The partnership of Dairy Queen, Christus Coushatta, and The Children’s Miracle Network fueled a lively competition in the hospital offices Thursday. Within the administrative offices, the bet was on which person could eat their treat the fastest. Hospital Administrator Brandon Hillman managed the win in just 1 minute and 14 seconds.

The partnership and participation in Coushatta were heartfelt for many families on Thursday. For every Blizzard sold on Thursday, July 25, a donation went to our region.  Several of our families with children with disabilities encouraged all of us to participate. 

Christus Coushatta announced several weeks ago that they are incorporating a children’s therapy clinic in Coushatta. This will include speech therapy, Physical and Occupational therapy, and more. To families in the area, the prospect of needed therapies so close to home is a miracle. Outside of the treatment and services provided by the public school system, the options of families for children with specific special needs have meant driving to Shreveport or Alexandria.

For some, Thursday was just a great day for a treat. For others, it was the beginning of a sweet respite from long travels.