Corewell Health Children’s in Southeast Michigan

12/23/2025

Did you miss it on NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas last night? Here is the full video sharing the nightly tradition that brings lights and smiles to children and families at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak.

Are you local? Tonight, December 23rd, is the last night of Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams if you're able to join! It starts at 8:00pm. Please arrive 15-20 minutes to find parking and meet at the hospital's east entrance.

A heartfelt thank you to the volunteers and employees who made this tradition possible this year.

12/23/2025

Tonight is the final night of Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams, and this is why it matters:

Vito is an incredibly brave 8-year-old. He was born with Goldenhar Syndrome. While recovering from his 23rd surgery, he recently experienced the magic of this beloved community event.

“Vito kept telling me how happy he was while seeing Moonbeams,” his mom shared. “He was surprised at how many people came.”

Outside, Vito’s dad stood with family and FaceTimed him so he could see everyone who came to shine their lights just for him, including friends, classmates, teachers, school staff, and Bloomfield Township Fire Department.

There were posters for Vito and a ‘Vito!’ chant, resulting in many happy tears.

"As a mother, it was beyond touching to see how many people came out to support him," his mom said. “It can feel very lonely for us to often be in a hospital for surgeries and appointments."

You're invited to help kids like Vito and their families feel less alone. Join us tonight at 8 p.m. outside Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak. Bring a flashlight. Bring your heart. Let’s end Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams with love, light, and community. 🌙💡✨

12/22/2025

Tune in tonight for national coverage of our Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams program! We are being featured on NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas, airing in their Good News Segment around 6:55pm tonight, Monday December 22nd.

https://www.nbc.com/nightly-news-with-tom-llamas

12/17/2025

There are only 7️⃣ nights left to join us for Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams! We don’t want you to miss the opportunity to help light up the holidays for our brave pediatric patients and their families.

We hope to see you sending beams of love and sweet dreams!🌙✨🔦 Details are below:

Date: Today through Dec. 23

Time: 8 p.m. sharp

Location: Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

12/17/2025

“To be stuck in the hospital and feel like the world is moving on without you outside feels a little bit isolating, a little lonely, feels like maybe you’ve been forgotten in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season,” said Amanda Lefkof, a child life specialist at Corewell Health.

That’s why the Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams tradition means so much to our pediatric patients and families. Each evening during the holidays, volunteers shine flashlights toward patient rooms at Corewell Health Children’s in Royal Oak to brighten the night for everyone involved.

Read more from AP about how this tradition brings comfort and connection to pediatric patients and families: https://ow.ly/6Wk150XKT40

There is still time to join us this year for Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams!
Date: Every night through Dec. 23
Time: 8 p.m. sharp
Location: Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

A Michigan hospital is asking members of the public to raise their flashlights as well as the spirits of children during the holiday season.

12/11/2025

If you've ever attended Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams, there's a good chance Vincent Messina helped guide you into the perfect parking spot.🚗

“When I first heard about Moonbeams, I knew I wanted to help make the kids staying in the hospital happy," he said.

Vincent has volunteered since 2019, and he says the joy this event brings keeps him coming back year after year.

Even in the cold, Vincent says the reactions from the kids and their families make it all worth it.

“I know they don’t want to be in the hospital, but this event brightens up their hearts and minds,” he shares, shedding a tear.

Vincent goes on to share that the event brightens up his heart, too.

Join him and other shining stars this year at Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams!🌙✨🔦 Details are below:

Date: Today through Dec. 23
Time: 8 p.m. sharp
Location: Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

You can view more information at https://corewellhealth.org/classes-events/southeast-michigan/moonbeams.

12/08/2025

Grab your mittens, your brightest flashlight, and maybe even your favorite holiday gear. Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams begins tonight!🔦⭐️🌙

From Dec. 8 through Dec. 23 at 8 p.m. sharp, our community gathers outside Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital to shine lights toward our pediatric patients - a simple gesture that fills their hearts with hope, connection, and holiday magic.

You’re invited to remind these courageous kids they are never alone. Key dates and information below:

🔵Dec. 8: Sensory-friendly night (tonight)
We’ll have no flashing lights inside or outside, no microphone, and our firetruck and police car friends will be parked with lights off.

🔵Dec. 9 through Dec. 23:
These nights we’ll have flashing lights inside and outside, a microphone, and our firetruck and police car friends will be parked with lights on.r

12/01/2025

We're 1️⃣ week away from the start of Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams! You're invited to help our youngest and bravest patients feel connected to their community during the holiday season.

🔵Dec. 8: Sensory-friendly night
This night we’ll have no flashing lights inside or outside, no microphone, and our firetruck and police car friends will be parked with lights off.

🔵Dec. 9 through Dec. 23:
These nights we’ll have flashing lights inside and outside, a microphone, and our firetruck and police car friends will be parked with lights on.

Each night begins at 8 p.m. at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital. More information: https://corewellhealth.org/classes-events/southeast-michigan/moonbeams

11/24/2025

Royal Oak parents Mallory and Matthew Meyer shared with the Royal Oak Review the story of their second child, John Tyler, and the struggles they went through during his premature birth.

John Tyler Meyer defied the odds when he was born prematurely Sept. 20 at just 31 weeks via emergency cesarean section, weighing only 3 pounds, 11.8 ounces.

Mallory and Matthew Meyer went through a flurry of emotions during the long, and scary, process to keep their baby alive.

Read their full story at https://www.candgnews.com/news/royal-oak-parents-share-their-experience-with-premature-birth-9579.

11/11/2025

At 32 weeks pregnant, Breana Long had an emergency C-section due to lack of movement from her daughter.

Brooke Ashley was born premature weighing 3 pounds, 6 ounces. "Despite being so tiny and battling preemie anemia, she was perfect in every way. Seeing her for the first time filled me with a love I didn’t know was possible and a fierce determination to stay strong for her," Breana said.

She spent 38 days in the NICU. "It was the most emotional, stressful, and exhausting time of my life," Breana said. "But through it all, the team members were beyond amazing, attentive, compassionate, and so supportive."

"They cared for Brooke like she was their own, and I will forever be grateful for their role in our journey."

Brooke recently turned one! Breana shares, "She is happy, healthy, full of life, and thriving beyond what I ever imagined."

11/10/2025

Mark your calendars for the 8th Annual Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams! 🌙 🔦

For 15 days in December, community members visit our campus in Royal Oak to shine flashlights to remind pediatric patients they aren’t alone and wish them sweet dreams.

If you've attended in the past or plan to attend for the first time, we'd love to hear your 'why' in the comments.

11/01/2025

There were so many smiles at Corewell Health Children's in Royal Oak during all of the activities.🍬 Thank you to everyone who helped make Halloween a success!