Northern New York’s only
Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.
Samaritan Medical Center has served as the North Country’s official Children’s Miracle Network hospital since 1990, striving to raise and allocate funds to improve the health and wellbeing of children in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties.
Funds raised through the Children’s Miracle Network program support child-centered areas of Samaritan through the funding of capital projects and purchase of critical pediatric equipment. In addition, funds raised provide financial assistance to local families with a child facing a medical crisis for travel expenses and other out-of-pocket medical costs. Samaritan is one of few hospitals to offer this type of assistance.
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Direct Family
Assistance Program
The Direct Family Assistance Program provides financial assistance for expenses related to a child’s serious medical condition. This may include reimbursement of travel costs for medical care away from home, medical bills, prescriptions, copays and medically-necessary equipment not covered by insurance. This program assists children through age 18 (or 21 for dependents and students) who reside in Jefferson, Lewis or St. Lawrence County, regardless of where they receive medical care.
To learn more or request an application, please contact us at 315-785-4053 or [email protected] To pre-apply, click here.
Children’s Miracle Network of Northern New York 2026 Champion
Children’s Miracle Network of NNY is pleased to have 2-year-old Finley Valentine of Watertown as its 2026 Champion. He was born ten weeks early, with underdeveloped lungs and a slim chance of survival. Finley spent 69 days in the neonatal intensive care unit, enduring two blood transfusions, two ambulance transfers, and weeks on breathing support. Diagnosed with chronic lung disease and pulmonary hypertension, he requires continuous oxygen support, a feeding tube, and weekly therapies. Despite these challenges, Finley is full of joy. He loves to play with cars and his siblings. His bright smile and infectious laugh emphasize Finley’s spirit of a true champion.
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Learn More About Children’s Miracle Network
Samaritan is one of 170 Children’s Miracle Network hospitals across North America. For 40 years, CMN has been a beacon of hope for families with children in need of care.
Children’s Miracle Network of NNY
830 Washington St.
Watertown, NY 13601
P. 315-785-4053
F. 315-785-5788
