Episode 20 - One Question Can Change a Family's Life

Episode 20 - One Question Can Change a Family's Life

From The Glennon Factor by SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Foundation

March 3, 2026 · 43 min · Episode 40

About this episode

This episode explores the Danis CARES program and its impact on pediatric care and family support.

In this episode of The Glennon Factor, we explore the Danis CARES program at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital and how it’s redefining pediatric care at the Danis Pediatrics Center. CARES — Connection and Resource Equity Services — was created after research revealed that a significant number of families were facing challenges like food insecurity, housing instability, and transportation barriers that directly impact children’s health. The team now screens families through a well-being questionnaire and connects them to immediate and long-term community resources, while preserving dignity and building trust. Through powerful, real-life stories, the episode highlights how simple interventions — like providing a meal kit or arranging transportation for a newborn visit — can prevent larger health crises. Ultimately, Danis CARES represents a holistic, community-centered model of care that supports not just the child in the exam room, but the entire family beyond it.

People in this episode

Host: SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Foundation

Topics covered

  • pediatric care
  • community resources
  • family support
  • health equity
  • food insecurity

Keywords

  • Danis CARES
  • pediatric care
  • food insecurity
  • community resources
  • health crises

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, Danis Pediatrics Center, Danis CARES

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