Investing in Our People
with mentorship, education and research opportunities. This program enables our leaders to grow as experts as they facilitate the best outcomes for patients. Support for staff education and professional development is fueled by donors who recognize the importance of attracting and retaining the most talented and passionate professionals to advance our organization and field and — most importantly — to best serve our patients.
29 education programs 5 disciplines 3 specialized trainings Shirley Ryan AbilityLab fosters a unique culture where every employee, regardless of their role, plays a part in patients’ recovery journeys. Through our professional development program, we ensure our leaders — in both clinical and non-clinical roles — are equipped
Education
Donor Spotlight: The Spalding Family Champions Our Team
His company helped create hundreds of rooftop gardens worldwide — including our hospital’s. Additionally, for years, his office in Chicago overlooked our Adaptive Sports & Fitness Center, where he quietly witnessed the transformative impact of our program on participants. The family’s support continues to reverberate today. In FY25, it funded 29 continuing education programs dedicated to advancing clinical skills, research, education and leadership. Through the Spalding Scholars, our team members have opportunities to grow, lead and advance the field — and to deliver exceptional patient care.
Among these champions are Betsy and David Spalding, whose generosity helped our allied health, nursing and leadership development program, a cornerstone of our professional development initiative. Their investment reflects a shared belief: that ongoing training is essential to delivering care at the highest level. David and Betsy’s connection to our hospital spans decades — and their generosity reflects a deep commitment to those who care for our patients. Betsy began her career here as a physical therapist, working with us in our earliest days, and formed lasting bonds with colleagues and patients alike. David, an engineer by trade, made his mark globally as an early innovator of waterproofing and roofing products.
18 Quality of Life Programs
Education 13
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