Carter Bear Club

Carter's Bear Club was started by Sharon Likos after seeing how much teddy bears comforted her grandson, Carter, in the hospital. Carter was born with spina bifida and has had multiple surgeries and has spent many, many nights in the hospital. During one of his stays Sharon made a special bear for him with a hospital gown to make him feel more comfortable. After seeing how happy this special bear made Carter, Sharon was inspired to help other children and their families deal with this scary time. Children are given the bear and a membership card to this special bear club prior to surgery. The membership club lets families know that they have support. Our bear club members now reach around the world.