The Heart of Giving
A Comforting Consultation Room
Because We Love You and We Care
A Legacy of Comfort
Why I Give : Tami and Richard ' s Story
If you have the chance to meet Tami and Richard Dethmers , you will quickly discover a remarkable couple who embody a heartwarming spirit . Married for 44 years , they cherish family above all else . With five children and 10 grandchildren , their family is not just their priority — it ' s their whole world . It is this love and their steadfast faith that led Tami and Richard to make a transformative donation to Renown Children ’ s Hospital .
The Heart of Giving
In 2023 , Tami toured the construction of the new Wilbur D . May Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Renown Children ' s Hospital . She was touched by the idea of creating a special place for sick children and their families . That night , she talked with Richard about how they could help . Together , they both agreed to make a generous donation that could help ease the pain for families with children in the hospital .
A Comforting Consultation Room
Their donation established a consultation room in the Wilbur D . May NICU and PICU at Renown Children ' s Hospital . Tami and Richard ' s motivation stems from personal experience , having seen their grandson endure four open-heart surgeries . " I remember challenging conversations with doctors , surrounded by other families in the open PICU . It was difficult ,” said Tami .
Because We Love You and We Care
In the new consultation room , a powerful message is printed and framed : ' Because we love you and we care .' This phrase is an important part of Tami and Richard ’ s donation , reflecting words they spoke to their children while they were growing up . For them , it symbolizes love , care , and a commitment to offering support .
A Legacy of Comfort
Tami and Richard , along with their family , are dedicated to an ongoing legacy of giving . Together , they also donated blankets to patients and families who use the consultation room . “ I hope they provide an added layer of comfort ,” said Tami . Each blanket includes a custom tag repeating those same words ' Because we love you and we care .'
Richard echoes Tami ' s sentiments . “ We do what we can because we love children , and there is no greater pain than a child in distress ,” Richard said , emphasizing their shared dedication to helping children in need . Together , with their children and grandchildren , they continue to make a difference , embodying the power of compassion and generosity in their family ' s legacy .
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