St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children

St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children Where big hearts help little patients. St. Mary’s to receive care, learn to manage their illness or injury, and achieve a better quality of life.

Mary’s Healthcare System for Children is committed to improving the health and quality of life for children, young adults, and families with medical complexity and special healthcare needs. Mary’s Healthcare System is one of only a handful of organizations around the country that is dedicated to providing intensive rehabilitation, specialized care, and education to children with special needs and

life-limiting conditions. Following hospitalizations in acute care facilities for complications from premature birth, illness, and injury, or when special services are needed, children and their families come to St. As the largest provider of long-term care for children with complex medical conditions in New York State and one of the nation’s leading providers of pediatric post-acute care, St. Mary’s provides a continuum of care, treating children throughout the metropolitan area through a network of inpatient, home care and community programs and services, setting a standard of excellence in pediatric healthcare. Mary’s is a not-for-profit healthcare organization.

Join us for the 20th Annual Big Hearts Walk for St. Mary’s Kids 💙On Sunday, May 17th, at Crocheron Park in Bayside, our ...
04/24/2026

Join us for the 20th Annual Big Hearts Walk for St. Mary’s Kids 💙
On Sunday, May 17th, at Crocheron Park in Bayside, our community will come together to support children with complex medical needs and their families. Every step helps provide life-changing care and programs for kids right here in our community.

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and be part of something special.

Register or donate at www.stmaryskids.org/walk2026

April is Occupational Therapy Month 💙 We’re proud to celebrate our amazing OTs, who help St. Mary's Kids grow their inde...
04/24/2026

April is Occupational Therapy Month 💙 We’re proud to celebrate our amazing OTs, who help St. Mary's Kids grow their independence, confidence, and everyday skills through thoughtful, compassionate care. Thank you for the difference you make for every child and family at St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children.

It’s Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we’re proud to spotlight Mona Elzahab, an exceptional volunteer at St. Mary's Heal...
04/22/2026

It’s Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we’re proud to spotlight Mona Elzahab, an exceptional volunteer at St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children. Mona, a senior at Hunter College, has built a meaningful relationship with Matthew, one of St. Mary’s longtime patients. Through art, movies, puppet shows, and time spent together around the building, she has learned how to connect with him using his unique communication style. Their bond is a powerful example of how consistency, patience, and creativity can transcend words.

Mona also brings joy to children and young adults on 3CU and was recently named the 2026 NYSHFA Young Adult Volunteer of the Year. We are grateful for Mona and the special connection she has helped create every day.💙

Assistive Technology is our jam! April 22nd is Assistive Technology Awareness Day. Our inpatient assistive technology te...
04/22/2026

Assistive Technology is our jam! April 22nd is Assistive Technology Awareness Day. Our inpatient assistive technology team including, Thomas Quinn SLP, ATP, Elizabeth Quinn OT, ATP & Gabriella De Vito, DPT, supports both short and long-term care patients, providing personalized technology to help each individual achieve the highest level of independence possible. From power wheelchairs and AAC devices to switches and switch-activated toys, assistive technology plays a vital role in empowering our patients. Working closely with the inpatient rehab department, the team ensures every patient is progressing toward meaningful goals—supporting independence, daily function, and for our short-term care patients, preparation for a successful transition home. 💙

From CNA to Nurse 💙 Ching Ching Yu and Chantai Smith began their journeys at St. Mary’s as CNAs, all while working towar...
04/22/2026

From CNA to Nurse 💙 Ching Ching Yu and Chantai Smith began their journeys at St. Mary’s as CNAs, all while working toward their nursing degrees. Today, they take the next step forward.

Ching Ching is now an RN and Chantai is now an LPN, and both are starting their six week nursing orientation as they transition into their new roles. We are so proud to see their dedication, growth, and commitment to caring for our patients come full circle. This is what it means to grow within St. Mary’s. 👏

This week, we proudly celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Week and extend our heartfelt thanks to the incredible volunteers...
04/20/2026

This week, we proudly celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Week and extend our heartfelt thanks to the incredible volunteers who give their time, energy, and compassion to St. Mary’s Kids. We are deeply grateful for all that our volunteers do to support our mission and create meaningful moments for our patients. Your kindness, commitment, and generosity truly make a difference.

To our entire volunteer community: thank you for being such an important part of the St. Mary’s family. 💙

04/17/2026

About one year ago, Savannah and Ariyah met in the Locomotor Training program here at St Marys. They became fast friends! Savannah and Ariyah routinely request to work together in therapy, encouraging each other through their hard work. We love seeing their friendship grow and we are so proud of all their progress in therapy! 👯‍♀️

Muhammad Zunair, a young adult in our Medical Day Healthcare program, is helping shine a light on cerebral palsy and the...
04/13/2026

Muhammad Zunair, a young adult in our Medical Day Healthcare program, is helping shine a light on cerebral palsy and the importance of awareness, inclusion, and access to care. We’re proud to support him at St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children and to be part of his journey as he inspires our community. 💙

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Muhammad Zunair, a patient at St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children in Bayside, lives with cerebral palsy. His mission is to spread awareness of the

04/07/2026

The Easter Bunny made a special stop at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children and brought lots of smiles with him! 🐰💙

04/02/2026

What an egg-citing day at St. Mary’s Early Education! 🐣 Easter egg hunts, sensory play, bubbles, and photo booth fun all around! Wishing all our families a Happy Easter and a joyful spring season! 🌸💛


03/30/2026

Join us for the 20th Annual Big Hearts Walk for St. Mary’s Kids on Sunday, May 17th at Crocheron Park in Bayside. 💙

Walk with us to support children with complex medical needs at St. Mary’s and help big hearts make a big impact. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

Register or donate: stmaryskids.org/walk2026

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29-01 216th Street
New York, NY
11360

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(718) 281-8800

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St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children is committed to improving the health and quality of life for children and families with special needs. St. Mary’s Healthcare System is one of only a handful of organizations around the country that is dedicated to providing intensive rehabilitation, specialized care, and education to children with special needs and life-limiting conditions. Following hospitalizations in acute care facilities for complications from premature birth, illness, and injury, or when special services are needed, children and their families come to St. Mary’s to receive care, learn to manage their illness or injury, and achieve a better quality of life. As the largest provider of long-term care for children with complex medical conditions in New York State and one of the nation’s leading providers of pediatric post-acute care, St. Mary’s provides a continuum of care, treating children throughout the metropolitan area through a network of inpatient, home care and community programs and services, setting a standard of excellence in pediatric healthcare. St. Mary’s is a not-for-profit healthcare organization.