St. Luke’s Introduces Pediatric Emergency Safety Room with Support from Siouxland Miracle Riders

UnityPoint Health – St. Luke's unveiled the new pediatric emergency safe room made possible by the Siouxland Miracle Riders. The riders raised money for St. Luke’s Children’s Miracle Network on the 9th Annual Miracle Ride in the summer of 2024, covering more than 6,000 miles in 14 days to Alaska and back.

“This room is more than just walls,” says Matt Thompson, member of the Siouxland Miracle Riders. “It provides a calming, secure space for children in crisis, helping them feel safe, supported and cared for during their healing process.”

The new addition is part of four modern “safe” rooms for patients in mental health crises or severe distress. A pediatric safe room is a specialized space designed to provide a calm, secure environment for children experiencing mental health crises or severe distress. These rooms help reduce anxiety and agitation by minimizing stimuli and ensuring safety, creating a supportive setting where medical teams can provide compassionate, effective care.

“This incredible journey not only showcased the riders' dedication and endurance but also their unwavering commitment to helping children in need,” says Kari Winklepleck, president of St. Luke’s Foundation. “As always, the Siouxland Miracle Riders proved that with determination and heart, they could achieve anything.”

The Siouxland Miracle Riders look forward to their 10th anniversary ride coming up this summer.

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