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NICU Family Advisory Council

Families Leading the Way

At St. Luke’s, our support of the NICU Family Advisory Council reflects our deep commitment to family-centered care. We believe families play an essential role in the health and healing of their babies, and we’re dedicated to including them in every step of the care journey.

Many parents and family members who’ve experienced the NICU firsthand want to give back—offering support, insight, and compassion to others. These dedicated individuals make up our Family Advisory Council.

If you’re passionate about making a difference for children and families, we invite you to get involved. Council members participate in monthly meetings and activities, and we welcome families from across our region. If you’re unable to attend in person, you can join us by phone from the comfort of your home.

Our Goals

To impact policies and the St. Luke's NICU environment to reflect the wants and needs of families
To promote family members on other St. Luke's committees to enhance care
To improve staff awareness of family needs
To continue providing a mechanism for feedback for families
To acknowledge the needs of families from other areas in the region
To share resources with families for care after their baby leaves the NICU
To achieve continuity of care between the NICU and other units within St. Luke's
To facilitate communication between care providers and families
To optimize patient safety

Get Involved

For more information, please call (208) 381-2661.

If you're interested in serving, fill out an application for the NICU Family Advisory Council.

Return the application by email or to:

St. Luke's NICU Family Advisory Council
Attn: Kendall Connors
190 E. Bannock St.
Boise, ID 83712

A member of our Family Advocacy Council will be in touch.

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