|
|
|
|||||||
|
MAIN MENU
|
FAQ's |
|||||||
|
Frequently Asked Questions. Have a question, but don't see the answer here? Ask us!
How to get help for burned or disabled children  I need help
for my child! How do I get the Shriners to help us?
I need
help for my child! How do I get the Shriners to help us?You may contact any Shriner that you know personally, call Akdar Shrine Temple locally, or call the nationwide toll-free number. Akdar Shrine Temple 2808 South Sheridan Tulsa, OK, 74129 Telephone: 918-836-2500 Fax: 918-836-2522 Hospital Transportation Department: 918-836-2528 back to "How to get help for burned or disabled children"
Can't
you just give me the money for my child's medical bills?
The short answer is no. The Shriners Hospital System has been designed to care for children in
an efficient and effective manner. Because Akdar supplies transportation and lodging for the trip, your only "out
of pocket" expense will be your meals, and any snacks/treats you may wish to purchase for your child. If you
are unable to take time from work to accompany your child, it may be possible for another adult that you appoint
to take the child to the Hospital. Please contact our Transportation Department for more information.
Who can
apply to go to the Shriners Hospital?For more information regarding eligiblity, and the admissions process, please visit the Shriners Headquarters website. An application for admission as a patient is available to download from that website, as well as being available in our DOWNLOADS area. back to "How to get help for burned or disabled children" What
is a typical trip to the Hospital like?You will ride in a 15-passenger van supplied by Akdar, and driven by Akdar Shriners. You will leave in the morning on Day 1 of your trip. Shreveport trips will last 2 days, and Galveston trips will last 3 days. The van drivers will stop the van anytime your child needs. Typically the van will stop for lunch at a family-oriented restaurant. You will have your own motel room, and will be expected to be ready to go to the Hospital on time on Day 2. After all of the patients on your van have seen the Doctors, and any special departments (for example, Orthotics/Prosethetics, X-Ray, Physical Therapy, or Child Life) then your van will begin the return trip. Some important things to remember: - On your first trip, you will actually be going to the CLINIC, which is located within the Hospital building. (Unless your child is an emergancy case) You will not spend the night at the Hospital, but at a local motel. - Shreveport trips are TWO days Check in at Akdar: 8:15 am Depart Akdar: 9:00 am Day 1 - Drive to Shreveport Day 2 - Clinic, Drive to Tulsa - Galveston trips are THREE days Check in at Akdar: 5:15 am Depart Akdar: 5:45 am Day 1 - Drive to Galveston Day 2 - Clinic Day 3 - Drive to Tulsa - The van leaves ON TIME. If you have questions about the departure time for your trip, please confirm with the Hospital Transportation Office in advance. - One patient/one parent. Due to space limitations on the vans, we ask that each patient bring only one parent or guardian, and no siblings. If for some reason care cannot be arranged for siblings, please contact the Hospital Transportation Office AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. - All passengers MUST wear seat belts! NO EXCEPTIONS! Parents must plan to bring car seats/booster seats for children and infants that are legally required to ride in them. - There is NO SMOKING allowed on Akdar vans. You may smoke during regularly scheduled stops, outside and away from the van. - Food and drink are NOT allowed on Akdar vans. Please help us keep our vans clean! - Parents/Guardians must remember to bring along any prescription medications and/or medical supplies, along with any orthotics and/or prosthetics. You will only need to bring clothing for one night (two nights for Galveston trips) if you are going to Clinic. If your child needs surgery, or further treatment at the Hospital, the staff will be able to tell you what to bring with you for an extended Hospital stay.
- Please respect your Van Drivers. They are VOLUNTEERS who leave their
families at home to drive you and yours to and from the Hospitals. They are also concerned about the safety of
you and your child. Your Van Drivers will do everything they can to insure your trip is as pleasant as it can be,
however, they need your help and cooperation to make that happen. back to top
About Shriners Hospitals for Children What are the
Shriners Hospitals for Children? What types of
conditions are treated? Can you help
my grandchild? Do you help
Children with Vision Problems? What are
the Shriners Hospitals for Children?Shriners Hospitals for Children is a network of 22 hospitals offering specialized medical care to children. Shriners Hospitals are located throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Eighteen of the 22 Shriners Hospitals provide comprehensive pediatric orthopaedic care to children, including outpatient and inpatient care, diagnostic services, surgery, medical care, casts, braces, prosthetics, X-rays, rehabilitation services, recreation and continuation of thier education. Children from infancy to thier 18th birthday may be eligible for treatment if in the opinion of the chief of staff there is a reasonable possibility that treatment will benefit the child. Shriners Hospitals for Children are open to children regardless of thier race, religion, or relationship to a Shriner. There is never a charge to the patient or parent for any service or medical treatment recieved at Shriners Hospitals. back to "About Shriners Hospitals for Children" What types
of conditions are treated?In addition to offering a complete range of specialized medical and rehabilitation services, Shriners Hospitals use a unique family centered treatment approach which involves the patient's family in the recovery process. This philosophy stresses that while medicine might heal the child's body, tending to the child's sense of well-being is equally important to his recovery. With the help of outstanding hospital personnel, exceptional medical facilities, comfortable environments and the close companionship of other patients, children are provided with the support and encouragement they need to meet the many challenges they face. Shriners Hospitals are equipped and staffed to care for children with congenital orthopaedic injuries and diseases of the bones, joints and muscles. Some of the common orthopaedic problems treated at Shriners Hospitals include: * Scoliosis (curvature of the spine) * Osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease) * Orthopaedic problems of cerbral palsy * Hand problems * Back problems * Limb deficiencies and growth problems * Orthopaedic problems of spina bifida with myelodysplasia (paralysis of limbs due to faulty congenital development of the spine and spinal nerves) * Club foot and dislocated hip * Leg length discrepancies * Orthopaedic problems resulting from neuromuscular disorders * Legg-Perthes disease (development problems of the hip) * Rickets The hospitals also treat patients with healed burns who, as a result of those burns, may have developed orthopaedic complications, scarring and deformity of the limbs. Each year, Shriners Hospitals spend millions of dollars on specialized research and the development of new treatments for crippling diseases which afflict children. back to "About Shriners Hospitals for Children" I have
a Grandson who is 4 years old. He has to go to physical therapy 3 times a week and they put braces on him. My son
has insurance that pays for part, but he has to pay $600.00 month out of his own pocket for the therapy and the
braces are $2300 per brace. Could you help them or maybe know of another organazation that might?Shriners help children with many different orthopedic and burn conditions, and we are happy to cover 100% of the care until the child is 18 years old. If you would like to talk to a Shriner we would love to help. Please call our Transportation Department at (918) 836-2528 in Tulsa for more information on how to get started. back to "About Shriners Hospitals for Children" Do you
help Children with Vision Problems? The Shriners do not have a program that helps children with vision problems, but the Lions Club of America does. Please contact your local Lions Club for more information. back to "About Shriners Hospitals for Children" back to top
I need a
phone number for Tulsa to inquire about Circus tickets.Great Question! Our 2007 Akdar Shrine Circus is going to be BIGGER and BETTER than ever! You can contact our Circus Office by telephone at (918) 836-2524. back to "About Akdar Shrine Temple" Where is
Akdar Shrine Temple?The Akdar Shrine Temple is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 2808 South Sheridan Tulsa, OK, 74129 Telephone: 918-836-2500 Fax: 918-836-2522 back to "About Akdar Shrine Temple" Why should
I visit the Akdar Shrine Temple?There are many things you can do at the Akdar Shrine Temple in Tulsa! You can visit our Penguin friend, "Illustrious Sir" and have your picture taken with him! Parents & patients are always welcome to visit! Visit the Circus Office in January and February to buy tickets to the next Akdar Shrine Circus! May is usually a good time to buy a bag of our famous onions! And anytime is a great time for men to come and find out why you should become a Shriner! back to "About Akdar Shrine Temple" back to top
What is a Shriner?
back to top
What is Freemasonry? Who can become
a Mason? How do I become
a Master Mason?
Who can become
a Mason?In order to be considered for membership in the Masonic Fraternity you must: * Be a male * Be at least 19 years old (Oklahoma) *21 years old in most other states * Believe in the existence of one true and living God and the immortality of the soul * Support local and national government and abide by the laws and Constitution of the United States (in the U.S.) * Not be engaged in illegal activities * Have a good reputation in the community * Have no mental, legal, or moral impairment which would prevent you from being a good Mason and associating with men to whom ethics and honor are important. Courtesty of the Oklahoma Grand Lodge of Masons of the State of Oklahoma, "Path to Brotherhood" package. back to "About Masons"
How do I
become a Master Mason?It's not hard to become a Master Mason. The process is by petition and then by taking a series of three Degrees. They are ancient in form, and contain no "horse-play." Step 1. Make sure you meet the qualifications (listed in prior FAQ). Step 2. Ask a Master Mason for a petition. Step 3. Fill out the petition and return it to the Mason who gave it to you. He will take it to the Lodge where it will be read in a meeting. Step 4. Meet with a committee appointed by the Master of the Lodge. The committee will meet with you at your convenience. Their task is to amplify the information on the petition and to answer your questions about Masonry. Step 5. The Lodge will contact you to tell you when to come for the Entered Apprentice Degree. After you take the Degree, a Brother will help you learn some material. After that, you take the Fellowcraft Degree and the Master Mason Degree. That's all it takes. Courtesy of the Grand Lodge of Masons of the State of Oklahoma, "Path to Brotherhood" package. back to "About Masons" back to top Who is in charge
of this website?
Akdarshrine.org has been open since 05/02/02. |
||||||||
|
This page updated 09/29/06 |
||||||||
All contents copyright 2002 - 2007 Akdarshrine.org, unless otherwise indicated