More than $1 million to enhance pediatric care

WHAS Crusade for Children: making the lives of children better

Since 2022, the WHAS Crusade for Children has awarded more than $1 million to Baptist Health Foundation Hardin (previously Hardin Memorial Hospital Foundation) to strengthen care for the future of our region: our children. 

The long-standing partnership between Baptist Health Hardin and WHAS Crusade for Children has enabled the enhancement of pediatric services in Hardin County that benefit hundreds of children each year and has laid the groundwork to continue benefiting future generations of children for years to come. 

“The significance of WHAS Crusade for Children cannot be overstated,” said Tracee Troutt, chief development officer for Baptist Health Hardin. “From assisting in the renovation of our level II Neonatal Intensive Care unit to upgrading our pediatric therapy program, the Crusade has made a huge difference in the lives of central Kentucky children.”

While the Kosair for Kids NICU in Elizabethtown is one of the most obvious examples of the Crusade’s generous contributions, the hospital is filled with stories of the Crusade’s kindness and blessings. 

See a few ways the Crusade has enhanced pediatric care

Pediatric Therapy
Baptist Health Hardin’s pediatric therapy department has been able to better meet the needs of their extensive patient roster of more than 150 kids a week to help improve a child’s physical abilities, motor skills, sensory processing difficulties, communication skills, and executive functioning skills. WHAS Crusade for Children has helped to implement advanced therapies and purchase numerous pieces of equipment, including a Galileo® vibration plate, LiteGait and Tobii Dynavox.

Panda Warmer
The Panda Warmer combines advanced technologies with innovative features to deliver enhanced thermoregulation while promoting family-centered care. 

BrainScope
The BrainScope is intuitive technology that allows clinicians to rule out the need for a head CT by providing a concussion assessment that provides objective information to aid in concussion diagnosis. 

Luna Advance Simulation Baby 
The first completely wireless infant simulator that offers a comprehensive range of features to allow for continued training for nursing staff. From advanced life support and neonatal resuscitation to catheter and IV placement, the infant simulator enables progressive skill development for medical staff. 

Bubble CPAP Device
The Bubble CPAP Device provides breathing support for neonates and infants who require assistance due to conditions related to prematurity or other issues as identified by a physician. The design delivers a heated and humidified blend of air and oxygen while at the same time generating continuous distending pressure throughout the respiratory cycle.