7 Brew Coffee Named Dayton Children's Hospital Child Life Specialist Kristy Rowe As Its April Hero

Story and photo courtesy of Reed Public Relations

SPRINGBORO, OH -- 7 Brew, the drive-thru coffee concept revolutionizing the coffee industry, is identifying 7 Brew Heroes across the country who showcase 7 Brew’s belief in cultivating kindness. Kristy Rowe, an inspiring child life specialist with Dayton Children’s Hospital, has been named 7 Brew’s April Hero for her unwavering dedication and impact on the hospital and the families she serves.

For 23 years, Rowe has transformed pediatric care by pioneering sensory-friendly initiatives and enhancing child life services. She developed sensory rooms and adaptable patient spaces, ensuring neurodiverse patients receive personalized care. Rowe alsolaunched the STAR programat Dayton Children’s Hospital, enabling 85percentof participants to complete MRIs without sedation—saving families several thousands of dollars and increasing MRI availability by 10.5 hours. Beyond clinical innovations, she provided child life support at COVID-19 vaccine clinics and helped establish “Superhero Day,”honoring a former patient’s legacy.

“Every day, I help patients go from being scared to letting them know they can be scared and brave at the same time,” Rowe said. “I love being a child life specialist and helping prepare, encourage and support my patients by creating a plan that involves our sensory room.”

Throughout April, 7 Brew stands throughout Ohio facilitated Caffeine for a Cause event with donations towards Dayton Children’s Hospital. A total of $9,874 was raised and will go to the continued dedication and hope that Dayton Children’s Hospital brings children and families.

“It is evident that Kristy has made a lasting impact throughout Dayton Children’s Hospital by implementing innovations for children and families with sensory rooms and the STAR Program,” said 7 Brew Heroes director Liz Perez. “Seeing firsthand the bond and commitment Kristy has with her patients shows how much of a hero she is. She continues to cultivate kindness throughout her work, and we are thrilled to celebrate her this month.” 

As the April 7 Brew Hero Award winner, Rowe received $500 and free 7 Brew drinks for one year. At the end of 2025, one monthly 7 Brew Hero will be selected to win the Hero of the Year and will be awarded a grand prize. 7 Brew’s Ohio stands are open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., with hours extended to 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

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About Dayton Children’s Hospital

Dayton Children’s is an independent, freestanding children’s hospital located in Dayton, Ohio. Accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital cares for more than 400,000 children each year across 20 counties in Ohio and eastern Indiana. The hospital has two campuses, Dayton and Springboro, and more than 15 care sites including facilities in Troy, Beavercreek and Kettering.

The hospital has the region’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center and is verified by the American College of Surgeons as a Level 1 Children's Surgery Center. Dayton Children’s is regularly recognized byU.S. News & World Reportfor its world-class orthopedics care and has been voted as the best employer in Ohio by Forbes for two years in a row. Dayton Children’s is home to the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics and together with the United States Air Force shares the nation’s only civilian-military integrated pediatric training program. Dayton Children’s is focused on what matters most to families offering convenient online scheduling for most specialty clinics and care close to home through its five Kids Express locations in Beavercreek, Centerville, Mason, Springboro and West Chester, which provides quick pediatric care for minor injuries and illnesses.

Dayton Children’s mission is the relentless pursuit of optimal health for every child within our reach which can be seen through our Child Advocacy Centers, services found within our Connor Child Health Pavilion and student resiliency coordinators located in morethan 40 schools throughout Dayton. For more children’s health and safety information, visit our website at www.childrensdayton.org.

About 7 Brew 

7 Brew is a rapidly growing coffee brand that is revolutionizing how customers experience drive-thru coffee service and think about their daily energy boost. 7 Brew serves espresso-based coffee, chillers, teas, 7 Energy, sodas, and more, all with an extra boost of kindness from their team.The dream of 7 Brew came alive with the first “stand” in Rogers, Ark., and its seven original coffees. Now, 7 Brew boasts more than 370 stands across the country. For more information, visit www.7brew.com and follow 7 Brew on Instagram(@7brewcoffee), TikTok (@7brewcoffee), Facebook (facebook.com/7brewcoffee) and Twitter (@7BrewCoffee).

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