Inpatient Family Guide
Your Inpatient Stay at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
A Guide for Families
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital has been caring for kids for many years. We know that children—and parents—can be worried, sad or even angry about being sick or needing to stay in the Hospital. It’s a little easier when you know what to expect and understand what’s going on around you. We hope this guide will be a handy source of information about how our Hospital works. If you have questions or need assistance, don't be afraid to ask. We are here to help. See the list below for the contents of the Inpatient Family Guide or download it now (PDF).
Inpatient Stay Guide Table of Contents
Welcome
Safety, Privacy, Social Media
- Privacy and Social Media Guidelines
- Some Safety Tips
- Hand Hygiene
- Everyday Safety
- Emergency Procedures
- Call Security for a Ride
- More About Safety
The Basics
- Family-Centered Care
- Family Presence
- Visiting Policy & Hours
- An Important Word About Our Patient Directory
- Badges
- Cafeteria, Dining Room
- Meals for Patients, Room Service
- Guest Trays
- Coffee
- If Your Patient is “NPO”
- Gift Shop
- Retail Pharmacy
- Parking
- After-Hours Entrance to the Hospital
- Ronald McDonald House
- Your Guide to Patient Care Units
- Phones
- Computers & Wi-Fi
- U.S. Mail
- ATM/Banking
- Smoke-free Campus
- No Fragrances, Flowers, or Latex Balloons
Your Room & Other Special Places
- TV & GetWellNetwork
- Playrooms
- Children’s Auditorium
- Rooftop Terrace
- Family Resource Center Library
- Family Lounges
- Chapel & Reflection Garden
Your Healthcare Team
Advice for Families—From Families
Support for Patients and Families
- Patient & Family Care Coordination
- Integrated Care Management
- Child Life Department
- Music Therapy
- Patient Academic Services
- Patient Experience Navigators
- Spiritual Care
- Interpreter Services
- Support for Breastfeeding Mothers