chalongchai Phitsanuwong, M.D.
Rheumatology Linda Wagner-Weiner, M.D.
Neonatal Follow-Up Bree Andrews, M.D. Orthopedics Christopher Sullivan, M.D. Physiatry Laura Deon, M.D. Lisa Thornton, M.D.
Sickle Cell Disease Radhika Peddinti, M.D. Wendy Darlington, M.D. Tanisha Jones, A.P.N. Gabriell Lapping-Carr, M.D. Ruth Rudinsky, M.D.
We are La Rabida: Donors Estates Estate of June M. Boldt Estate of Cassie M. Brown Estate of Berenice Caprile Estate of Susan E. Grabin Estate of Joan Kruckenberg Estate of Carole B. Miller $100,000+ ANONYMOUS ANONYMOUS Illinois Tool Works Inc.
Chicago Tribune Charities, a McCormick Foundation fund
Blum-Kovler Foundation
Kensington Square Foundation
BMO Harris Bank
Randy & Hadrian Markowitz
ComEd
Helen Brach Foundation
Mesirow Financial, Inc.
Peggy & William Gann
Richard M. Burridge
Craig & Mary Alice Miller
Peter G. Horton Charitable Foundation
Michele B. Bush & Michael Cooper
Morton’s The Steakhouse
Paula K. Jaudes
Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund
The Northern Trust
Allen & Genie Kutchins Magellan Corporation
The Chicago Community Trust
The Albert Pick, Jr. Fund
Polk Bros. Foundation
Chicago Sky
PNC Bank
Daniel & Susan Real
Chicago White Sox Community Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund
Primera Engineers, Ltd.
CHUBB & Son, a Division of Federal Insurance Company
Cedric & Pepper Shaw
John Q & Karen Smith Spirit of Halloween Superstores, LLC
“Our patients start with insurmountable odds, and they overcome them.”
$50,000-$99,999
- Jill Nikkel, RN, Staff Nurse, Outpatient
ANONYMOUS
Morgan Stanley Foundation
Special Kids Foundation Frederick & Elizabeth Thomas The University of Chicago Sandra J. & Bruce Wall
The Brinson Foundation Crown Family Philanthropies
Rooney Rippie & Ratnaswamy LLP Schiff Hardin LLP
Julius N. Frankel Foundation
Alvin H. Baum Family Fund
Edmond and Alice Opler Foundation
Fred & Marilyn Walz Washington Square Health Foundation, Inc. Brenda J. Wolf & Fred Siegman $10,000-$24,999
CVS Health
Joni Young
Deloitte Services LP Brian & Julie Devane
$5,000-$9,999
$25,000-$49,999
Fred & Jean Allegretti Foundation
Accenture LLP
Howard & Frankie Alper
George M. Eisenberg Foundation for Charities
Bob Arthur & Susan Anderson
ANONYMOUS
Vincent & Pat Foglia
Berglund Construction
Sharon Barner
ANONYMOUS
HBK Engineering, LLC
Fred & Kathy Berglund
Charles & Mary Anne Bobrinskoy
The Barker Welfare Foundation
Hubbard Radio, LLC
Harry S. Black & Allon Fuller Fund
Martin and Mary L. Boyer Foundation
Chicago Equity Partners
Charles Kahn
Block Electric Company
Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund
Michael & Rosalind Keiser
Cedar Hill Associates, Inc.
Aldridge Electric Inc.
We are La Rabida: Donors Edward & Glenys Chen
Loretta Rosenmayer
Norine & Christopher Baker
David & Lisette Eisendrath Foundation
Chicago Fire Soccer Club
RSM US LLP
Sherry Barnes
Trevor Fennell
Bruce R. Cohen
Dee Robinson
Thomas & Amelia Bayer
First Bank of Highland Park
David & Lynn Coughenour
Kathryn Schaeffer & Gary Roll
Alvin Bell
Joshua A. Fisher
Brian Dacy
Kaye Scholer LLP
William Blair & Company, LLC
Food 4 Less Fund
James A. Gammon Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Dr. Scholl Foundation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Foot & Ankle Associates, Ltd.
Karen Stratton
Clarence & Sharon Bourne
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
Brian & Paula Gaspardo
Textura Corporation
Michael & Karen Buoscio
Denise B. Gardner
John & Kathleen Grady
United Airlines
Anna & David Carvalho
Robert & Dawn Geras
John P. Harney
A. Montgomery Ward Foundation Carol Warshawsky
Chevron Humankind Matching Gift Program
Matthew J. Gibbons
Drew & Anne Horowitz
Chicago Blackhawks
Theresa & Robert Goldberg
Chicago Cubs
Goldman Sachs & Co.
Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company
Max Goldenberg Foundation
INTREN, Inc.
“Volunteering at La Rabida has been a joy and a blessing because it has given me the opportunity to help others and give back to the community.” - Michael Yabes, Volunteer
Alan Cole The Collins Family Fund Conway & Mrowiec
Allen E. Kanter Sharon & Steven Kase Sheila & John Kelly
$1,000-$4,999 Access Eforms Alan F. Adducci
Jeffrey & Leslie Cox Jerry Dent d’Escoto, Inc.
Ann R. Gillespie
Norman & Cynthia Goldring David Gonda Barbara L. Gordon W.W. Grainger, Inc. Lindsay Green Robert & Kelly Guglielmi Gregory & Andrea Gyann
Alex Aldridge
Deutsche Asset and Wealth Management
Harvey Alter American Auto Guardian, Inc.
James & Karen DeZellar
Janet Haines
Mass Mutual Retirement Services
Angel Gifts, Inc.
David & Susan Diamond
Patricia & Matthew Halper
Margaret Nash Foundation
Betty Angelos
Terence & Joan Donnelly
Glen Hampton
The Negaunee Foundation New Prospect Foundation
Assurance Agency
Mary Lou Downs Foundation
Dr. Lewis A. Hare & Ruth Lerman Hare Charitable Foundation
Bruce & Deborah Pfaff
James W. Atkinson
Mark & Kathy Renfree
Neal & Beth Baker
Latkin Family Foundation Marquette Associates, Inc.
Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP Delona E. DuBois
John & Francine Gyann
The Daniel & Janet Hidding Foundation Richard & Joyce Hirsch
Hogan Marren Babbo & Rose, Ltd.
Thomas F. Nolan
Barry & Nancy Schultz
Travelers Insurance
Horizon Financial Management
William J. Schwass
Jack & Susan Tribbia
Vickie M. Horn
North America Stevedoring Company, LLC
Scott Steel Services Inc.
US Bank
IBM Employee Services Center
O’Neill & Gaspardo, CPA
Kevin Shea
David & Gay Vajda
Robert L. James
Terrence O’Rourke
SHI International Corp.
Eddie & Audrey Ward
Kenneth Johnson
Mary Anne Ostrenga
Shive-Hattery
Weinberg Family Foundation
Korli & Lynn Kamara
Mary & Ken Owens
Gregory & Sheetal Kanter
Oystercatcher Media
Arthur Kessler
John V. Painter Trust
Jeffrey & Lisa Kessler
Frank Paolillo
Patrick & Ann Kitchen
Kristie P. Paskvan
Joseph & Helen Komarek Foundation
Patelco Credit Union
Anthony Kramer
David B. Patzwald
Deborah Simmons
Samuel Weinstein Family Foundation
Robert H. Kramer
Gloria & William Peoples
Skokie School District 73 1/2
Keith & Karen Weiss
LA-CO Industries, Inc.
PEPSICO Foundation Employee Giving Program
Andre J. Smith
Nate Weiss
James M. Snyder
James R. Wesner
Paul & Edith Sobel
Hugh Williams
Drs. David & Lori Soglin
Joni S. Williams
James & Yvonne Southwell
Joyce E. Williams
Gale & Carson Sprow
Wisdom Tree Asset Management, Inc.
Lakeside Financial Group, LLC Life Tech John & Joen Loeb Michael & Renee McMahon Richard Meek Midway Dodge John Moran Heather L. Morris Joseph & Vicki Morris Leslie Morse-Dudley Netrix, LLC Antony Nettleton Next Level Health Partners, LLC
Christopher & Sara Pfaff Anne R. Prammaggiore Juliette & Walter Pryor Terrence & Amy Real Juergen Roennau Alan Rose
“I have the opportunity to work with our patients and families. Watching them as they become self-sufficient and confident is a priceless, rewarding experience.” - Rosalva Torres, MSN, RN, CCM, Case Manager, Inpatient
James & Joanne Steinback Joel M. Stender
$500-$999
Morton & Leona Rosen
Walter and Caroline Sueske Charitable Trust
Jeremy & Emily Adler
Harold & Linda Rosenson
Fredric S. Tatel, DDS
Emilio & Julie Salvi
Dale Taylor
Allen & Esther Schechter
TCW
Ute & Richard Schlake
Richard & Karen Timmons
Alan Schriesheim
Frank & Mary Trager
Ronald C. Roselli
Aflac Ursula Anderson Andrean High School Dr. Bree Andrews ANONYMOUS Jerry Antos
We are La Rabida: Donors Ariel Investments, LLC
Bruce Eatroff
Molly Ingraffia
Johnny L. Ramsey
The Alben F. Bates and Clara G. Bates Foundation
Scott Fauque
Gloria & Gary Jacobson
Carol Rizzie
Paul Feehan
Ronald & Gail Kahn
Anthony Rosignolo
Brenda Battle
Patrick Fosnacht
Patricia S. Kraning
Dr. Ruby Roy & Thomas Busse
The Benevity Community Impact Fund
Dr. Nancy Fritz
Richard & Virginia Labotka
Daniel C. Rudolph
Stacy & Theodor Bilharz
Michael & Cheryl Gill
John & Margaret Lagana
John & Denise Rudolph
Binstein Family Helping Hand Foundation
Robert E. Goldberg Trust
Dale LaGesse
Scott & Victoria Severson
Maria C. Green & Oswald Lewis
Ryan & Kelly Lawrence
Robert & Cathleen Shultz
Robert & Janice Hamilton
Carolyn & Jesse Lee
Skolnik Industries, Inc.
Kelsey L. Hanna
Adam Levine
Gwendolyn Steele
Marguerite & William Hark
Magnificent Events
Steve A. Stender
Colleen Harper & Brian Boyer
Lucy & Robert Mayhugh
Scott Stiller
Michael & Stella Hatcliffe
Anthony M. McWhorter
Strategic Wealth Partners
Millies Engineering Group
Lee & Sue Stufflebeam
MJ Search Partners, Inc.
Gerald Sullivan
Martin & Cheryl Morris
Jonathan Swain
Patrick & Noreen Morris
Douglas & Tammy Swill
C. Nelsen
Matthew J. Turk
Edward C. Haupt
Gus Noble
John Vratsinas
Aden A. Henry
West Monroe Partners
Ian & Patty Hirt
The Northridge Group Fund of the Ayco Charitable Foundation
Edward & Carol Hogan
Kweku & Shannon Obed
Erica Wiegel
Robert & Sheila Hohmann
Fred Olmsted
Sherry & Andy Winick
John & Mirna Holton
Terrence & Barbara Palmer
Beverly T. Yoder
Claude Howard
Judith Picman
Robert Howard
Paul J. Piechowski
Joel & Jill Hurwitz
PJH & Associates, Inc.
Illinois Institute of Technology - African American Association
Quadrangle Development Co.
Hans & Christa Boden James Capodice Career Builder, LLC Al Carter Brian & Barbara Cronin
“Our primary goal is what’s best for each child that we serve.” - Molly Swenson, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist
Mark & Karen Cronin Dr. John & Marie Cunningham Dennis Dean Diagnostics Technical Support Paul & Roberta Diamond Julie Dorfman & Jerry Herst Richard & Michelle Drehobl Dana M. Dressler Angela Drexel Liethia Easterly
R & R Sports Collectibles
Aaron Wiegel
La Rabida is a special place, not only because of what we do, but also because of who we are. For our patients and families, our caring and compassionate volunteers are an integral part of the La Rabida experience. From our after-school tutors to our nursing volunteers, there is no shortage of generous spirits who make a difference in the lives of our kids. From July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016, 186 volunteers gave 9,234 hours of service to La Rabida. Our volunteers’ generous gifts of time, cheer and goodwill help smooth the way for our patients and their families each and every day. Without our dedicated volunteers, we could not fulfill our mission. For that, we are forever grateful.
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We are La Rabida: Our Volunteers
Financial Review (July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016) * Auditor’s report for fiscal years ended June 30, 2016 and 2015 is available upon request.
FY 16 Unrestricted Revenues and Other Support
FY 15
$ 52,945,145
$ 48,248,331
52 , 154,154
48 ,7 7 7,228
Expenses Operating (Loss)
(528,897)
(790,991)
Other Income
2,785,981
6,653,132
Revenue in Excess of Expenses
$ 3,576,972
$
Current Assets
$ 12,237,0 93
$ 1 1 ,7 7 7,391
30,795,857
32,7 76,398
1 12,343,779
107, 1 8 7,038
29,919,484
3 1 ,369,336
Total Assets
$ 185,296,213
$ 183 , 1 1 0,163
Current Liabilities
$
$
Net Assets of the Foundation Investments and Long-term Assets Net Property and Equipment
Long-term Liabilities Net Assets Total Liabilities and Net Assets
5,618,428
6 ,1 24,235
5,628,955
11 ,127,670
6,323,988
168,550, 1 1 5
1 7 1 , 1 5 7,220
$ 185,296,213
$ 183, 1 1 0,163
Our Mission La Rabida Children’s Hospital provides specialized, family-centered health care to children with medically complex conditions, disabilities, and chronic illness. Through expertise, compassion, and advocacy, we help children and their families reach their fullest potential, regardless of their ability to pay.
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