Visit was part of Packers vs Cancer initiative
Milwaukee, Wis. – Green Bay Packers players Quay Walker, Romeo Doubs, Devonte Wyatt and Zach Tom visited patients and families at the Children’s Wisconsin
Milwaukee Hospital. Their visit was part of the Packers vs. Cancer initiative. During the visit, the players played games and did crafts with patients and families in the Child Life Center while some kids from the MACC Fund Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders joined in on the fun via Zoom. They competed in the game Cranium with a football theme, played flick football, did a football toss and colored. The players also took pictures and signed autographs for those who stopped by and for the kids who joined in virtually.
“Visits like today’s from the Packers are so special and help kids feel like kids while they are under our care,” said Christine Baranoucky, vice president of engagement & stewardship for Children’s Wisconsin. “When kids are dealing with illness, they welcome a break from treatment to have the opportunity to see players from some of their favorite teams. We are so thankful for the Packers’ partnership and all they do to help kids and families in our community.
Packers vs. Cancer is now in its sixth year, with a variety of programs underway through the month of October. The Packers partner with Bellin Health and the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation for the initiative, which is aimed at raising awareness of all cancers, raising funds for research and care and reminding fans that early screenings save lives.
