Seattle Children’s Sand Point Clinic

10/10/2025

Today, Oct. 10, is World Mental Health Day – and we're stepping up to the plate for awareness!

Join us tomorrow for the inaugural “Field of Hope” Celebrity Softball Game at Husky Ballpark in Seattle! ⚾

Former University of Washington athletes Race Porter and Quin Barnard are hosting this exciting event to raise awareness for youth mental health and to support the Seattle Children’s Psychiatric Urgent Care Clinic.

ARC Seattle Co-anchor Steve McCarron spoke with Race Porter and Laura Knapp, Seattle Children's VP of Mental and Behavioral Health, about the inspiration, some of the sports stars planning to participate and the vital impact the game will have.

Former University of Washington athletes Race Porter and Quin Barnard will host the inaugural Field of Hope celebrity softball game at Husky Ballpark in Seattle

10/10/2025

On Thursday, Oct. 9, the Washington Husky Football team welcomed Seattle Children’s patient Dion as this week’s Husky Hero! 🐾💜

Dion is a 17-year-old who loves sports, is dedicated to his studies, and aspires to attend the University of Washington. He received a kidney transplant at Seattle Children’s and continues to inspire everyone around him with his strength and positivity.

Join the Huskies in supporting patients and families at Seattle Children’s all season long by donating today! https://bit.ly/3KZzZkq

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day — a reminder that health isn't just physical. Mental well-being matters too, especially for children and teens. Explore our Mental Health Resource Hub for tools, tips and support.
🔗 https://www.seattlechildrens.org/health-safety/mental-health-resources/

10/09/2025

Bring your goblins (young and old) and join us for a free, fun and safe trick-or-treating experience inside the festive halls of Seattle Children's Autism Center on Saturday, Oct. 18. Costumes encouraged, no RSVP required.

The festivities will include:

• Candy and non-candy treats
• Facepainting
• Activities and games
• Pumpkin decorating
• Community resources

10/09/2025

Emma was just 8 months old when she was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1. Her family was told that making it to kindergarten would be a gift. Donate today to fund breakthrough research to help kids like Emma thrive! https://bit.ly/3KZzZkq

10/09/2025

Daniel was diagnosed with liver cancer in May. While still on a ventilator, he began physical and occupational therapy, working every day to walk again and return to the basketball court.

After a liver transplant, months of chemo, and endless hours of hard work, Daniel became just the fourth patient to complete 100 miles in our “Go YOUR Distance!” program.

His fight, heart, and resilience inspire us all.

10/08/2025

October is Safe Sleep & SIDS Awareness Month. The safest way for babies to sleep: alone, on their backs, in a crib with nothing else inside. Learn safe sleep tips to keep your little one safe.
Read more: https://www.seattlechildrens.org/health-safety/nutrition-wellness/safe-sleep-babies/

10/08/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Christopher Longhurst, MD, MS, as the next chief executive officer of Seattle Children’s starting Jan. 5, 2026!

A practicing pediatrician and national healthcare leader currently serving as chief clinical and innovation officer at UC San Diego Health, Dr. Longhurst brings a passion for innovation, compassion and collaboration to our mission of providing hope, care and cures to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4h1QatG

We can’t wait for what’s ahead under his leadership!

10/07/2025

Want to know what ranks us among the top 10 children’s hospitals in the U.S.?

Hear directly from our leaders about what sets Seattle Children’s apart.

This recognition reflects the exceptional outcomes, innovation and family-centered care our teams deliver every day.

10/07/2025

We’re honored to be named one of the top 10 children’s hospitals in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report, and the best in the Pacific Northwest.

This recognition includes six specialties ranked in the national top 10.

Thank you to our incredible care teams and to the families who trust us every day.
Read more about this year’s rankings: seattlechildrens.org/about/us-news-world-report-rankings/ https://bit.ly/42YHpL0

10/06/2025

We’re thrilled to announce the inaugural Field of Hope Celebrity Softball Game hosted by USI and HOMS on October 11 from 12 to 3 P.M.!

This special event brings together NFL, NBA, MLB players dedicated to making a difference—both on and off the field. Tickets are just $10.

All proceeds will directly benefit Seattle Children’s Psychiatric Urgent Care Clinic, raising awareness and support for mental health and the families who need it most.

Join us for an unforgettable day of entertainment, inspiration, and generosity, celebrating the power of sports to unite us for change. https://give.seattlechildrens.org/event/field-of-hope-2025-celebrity-softball-tournament/e726118/register/new/select-tickets

10/06/2025

We’re thrilled to announce the inaugural Field of Hope Celebrity Softball Game hosted by USI and HOMS on October 11 from 12 to 3 P.M.!

This special event brings together NFL, NBA, MLB players dedicated to making a difference—both on and off the field. Tickets are just $10.

All proceeds will directly benefit Seattle Children’s Psychiatric Urgent Care Clinic, raising awareness and support for mental health and the families who need it most.

Join us for an unforgettable day of entertainment, inspiration, and generosity, celebrating the power of sports to unite us for change.

07/07/2025

Celebrate this July! The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), passed on July 26, 1990, was the first U.S. law to protect people with disabilities from discrimination. Disability Pride Month celebrates this historic moment every July. Honor, celebrate and uplift the diversity within the disability community.

Learn more: https://blog.cincinnatichildrens.org/healthy-living/child-development-and-behavior/how-talk-kids-people-disabilities/.

07/01/2025

Join Seattle Children's Disability Access Network and Friends Connection Group on July 5 for Access to Healthcare Night at T-Mobile Park! We’re partnering with the Seattle Mariners to promote health care access and raise funds for Seattle Children's Uncompensated Care Fund. Use the designated link to buy your tickets, you will receive specially priced tickets to the Saturday, July 5 game vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates, and $10 from each ticket will be donated to Seattle Children's Uncompensated Care Fund. 

Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025 7:10 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Location: T-Mobile Park: 1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134

Ticket Link: https://www.gofevo.com/event/AccessToHealthcareSEA

06/26/2025

🚨 Join Seattle Children’s in Protecting Access to Care for Kids and Families Like Malachi’s 🚨

Medicaid is a lifeline for millions of children across the country. At Seattle Children’s, over 50% of patients rely on hashtag to access the care they need to help them live their healthiest most fulfilling life possible.

To ensure every child continues to have access to the care they need to thrive, Seattle Children’s is advocating to protect crucial funding which provides access to everything from routine check-ups to life-saving,specialized treatments for some of the most complex conditions.

📢 Your voice matters! Consider contacting your elected officials today to advocate for continued Medicaid funding and help Seattle Children’s continue to be here for every child and family who need us.

🔗 Learn more about the impact and how to take action: https://lnkd.in/gQf8uvNM

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06/19/2025

This Juneteenth, Seattle Children’s honors a pivotal moment in history and reaffirms our commitment to compassionate, equitable health care for the patients, families, and communities we serve.

We are dedicated to helping build a future where every child is free to grow up healthy, supported, and empowered. Together, we continue our mission to provide hope, care, and cures so each child may live their healthiest, most fulfilling life possible.

06/04/2025

“The most effective way to give CPR changes as a child ages, so if you haven’t had CPR training since your child was an infant, it’s probably time to brush up on those skills,” shares Mjaye Mazwi, M.D., co-director of the Heart Center at Seattle Children’s.

June 1 to 7 is CPR and AED Awareness Week. Stay safe this summer by making learning CPR a priority for your family. Seattle Children’s is a proud sponsor of the Nation of Lifesavers, bringing cardiac emergency rescue plans to schools throughout Washington State.

Learn what options are available.

SEATTLE, May 29, 2025 — The American Heart Association says more than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest each year. Nearly 40% of those are related to sports, and nearly 20% occur in infants. The Association, the leading voluntary health...

05/26/2025

Seattle Children’s regional clinics and administrative departments, including scheduling, are closed today in observance of Memorial Day. Psychiatric Urgent Care and Orthopedic Injury Urgent Care are also closed today. We will resume our regular business hours on Tuesday, May 27.

Our Urgent Care clinics in Bellevue, Everett, Federal Way and Seattle and our Emergency Department are open. Urgent Care also offers video visits for patients with select symptoms in Washington state. In case of a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. To schedule an Urgent Care appointment, visit bit.ly/SeattleChildrensUrgentCare.

03/12/2025

The best protection against measles is the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. The CDC recommends all children get two doses of MMR vaccine, starting with the first dose at 12 through 15 months of age, and the second dose at 4 through 6 years of age. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3DjwkdU

Measles is so contagious that if one person has it, up to 9 out of 10 people around him or her will also become infected if they are not protected.This video...

03/05/2025

03/04/2025

Measles is an extremely contagious disease. Protect your family and the community by getting the measles vaccine. If you suspect your child or another family member has measles, call your health care provider before seeking care. https://www.seattlechildrens.org/patients-families/measles-alert