Caring for Miracles Foundation Marked Five Years
The neonatal support organization celebrated half a decade of critical care improvements for preterm infants.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Babies
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The Caring for Miracles Foundation has reached its five-year milestone of providing neonatal support and healthcare training. The organization collaborates with the University Hospital of the West Indies NICU in Jamaica to improve infant survival rates.
Why it matters
The foundation was established to ensure that every newborn has the opportunity to survive and thrive through targeted medical interventions. By focusing on critical care periods, the group aims to bridge gaps in neonatal healthcare delivery.
The foundation supports the Golden Hour Quality Improvement Program, which targets the critical first 60 minutes of life for preterm infants. Their support includes life-saving equipment and specialized healthcare training.
The players
Dr. Jillian Lewis
She is a co-founder of the Caring for Miracles Foundation.
Dr. Marilyn Giorgi
She is a co-founder of the Caring for Miracles Foundation.
University Hospital of the West Indies
This facility operates a NICU in Jamaica that serves as the foundation's primary clinical partner.
The details
Founded by Dr. Jillian Lewis and Dr. Marilyn Giorgi, the organization provides comprehensive services including breastfeeding support, bereavement programs, and resources for teen parents. The group currently collaborates with the University Hospital of the West Indies NICU to standardize care protocols.
Timeline
The foundation began its operations in September 2021.
The organization marked five years of service in September 2026.
Culture Shift
The foundation's work reflects a global shift toward standardized neonatal protocols like the Golden Hour Quality Improvement Program to reduce mortality. This move aligns with broader international efforts to improve maternal and child health outcomes in resource-constrained regions.
Families receiving care through the partner NICU gain access to enhanced clinical training and specialized support services for teen parents. The ongoing regional expansion plans may eventually provide similar resource access to communities in Dominica.
The takeaway
The foundation highlights the importance of standardized medical training in improving long-term neonatal survival rates. Their regional expansion model demonstrates how targeted partnerships can bridge significant gaps in neonatal care infrastructure.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest developments in infant health within our Babies section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Dominica News Online.
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