With the conclusion of the 2023 Minnesota legislative session, the Gillette Children’s community wants to extend gratitude and appreciation to everyone who supported our policy priorities.

The health care sector has an enormous impact on the environment—from producing an astonishing 5.2 billion tons of waste annually to consuming more than eight percent of the nation’s energy. How hospitals and clinics operate today has a real impact on our environment and our future health. Learn more about how Gillette Children's is working to combat climate change and pursue a healthier, more sustainable future.

Download a map of accessible parks in Minnesota. Minnesota is home to many accessible playgrounds which are created to be inclusive for children of all abilities.

Caregivers provide love, care, and time often at the expense of their own health. February 17 is National Caregivers Day. It’s a time to who appreciate the parental, professional, and volunteer caregivers who assist some of America’s most vulnerable adults and children. Gillette Children's wants caregivers to know they are valued and shares tips to help them take care of themselves.

October is bullying prevention month and a time to raise awareness about the harm created by bullies. The Director of Child and Family Services at Gillette Children's says teamwork between parents and teachers is the key to help kids feel safe. He suggests some tips to help parents discern if their child is being bullied or simply being teased.

Gillette Children’s has an advocacy team whose mission is to make sure children, especially children with disabilities, are not overlooked as state and national lawmakers create the legislation that shapes our lives.  

Music therapy helps manage pain, helps a child adjust to a hospital environment, provides positive emotional experiences, and promotes comfort and relaxation.

The 12th Annual Gillette Children's Adaptive Ski Day was an opportunity for children who have disabilities to discover the thrill of downhill skiing. Marcie Ward, MD, is a Gillette pediatric rehabilitation medicine physician and says these adaptive sports events bring joy and can transform children and families.