The hospital is staffed and equipped to address the entire spectrum of children's health-care needs, from the sudden crisis of accidental injury or the onset of serious disease to the ongoing struggle with chronic illness or disability. More Than A Hospital Packard Children's Hospital understands that the best place for children is at home with their families, so many of our programs give children the care they need in ways designed to avoid staying overnight in the hospital. Day Hospital a special eight-bed unit where children can have surgical procedures or treatments without having to spend the night. Children's Home Pharmacy a mobile program that makes it possible for children to receive specialized treatments in their own homes, reducing the need for longer hospital stays. A Partner for Parents Parents can turn to Packard Children's Hospital for support in every aspect of their children's health and well-being.
Pediatric nurses provide information about children's health, development, behavior and safety.
They tell parents about special resources for kids, and match families with pediatricians or family practitioners in their communities. KidCall a support service for children home by themselves after school. Phone line volunteers offer a safe and friendly way to ease fears and loneliness, help with homework and provide practical information. Teenage Health Resource Line a teleservice designed for teens to call and receive confidential health information from a nurse. Nurse Triage and Advice evening, weekend and holiday service for patients of participating physicians.