James Palmer, technician II in Akron Children’s Environmental Services, was just 13 when he started working at his first job. Employed through a youth program, James did yard work for senior citizens. That job helped him develop a strong work ethic and sense of responsibility, as well as a passion for maintaining a well-groomed yard. […]
Reimagining our hospital for a new generation of patient families
For decades, Akron Children’s construction and renovation projects have been designed “through the eyes of a child” with bright colors, whimsical artwork and other elements that appeal to children and create a welcoming environment for patient families. More recently, projects such as the Kay Jewelers Pavilion and the Considine Professional Building addition have continued to […]
Beeghly expansion dress rehearsal preps staff for opening
The stage is set. The curtain is about to be lifted. But before the show can begin, the players must perform a dress rehearsal, right? Whether in theater or with a major hospital expansion project like the one at the Beeghly campus in Boardman, it’s critical to be prepared to handle anything that might happen […]
Locally designed sculpture to adorn entrance to new Beeghly facility
Visitors to the Beeghly campus in Boardman will have the opportunity to enjoy a unique, locally produced piece of art when the hospital’s new main entrance opens this summer. The artwork is being created for the campus’s expansion project, which will open July 11. One of the building’s architects, Adam May of Hasenstab Architects, also […]
Local Students’ Artwork to be Displayed in Beeghly Campus Expansion
Akron Children’s has long had a commitment of including artwork from local students to adorn the rooms and hallways of our various offices. And with our expanded Beeghly campus in Boardman set to open to patients July 11, we’re continuing that tradition. Over 40 students from 6 local schools will have their artwork on permanent […]
Considine Expansion Firmly Focused on Families
Long before the hospital announced plans to expand the Considine building or set a date for groundbreaking, our engineers and architecture team were meeting behind-the-scenes to thoughtfully plan every aspect of the building’s design and layout. Foremost in their minds was how to make sure the new addition was focused around the families we serve. […]