Nyack Hospital Has Plenty of Teddy Bears

Who better to give a child a little bit of comfort than a Teddy Bear? 

Nyack Hospital is pleased to announce that it is a recipient of the Freemason’s Teddies Love Children Program. Under this program, all children requiring hospitalization or emergency services at Nyack Hospital are given a plush teddy bear to help comfort these special patients.

Bears will be distributed to these children by a team of dedicated volunteers at Nyack Hospital. 

“We are delighted to work with the Freemasons on this project,” said Helen Hayes-Perkins, Director of Volunteers Services. She added, “Our volunteers are thrilled to provide comfort to children and families coping with their hospitalization. It is a good feeling when you can help reduce a child’s anxiety in the hospital and the bears are a reassuring and familiar toy.”    

To date, the Freemasons have donated over 800,000 teddy bears, bringing joy and smiles to children worldwide. 

For further information, please contact Helen Hayes-Perkins, Director, Volunteer Services, at 845.348.2204.

Nyack Hospital is a 375-bed community acute care medical and surgical hospital located in Rockland County, NY. Founded in 1895, it is a member of the NewYork-Presbyterian Healthcare System. For additional information, please visit www.nyackhospital.org.