Louisville, January 22, 2026
Norton Children’s Hospital in Louisville has unveiled its new Cancer Institute Resource Center, designed to provide holistic support for children with cancer and their families. Located on the 8th floor of the Novak Center for Children’s Health, the center offers emotional, educational, and financial assistance throughout a child’s cancer journey. Funded with a significant investment from the Norton Children’s Hospital Foundation and additional support from community donors, the center aims to enhance the quality of life for families during difficult times.
Louisville, Kentucky – Norton Children’s Hospital Unveils New Cancer Institute Resource Center
Norton Children’s Hospital in downtown Louisville has dedicated its new Cancer Institute Resource Center, aiming to provide comprehensive support for children with cancer and their families.
Comprehensive Support Services
The center, located on the 8th floor of the Novak Center for Children’s Health, offers a range of services designed to assist families throughout every stage of a child’s cancer journey. These services include:
- Emotional Support: Mental health counseling and therapeutic programs to help families cope with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
- Educational Support: Resources and guidance to assist with educational needs during treatment.
- Financial Guidance: Assistance with navigating the financial aspects of cancer care.
Funding and Community Support
The establishment of the Cancer Institute Resource Center was made possible by a $1.6 million investment from the Norton Children’s Hospital Foundation and community donors. An additional grant of $976,000 from the Kentucky Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund will provide operational support to the center.
Holistic Approach to Pediatric Cancer Care
The Norton Children’s Cancer Institute treats more than 7,000 patients each year, offering a multidisciplinary approach that integrates the efforts of oncologists, surgeons, nurses, social workers, chaplains, behaviorists, therapists, and pharmacists. This approach focuses on treating the whole child and limiting any long-term effects of cancer treatment. The institute is a long-standing member of the Children’s Oncology Group, the world’s largest network of hospitals devoted to treating children with cancer, ensuring adherence to best practices and proven protocols. Additionally, the institute is part of the Beat Childhood Cancer research consortium, connecting families to a worldwide network of clinical trials across more than 40 leading universities and children’s hospitals. Through its partnership with the Norton Children’s Research Institute, affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine, the team brings breakthrough therapies to the community, allowing children to receive leading-edge care close to home. The Norton Children’s Cancer Institute is recognized for excellence in pediatric oncology care and is nationally ranked in the top 50 by U.S. News & World Report for pediatric oncology care. It is also named one of the top comprehensive pediatric sickle cell treatment centers by the National Alliance for Sickle Cell Centers, with Kentucky’s only pediatric apheresis and pediatric photopheresis programs. The institute offers Kentucky’s leading multidisciplinary pediatric brain tumor program, a cancer predisposition program for early identification and long-term support for children at increased risk of developing cancer due to inherited gene mutations, Kentucky’s leading Adolescent and Young Adult Program, and Kentucky’s only CAR T-cell therapy treatment for pediatric patients. The institute also provides a life after cancer survivorship program and accepts Medicaid and most major commercial insurance plans. Families with income equal to or less than 350% of the federal poverty level may be eligible for financial assistance.
About Norton Children’s Hospital
Norton Children’s Hospital, formerly known as Kosair Children’s Hospital, is a pediatric acute care children’s hospital located in Louisville, Kentucky. Affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine, the hospital has 300 pediatric beds, providing comprehensive pediatric specialties and subspecialties to infants, children, teens, and young adults throughout Kentucky and the surrounding states. Established in 1892 as Children’s Free Hospital, it is part of Norton Healthcare. In 2016, the hospital rebranded as Norton Children’s Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What services does the Cancer Institute Resource Center offer?
The center provides emotional support, educational support, and financial guidance to assist families throughout every stage of a child’s cancer journey.
How was the Cancer Institute Resource Center funded?
The center was established with a $1.6 million investment from the Norton Children’s Hospital Foundation and community donors, along with an additional $976,000 grant from the Kentucky Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund for operational support.
What is the Norton Children’s Cancer Institute’s approach to pediatric cancer care?
The institute offers a multidisciplinary approach, integrating efforts from various specialists to treat the whole child and limit long-term effects of cancer treatment. It is a member of the Children’s Oncology Group and the Beat Childhood Cancer research consortium, providing access to cutting-edge treatments and clinical trials.
What recognition has the Norton Children’s Cancer Institute received?
The institute is nationally ranked in the top 50 by U.S. News & World Report for pediatric oncology care and is recognized as one of the top comprehensive pediatric sickle cell treatment centers by the National Alliance for Sickle Cell Centers.
What is the history of Norton Children’s Hospital?
Established in 1892 as Children’s Free Hospital, Norton Children’s Hospital is a pediatric acute care children’s hospital located in Louisville, Kentucky. It is affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine and rebranded from Kosair Children’s Hospital to Norton Children’s Hospital in 2016.
Key Features of the Cancer Institute Resource Center
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Location | 8th floor of the Novak Center for Children’s Health, Louisville, Kentucky |
| Services Offered | Emotional support, educational support, financial guidance |
| Funding | $1.6 million from Norton Children’s Hospital Foundation and community donors; $976,000 grant from Kentucky Pediatric Cancer Research Trust Fund |
| Annual Patient Volume | Over 7,000 patients treated each year |
| Accreditation | Oldest continuously accredited children’s oncology program by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer since 1959 |
| Affiliations | Children’s Oncology Group, Beat Childhood Cancer research consortium, University of Louisville School of Medicine |
| Recognition | Nationally ranked in the top 50 by U.S. News & World Report for pediatric oncology care; recognized as a top comprehensive pediatric sickle cell treatment center by the National Alliance for Sickle Cell Centers |
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