Speaker 1:
Welcome to the Build Bear Foundation buddy room, where our patients meet the special furry friend who'll provide comfort and security through their treatment journey. Through this special partnership with Build-A-Bear, Shriners Children's mission to provide comprehensive care by treating not only the child's medical, but also emotional needs, comes full circle. In this magical space, the patient selects their new stuffed animal friend and picks out an outfit that best expresses their individuality, transforming the bear into exactly who the child wishes their friend to be. A trip to the Build-A-Bear Foundation Buddy Room is an emotional anchor in the Shriners Children's patient experience, and an extraordinary part of the most amazing care anywhere.