At Feeding Families Foundation, we believe in the power of community. Over the last year, we’ve witnessed how local partnerships can transform lives, especially for families caring for a critically ill child. Today, we are thrilled to share details about our special...
Understanding the various healthcare professionals involved in a child's care can help parents better navigate their child's hospital stay and ensure effective communication and collaboration. When our daughter received her initial diagnosis, we felt inundated by the...
In the medical field, the terms "fellow," "resident," and "attending" refer to different levels of training and responsibility among doctors. Parents of hospitalized children will interact with all of these providers and it can be difficult to remember the...
When parents are caring for their critically ill child in the hospital, the stress and emotional toll can be overwhelming. Amidst the chaos and worry, food can offer more than just physical sustenance—it can provide crucial psychological and emotional benefits. 1....
Caring for a child in the hospital is an intensely demanding experience, both emotionally and physically. Managing your own stress and mental health during this time is crucial, not just for your well-being but also to maintain your ability to care for your child...
Come join us for a fun-filled day of singing at The Bar Method Fairfield! This event is your chance to showcase your vocal talents while supporting a great cause. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just love belting out tunes in the shower, this fundraiser is for...
Feeding Families Foundation was started following our experience with life in the hospital after one of our daughters was diagnosed with leukemia. Read more of our story HERE. The last year or so has been very tough. From the moment we found out about her diagnosis,...
On International Childhood Cancer Day we delivered food from Eli’s Brick Oven Pizza in Hamden to the pediatric hematology/oncology floor for the patients, parents, and staff at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital.The hospital food is pretty good, but it can get old. We...
There is a growing body of literature that explores the hidden problem of caregiver food insecurity within pediatric hospital settings. This blog post examines the challenges faced by caregivers and patients in pediatric hospitals and highlights the urgent need for...
On January 20, 2024, Feeding Families Foundation held its first annual golf event at Golf Cove in North Haven. In addition to presenting a check for $20,000 to Yale Children's Hospital for our Parent Plate Program Fund, Feeding Families Foundation received a...
Together, we can make an impact in the lives of families caring for their child— one hospital at a time.