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Bubble Ball 2023

Bubble Ball 2023

ChildServe made history by raising a record-breaking $1.19 million at the 13th annual Bubble Ball. Not only was this a first for ChildServe, the event set the record for donations made during a fundraising gala event in the Des Moines metro.

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Shane’s Story

Shane’s Story

When 18-year-old Shane was in a motorcycle accident, he experienced severe injuries to his brain and spinal cord. With support from his ChildServe team, and a variety of specialty equipment and technology, he fought hard to regain the strength to walk and talk.

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ChildServe is Growing in Eastern Iowa

ChildServe is Growing in Eastern Iowa

ChildServe is growing to serve more children in Eastern Iowa! We will double the size of our Iowa City location and open our first satellite location in the state: ChildServe Cedar Rapids!

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ChildServe Opens Jojo’s Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit

ChildServe Opens Jojo’s Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit

ChildServe is pleased to announce the opening of its new inpatient rehabilitation unit – Jojo’s Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit – this summer. The 14-bed unit is the only freestanding, comprehensive pediatric inpatient rehabilitation program for children and teens in the state of Iowa.

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ChildServe’s Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit

ChildServe’s Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit

ChildServe’s new pediatric rehabilitation unit is the only freestanding, comprehensive pediatric inpatient rehabilitation program for children and young adults in the state of Iowa. The 14-bed unit features a six-bed nursery and eight private rooms. Check out this inside look at the new unit and it’s unique features!

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Sibshops at ChildServe

Sibshops at ChildServe

In 2022, ChildServe will host unique, fun-filled events for siblings of children with special healthcare needs. Learn more.

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ChildServe has Big News!

ChildServe has Big News!

After more than 25 years serving as President/CEO of ChildServe, Lloyd VanderKwaak will retire on June 30, 2018. Teri Wahlig, MD will become ChildServe’s next CEO and David McKenzie will serve as President/COO.

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ChildServe Named to Iowa’s Top Workplaces 2017

ChildServe Named to Iowa’s Top Workplaces 2017

The Des Moines Register recently named ChildServe to the list of Iowa’s Top Workplaces 2017. ChildServe was ranked #9, making 2017 the fourth year in a row that ChildServe has been named to the top 15 large employers in the state.

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DAISY Award Winner

DAISY Award Winner

ChildServe nurses make an amazing difference in the lives of children, young adults, and families across Iowa. Individually, nurses can transform the lives of those they help support. For the Dearinger family, ChildServe nurse Pat Rice-Larimer has done just that.

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7th Annual Bubble Ball Gala: Art Alive!

7th Annual Bubble Ball Gala: Art Alive!

The poptastic event has raised $1,000,000 for kids with special healthcare needs since it’s inaugural event in 2011. Check out this year’s amazing creations to see how designers brought art to life!

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Drake Kids of the Game

Drake Kids of the Game

ChildServe recently partnered with Drake University to celebrate the accomplishments of four children with difficult health conditions.

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