The Springfield Unit, Shriners Hospitals for Crippled Children, provides complete Orthopedic care for each patient, from infancy to the 18th birthdate, at no cost to parents, guardians or any third parties. Any child, regardless of race or religion, is eligible for admission if treatment would prove a financial burden on the family or guardians. This hospital is supported by Shrines through annual hospital assessments and fund-raising activities as well as contributions to the Shiners Hospitals for Crippled Children endowment fund. |