The carts will provide added comfort, particularly on rainy days or for those with mobility challenges, ensuring everyone can easily access the hospital without stress or inconvenience, GRMC said.

Two carts were required to transport patients between the new hospital car park and the building. The cost of each cart was between $16,000 and $22,000. Foundation chairman Janet Tallon said she ...

The carts, which come with weighted blankets, headphones and other materials, are meant to help patients during potentially overwhelming or overstimulating experiences at the hospital.

The Ronald McDonald Hospitality Cart made its first stop at OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois, where a ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the occasion.