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Finding Her Voice: The Children’s SPOT Helps Young Girl Turn Silence Into Strength

Janette Platter is the community chaplain at Saint Luke’s Bishop Spencer Place, a vibrant senior living community just steps from the Country Club Plaza. But in early 2025, she was just another mom seeking the very best care for her child. Fortunately, she knew it wasn’t too far away.

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From Fragile Beginnings: How The Children’s SPOT Helped a NICU Baby Thrive

Kirsti Millar, a 35-year-old of Kansas City, was 23 weeks pregnant with her second child in early 2023 when her water suddenly broke. What should have been a season of joy and anticipation became a medical emergency.

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KSHB: Kansas City 5-Year-Old Finds Her Voice Through Play Therapy At Saint Luke's

After 5-year-old Hildie Platter was diagnosed with selective mutism a year and a half ago, her mother, Janette Platter, turned to The Children's SPOT (Speech, Physical, and Occupational Therapy) for rehabilitative speech services through play therapy.

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KCTV: Saint Luke's Offers Free Gun Locks To Promote Firearm Safety

Saint Luke's is taking action to help reduce gun-related injuries and deaths by handing out free gun safety locks at 22 convenient care and primary care locations.

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Staying Social: How to Form Friendships as an Older Adult

Staying socially connected is essential for emotional well-being and even physical health. Check out these practical ways older adults can stay connected.

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The Impact of Summer on Mental Health in Older Adults

Summer is a season of warmth, light, and activity, but for older adults, it can also bring unique mental health challenges.

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Anderson County Hospital Continues the C.A. Davis Nursing Scholarship

Individuals enrolled in an accredited nursing program and nurses who want to further their education are eligible to apply for the scholarship, which was established in 1981.

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Family Care Center Doctor and Nurse Found Connection to Their Mission During a Trip Honoring Veterans

The Anderson County Hospital Family Care Center clinicians were responsible for providing medical support for the veterans throughout the Honor Trip to Washington, D.C.

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Turn Awareness Into Action

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to come together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote understanding about mental health.

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Healing Together: Why Group Therapy Works for Older Adults

As we age, life brings unique joys and challenges. Group therapy offers a powerful way for older adults to find support, share experiences, and heal together.