The hospital opened in 1921 during the polio epidemic. It originally provided treatment to children suffering from the virus whose families didn’t have the money to pay for treatment. After the virus was essentially wiped out by vaccines in the 1950s, the hospital turned its focus to other orthopedic conditions. Since then, Scottish Rite has become a world-renowned facility with three North Texas locations.
Dallas Morning News: How Volunteering at Scottish Rite Fostered a Heartwarming Friendship
At Scottish Rite for Children, volunteers play a vital role in staff, patients and their families’ experiences. By contributing their unique skills, they unite to support the organization\'s mission of giving children…
