December 16, 2023 – HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, a 435-bed full-service acute care facility and part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the largest healthcare system in the state, today received more than $3,000 in toys and clothing from the Love From Lincoln Foundation.
The foundation is named after Lincoln Cassle, who was born on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Just days after birth, Lincoln fell ill due to sepsis and passed away on December 16, 2022.
“Lawnwood Hospital did everything they could to save him,” said grandmother Lois Cassle. “As a family, we want to give back to the hospital to that tried to save Lincoln.”
To highlight Lincoln’s eight days of life, his family created the Love From Lincoln Foundation to celebrate his birthday while giving back to the community.
“We are honored the Love From Lincoln Foundation chose Lawnwood Hospital’s pediatric patients to receive this generous donation,” said Lawnwood Hospital children’s services director Marissa O’Dowd. “It’s heartwarming to see our youngest patients light up with joy and happiness when they receive donations from the community.”
Lawnwood Hospital features a 12-bed pediatric unit and 6-bed pediatric ICU specifically designed to meet the needs of newborns, young children and adolescents. It is the only facility on the Treasure Coast with a pediatric intensive care unit and is home to the largest Level III NICU. Lawnwood Hospital also has a dedicated pediatric emergency room staffed with board-certified emergency physicians specially trained in pediatric medicine.
About HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is a 435-bed, full-service acute care hospital accredited by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration as a comprehensive stroke center. Specializing in emergency services, dedicated pediatric emergency services, Level II trauma services, maternity, Level III neonatal services, pediatric intensive care services, comprehensive stroke services, minimally invasive surgery and open-heart surgery, we provide high-quality, exceptional patient care to Fort Pierce residents and the surrounding communities. The hospital has been recognized as a Blue Distinction Center for cardiac care and is an American College of Surgeons Verified Level II Trauma Center. The hospital’s 24-hour emergency room provides specialized hospital services for adults and children of all ages. For more information on HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, please visit hcafloridahealthcare.com or call 772-461-4000.
HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital is a part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the leading provider of healthcare in the state of Florida. With an employee base of 77,000, HCA Florida Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 50 hospital campuses and more than 450 other care sites.
