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Spring 2017 Newsletter Vol 21, Issue 1

In affiliation with The Children’s Hospital of Illinois at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, a supporting member of the National Children’s Alliance.

... meeting the needs of abused and neglected children.

Pediatric ResourceCenter

Medical DirectorChanning Petrak, MD

Executive DirectorStephanie Johnson

Case CoordinatorsKristin Lenover, LCSW Catherine MooreAmanda Thomison Support StaffIna Ferguson Amanda FranklinCarole Siefken

Community Board OfficersShannon Killion, President Janã Stevens, Vice-President Jennifer Weaver, Secretary Erica Bland, Treasurer

Board MembersTerry Baecker Jennifer Bonesteel Eric BursottCorey Campbell Paul Cicchini Christina CullomMitch GilfillanLori Hanson

Marnie HarrisMickayla HughbanksAaron LogueLauren McBainTravis ShockDawn Stage Mike Unes Dana WeberKristin Williams

Ex-Officio Members Dave Haney Stephanie Johnson Kathy Miller Channing Petrak, MD Kay L. Saving, MD

EditorAmanda Franklin

Contributing WritersMary Jean Dzurisin Amanda FranklinStephanie Johnson Shannon Killion

Photography Shannon Killion Emerson SmithSeptember Nott

Newsletter Layout Susan Galloway

IN THIS ISSUEParent Letter .................... 2

TEN-4 Bruising .................. 3

Save the Dates ................ 4

5K and Fun Walk ............. 5

Haresting Hope ............... 6

Message fromthe President ................... 8

Robert D. Hart, MD Endowed Lectureship Series presents C O M M U N I T Y N I G H T

The First Signs of Abuse: Minor Trauma, Major Concern

Wednesday, April 266:30 p.m.

Jump Simulation 1306 N Berkeley Ave

Parking available in the deck at OSF

Register online at go.uic.edu/hart or by contacting Stephanie Mahony at 309.655.4242 or smaho3@uic.edu.FR

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The Robert D. Hart, MD Endowed Lectureship was established in 2002 to honor the late Dr. Hart for his distinguished medical career. Income from this

fund enables prominent scholars to enhance training and education of medical students, residents and practicing physicians in our community.

Event Promotion Design: Mary Jean Dzurisin

featuring

Jonathan Thackeray, MD

On April 26th at 6:30pm, you have the opportunity to hear from

Dr. Thackery, a child abuse pediatrician from Ohio, speak about “sentinel injuries.” He will provide strategies to identify and resond to these first signs of child abuse with the goal of preventing recurrent injuries to children.

Sentinel injuries can be our first clues that something isn’t right, that a child is being hurt. If we can intervene when these first, seemingly minor, injuries occur, we can often prevent more serious abusive injuries to a child.

We hope you will join us for this important and educational Community Night of the Robert D Hart, MD Endowed Lectureship Series.

A Letter of Gratitude

* In October 2013, the defendant pled guilty to Aggravated Battery to a Child, a Class X felony, and a sentence to 6 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Before November of 2012, I’d never heard of the Pediatric Resource Center, what they did, or, to be honest, what actually

went on behind the scenes when a horrible incident happens to a child. That November, I received a text message that

would start a chain of events that would change our lives forever.We were first time parents, doing anything and everything we could to get by and give what we could to our, at the

time, 4 month old daughter. As I was only a year out of college, I had to continue working after her birth. A lady came

highly recommended as a sitter, and she charged a weekly amount that fit into our budget. As soon as I was released to

go back to work, our daughter was at the sitter, where her cousin was also attending at the time. Come the beginning

of November, I received a text that she had fallen off the couch. We got through that day and night, but something was

nagging at me to take her in. When I took her in to the emergency room, I was informed that she had a fractured skull,

she would need to be transferred to Peoria, and that I would be met at the hospital with individuals who would help me

get through this.The police were there, ready to speak with me once we arrived. To be honest, I was having the hardest time wrapping my

mind around the severity of the situation. They questioned me on what had happened, I showed them the conversation

between the sitter and myself, and they questioned the Emergency Department doctor with me in the room. Two fractures

in her skull, he said, and a fractured arm. I think that’s when I completely shut down.I’m not sure where PRC came into play, nor the exact moment they first reached out to me, but they were amazing in

helping me get through the next couple months. I had to bring our daughter back a few times following the incident

for check-ups and head scans. Dr. Petrak and Case Coordinator Amanda Thomison were there, helping explain what

exactly was going on, what would come next, and how to get help. They sat with me and my daughter before her scans,

keeping my mind on task, but at ease at the same time.I honestly cannot express my gratitude I have for the Pediatric Resource Center and those who work hard to help every

child get the care that they need. To this day, I feel that they helped me stay grounded so that I could be there for my

daughter. They also documented everything in such great detail that when we finally had to go to court, there was no

question that the sitter was guilty of abuse on multiple occasions to my 4 month old daughter.*Today, my daughter is a bright 4.5 year old. She started this school year in an early intervention group, but has quickly

caught on with her letters. She has some behavioral issues that we have had to learn to work around, making sure that

she gets more than enough sleep, that her routine is as consistent as possible, but, from all that had happened, she has

healed and behaves and looks like a normal preschooler. Over the last year and a half, as these new behavior issues

have appeared, the Pediatric Resource Center has been there for us, making sure we received the help she may need,

even though she isn’t a current case. She’s a great big sister. From the day we brought our second daughter home, she

was there, wanting to help. Now that they are older, she loves playing school with her, teaching her 2 1/2 year old sister

her letters, numbers, and colors.I’m sure Dr. Petrak and Amanda did so much more for me than I can recall, and for that, I know I would instantly trust to

return to them and PRC if ever the case may be. If I ever knew a parent or child that would benefit from their assistance,

I would be on the phone within minutes! This experience changed my whole perception on life and of people, but if it

weren’t for those two ladies, I’m not sure if I would have made it through.Thank you, all of you, at the Pediatric Resource Center, for giving me my daughter back!- The Jugovic Family

Group Helps Educate on the

Dangers of TEN-4 Bruising

Being able to recognize which bruises are common from childhood play and which bruises are concerning for abusive injury is very important and could prevent serious or even fatal injury for young children and infants.

Once children start moving, they tend to run into things and fall. Toddlers will get bruises on their shins, foreheads, and chins as they start walking. Young children who are running, jumping, climbing

and just being kids will have bruises over bony areas. However, bruises over the torso (chest, abdomen, buttocks), ears and neck are very concerning for abusive injury, because those areas of the body do not bruise easily and are protected.

Babies are different. Babies don’t walk, run or jump. Bruises anywhere on a young infant, who isn’t mobile, are concerning for abusive injury. Bruising anywhere on a child 4 months or younger could be a sign of abuse and should be evaluated by a trained medical professional. Bruising is often the first sign that something may be wrong. Bruising is the most common injury sustained by children who have been physically abused.1 According to a study published in Journal of Pediatrics in 2014, 50% of infants with one isolated bruise were found to have at least one additional serious injury when further evaluated.2

If you see a child with TEN-4 Bruising, seek medical evaluation,

contact the child abuse hotline at 1-800-25-ABUSE or contact the PRC.

If you see something, say something.

Stop child abuse before it turns deadly.

Educate others about TEN-4 Bruising.

A group of students from Sona Siegel’s Community Clinical Class for the Bachelor of Nursing at Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing reached out to PRC last year to see how they could help PRC through a community project. Kelly Puent, KC Thompson and Stephanie Burritt worked together to create a TEN-4 bruising handout that PRC staff will utilize in educating parents, medical providers and other community partners about the dangers of bruising on young children.

Kelly Puent reports, “It feels good to know we are making a difference. We are about to be graduated nurses in the medical field and we were not aware of TEN-4 bruising, so we know there must be many other healthcare providers as well as other caregivers, parents, and guardians that need the resources to help prevent things from getting to that point.” Could be a sign of abuse and should be

evaluated by a trained medical professional

Bruising on the

Torso, Ears, Neck on any child 4 years old & younger or bruising anywhere on a

child 4 months or younger

1. Collins, P et al. Archives in Diseases in Childhood 2017; 99:108-1132. Harper NS et al. J Pediatrics 2014; 165:383-388

July 15, 2017 - Call PRC for tickets

We are excited to have Jerry and Elaine Riebling of River City Race Management time the 5th annual Kick Abuse 5K on April 15th. The PRC has been fortunate the last 3 years to have this couple donate their timing services to the Kick Abuse 5K. With the Rieblings’ support, Kick Abuse 5K has seen an increase in participation and fundraising. Their support translates into keeping event costs low, maximizing the positive impact of this event toward child abuse awareness and raising much-needed funds to support child-friendly, specialized medical services for children and families throughout central Illinois. Because of their support to PRC and abused or neglected children throughout the region, we are excited to honor Jerry and Elaine as the PRC Community Board’s Spring 2017 Champions for Children.

Twice each year, the Pediatric Resource Center’s Community Board honors local businesses, groups and individuals who make a difference for children and families impacted by child abuse and neglect. A Champion for

Children is one who has demonstrated a strong desire to make the world a better place for children and families impacted by child maltreatment.

Married for over 50 years, this dynamic duo helped pioneer the transformation from hand timing to computerized timing for major running events in Illinois. The Rieblings have timed for the Steamboat Classic, Race for the Cure, Illinois Valley Striders events, and many other events throughout the country. They have also provided their services to and helped raise money for many area charities, including the Pediatric Resource Center.

When you see Jerry and Elaine on race day, please thank them for their dedication to the Pediatric Resource Center and congratulate them for truly being Champions for Children!

Area Race Timers to be Honored at 5th Annual Kick Abuse 5K

Kick Abuse 5K Trail Run & Fun Walk

September 30, 2017 - Sponsorship & Underwriting Opportunities Available

Harvesting Hope

Kindred Spirits

October 20th - Call PRC for more details

Upcoming PRC Events

PRC Night at Peoria Chiefs

Since 2001

SIGN UP NOW!Race Day: April 15, 2017 Race Start: 8:30 AM

$30/$25 for students/$8 for 3 & Under • 3 FREE wine tastings ages 21+ • Brunch $10 Come run or walk in the beautiful vineyards of Kickapoo Creek Winery

and support the Pediatric Resource Center

100% of Proceeds help fund medical and social services to abused and neglected children in central Illinois!

 

Area Race Timers to be Honored at 5th Annual Kick Abuse 5K

NEW THIS YEAR: Kids Fun Run! (Ages 10 and Under)

CORE Construction J K Williams Distilling Romolo & AssociatesSponsorship and Underwriting Available - Call Stephanie at 309-624-9595

Sign Up at http://go.uic.edu/KickAbuse5K

Harvesting Hope 2016 A Success

PRC Case Coordinator Kristin Lenover showcasing items was a highlight of the live auction

PRC Board Members and Event Co-Chairs, Erica Bland, Lauren McBain and Karen Kepple have fun in the photo booth

Attendees at the 2016 Harvesting Hope Fall Fundraiser Gala to benefit the PRC raised over $62,000 to fund specialized medical and social services for child abuse and neglect victims served by PRC.

Above: Lisa and Doug Johnson & Amy and Dan Westbay

PRC’s Champion for Children Greg Batton with his wife, Yvonne Greer, and PRC Medical Director Channing Petrak, MD

Jason Killion, Shannon Killion, Marc Matulis, Jackie Matulis, Holly Mason, Beth Winstead, Kirk Mason, Cory Winstead

Sponsors:

AccentureCaterpillarJim Maloof RealtorRSM US

Underwriters:Bob Lindsay AcuraBob Lindsay HondaCommerce BankHeaven on Earth Floral Design StudioKeller Williams Premier RealtyKepple TeamMichele’s FloralRLIWMBD

Kindred Spirits

Mark Your Calendars now for Kindred Spirits 2017 on October 20th

Did you know? Monthly giving is an incredibly

efficient way to support the Pediatric Resource Center.

The PRC Partners for Kids are a group of dedicated friends like you who make monthly gifts that provide a consistent, reliable income stream, allowing us to focus more resources on our lifesaving programs, and less on raising the necessary funds. Members like it because it’s easy to budget and it feels great to be making a difference for children every month of the year. To set up your monthly donation, go to http://go.uic.edu/PRCGiving or call Stephanie Johnson at 309-624-9595 for more details.

HonorariumsIn Honor of the Ackerman Grandchildren Ackerman Family Farms, LLC

In Honor of Kay L. Saving, MD Dr. & Mrs. Paul and LaDona Fishkin Dr. & Mrs. Donald and Cynthia Meyer

Blue Ribbon Society The Blue Ribbon Society was established as a component of

The Foundation for the Endowed Medicine Campaign of the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. Gifts to the Blue Ribbon Society are restricted to the PRC Endowment Fund and directly benefit the Pediatric Resource Center’s program for abused and neglected children.

Blue Ribbon Society Founding MembersPolly & Glen BartonCindy & Bill FischerPat & LeRoy HagenbuchTheresa & Bill HeidrichBarbara & Joe HendersonLois & Ed HolscherLincoln Office SupplyKay L. Saving, M.D.Linda K. Simkins

Blue Ribbon Society MembersCEFCUMrs. Ellen FosterDr. & Mrs. Michael GooteeGreen Chevrolet HummerRichard Horndasch, M.D.Mrs. Patricia JansenMrs. Marjorie LauterbachCynthia McKoneJanet K. O’Neill

Katie & Jim OwensDr. & Mrs. Richard PearlPeoria Metro New Car Dealers AssociationRebecca L. Vasterling

On a cool evening last fall, friends of the PRC gathered for Kindred Spirits: a Whiskey Experience to benefit the PRC at J.K. Williams Distilling. This intimate affair brought together the craft whiskeys and bourbons of J.K. Williams with food pairings from local businesses and friends. Attendees spoke one-on-one with PRC staff and board members about the importance of the PRC evaluation in cases of possible child abuse and neglect. Over $1,100 was raised to help abused and neglected children receive outstanding, child-centered medical care. Thank you to PRC Community Board member Kristin Williams and the staff at J.K. Williams for creating and hosting this dynamic event for the PRC.

Underwriters:Bob Lindsay AcuraBob Lindsay HondaCommerce BankHeaven on Earth Floral Design StudioKeller Williams Premier RealtyKepple TeamMichele’s FloralRLIWMBD

Give to the PRC through our

Amazon Wishlist at http://go.uic.edu/

PRCWishlist

In January, I had the opportunity to spend an afternoon with the Pediatric Resource Center Community Board and staff during our annual retreat. PRC Staff members shared with us what they do on a daily basis so that we could, in turn, better share the mission of the PRC. We spent some time making plans for

2017, but most importantly, talked about the many reasons that we have chosen to give our time and resources to the Pediatric Resource Center.

We discussed the fact that, on average, 5 children in the United States will die each day because of abuse and neglect. We talked about how our community is larger than the small groups that each of us interacts with. We mentioned that abuse and neglect occur across all demographics. But the underlying theme was that we all want to help the underdogs, the kids who can’t help themselves, the ones who are hurt and confused and really need a champion.

You can be that champion for abused and neglected kids by supporting the Pediatric Resource Center. Our next event is the Kick Abuse at Kickapoo 5K on April 15, 2017. Last year we had a

record number of runners for our cross-country-style race. We hope to have even more this year! We have added a Kids Fun Run this year, so bring the whole family out for a morning at the vineyard. If you’d like to make an even bigger impact, we have sponsorship and underwriting opportunities available. We’d love to have you be part of our team. Contact Amanda at (309) 624-9595 if you’d like to join us.

Another way you can support the PRC is by visiting our Amazon Wish List and purchasing items for the clinic. You can also sign up for monthly giving, which is simple for you and a big boost for the PRC. Mark your calendars for our Night at the Chiefs (July 15, 2017) and our annual Harvesting Hope event (September 30, 2017).

We all see the news; we know that child abuse and neglect continue to be an issue. We all want to help. We are grateful for your past support and we hope that the Pediatric Resource Center can count on your continued support as we serve vulnerable children right here in central Illinois.

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Shannon Killion, President Pediatric Resource Center Community Board

530 N.E. Glen Oak AvenuePeoria, IL 61637

Since 2001

STOP CHILD ABUSE

Spring is here! Enjoy the warmer weather on April 15 at the 5th annual

Kick Abuse at Kickapoo 5K Trail Run and Fun Walk. Proceeds benefit the PRC.

Details Inside!