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To that end, we've made sure to have spaces throughout both our campuses where patients who are mobile can play, relax, be creative and socialize. Children who can't be around other kids, due to immunosuppression or monitoring equipment, can still access these rooms by scheduling individual time.\nActivity rooms\n\n Playroom: Here, children can find toys, board games, puzzles, books and craft materials for all ages. Brothers and sisters are welcome. (In San Francisco, they must receive a health clearance sticker from a nurse. In Oakland, visiting siblings must be supervised by a caregiver.) These rooms are staffed by child life specialists and trained volunteers. Children who are unable to leave their rooms may request delivery of toys and books. Playroom hours are posted outside the rooms and listed on our interactive TV channel.\n The San Francisco playroom is on the fifth floor; call (415) 353-1221 for more information. The Oakland playroom is also on the fifth floor; call (510) 428-3396.\n Teen lounge: Because teens need their own place to hang out, we have a designated space for patients and siblings who are 13 or older. They can watch movies, play video games, listen to music, take part in arts and crafts projects, or just chill. Teen patients can check out board games, books and magazines to bring back to their rooms.\n In Oakland, this lounge is also the in-house TV studio. Our child life specialists produce several interactive TV shows here. Patients can access, participate in and create content for these shows from their rooms.\n San Francisco's teen lounge is on the sixth floor. Oakland's is on the fourth floor. Call (510) 428-3599 for more information. \n Outdoor playground: Patients and family members in San Francisco will find this on the fifth floor, across from the playroom. In Oakland, the outdoor playground is in the main hospital's courtyard.\n\nThe San Francisco campus also has the following activity rooms, which patients can access as needed.\n\n BMT activity room: This separate play space for bone marrow transplant patients allows them to leave their rooms, play and socialize safely. It has a windowed wall and phones, so siblings can connect face-to-face with their hospitalized brother or sister without fear of spreading germs.\n ICU playroom: Located near the pediatric intensive care unit, this playroom is for siblings and parents of critical patients. It features muted light, fiber-optic starbursts in the ceiling that look like stars, and low-slung alcoves where families can talk in a protected space.\n Multisensory room: Providing a feast for the senses, this room was designed to help children of varying ages and developmental abilities temporarily escape the medical environment. There's a soft mat and cozy chair under a soothing fiber-optic waterfall, a giant column of swirling bubbles and a 15-rung ladder of lights with changing colors. The rubber flooring is interspersed with brightly colored floor squares that make music or silly sounds when you step on them. Every toy was carefully selected for fun textures, sounds and lights.\n Creative arts studio: In this light-filled space, patients can work with our experts and in support groups to create their own art and music. There's ample space for patients who are hooked up to IVs, are in wheelchairs or simply want a little privacy while they explore their talents. The walls are decorated with works of art created by patients; musical instruments, displayed in nooks on the walls, are available for patients to play.\n Kaleidoscope Studios: In a room equipped with digital technology and a green screen, our child life and media specialists produce interactive games and programs that are broadcast on the Kaleidoscope channel on our closed-circuit TV system. Patients and their families can not only watch but participate in our productions, or they may use the studio to create their own content.\n\nThe Oakland campus also has the 5-South playroom, which is for immunosuppressed patients on the oncology unit. 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We believe there's no better way to promote healing than to provide an atmosphere that encourages them to keep living their lives as much as possible. To that end, we've made sure to have spaces throughout both our campuses where patients who are mobile can play, relax, be creative and socialize. Children who can't be around other kids, due to immunosuppression or monitoring equipment, can still access these rooms by scheduling <a href="/services/individual-playtime-and-instruction">individual time</a>.</p> <h2>Activity rooms</h2> <ul> <li>Playroom: Here, children can find toys, board games, puzzles, books and craft materials for all ages. Brothers and sisters are welcome. (In San Francisco, they must receive a health clearance sticker from a nurse. In Oakland, visiting siblings must be supervised by a caregiver.) These rooms are staffed by child life specialists and trained volunteers. Children who are unable to leave their rooms may request delivery of toys and books. Playroom hours are posted outside the rooms and listed on our interactive TV channel. The San Francisco playroom is on the fifth floor; call (415) 353-1221 for more information. The Oakland playroom is also on the fifth floor; call (510) 428-3396.</li> <li>Teen lounge: Because teens need their own place to hang out, we have a designated space for patients and siblings who are 13 or older. They can watch movies, play video games, listen to music, take part in arts and crafts projects, or just chill. Teen patients can check out board games, books and magazines to bring back to their rooms. In Oakland, this lounge is also the in-house TV studio. Our child life specialists produce several interactive TV shows here. Patients can access, participate in and create content for these shows from their rooms. San Francisco's teen lounge is on the sixth floor. Oakland's is on the fourth floor. Call (510) 428-3599 for more information. </li> <li>Outdoor playground: Patients and family members in San Francisco will find this on the fifth floor, across from the playroom. In Oakland, the outdoor playground is in the main hospital's courtyard.</li> </ul> <p>The San Francisco campus also has the following activity rooms, which patients can access as needed.</p> <ul> <li>BMT activity room: This separate play space for bone marrow transplant patients allows them to leave their rooms, play and socialize safely. It has a windowed wall and phones, so siblings can connect face-to-face with their hospitalized brother or sister without fear of spreading germs.</li> <li>ICU playroom: Located near the pediatric intensive care unit, this playroom is for siblings and parents of critical patients. It features muted light, fiber-optic starbursts in the ceiling that look like stars, and low-slung alcoves where families can talk in a protected space.</li> <li>Multisensory room: Providing a feast for the senses, this room was designed to help children of varying ages and developmental abilities temporarily escape the medical environment. There's a soft mat and cozy chair under a soothing fiber-optic waterfall, a giant column of swirling bubbles and a 15-rung ladder of lights with changing colors. The rubber flooring is interspersed with brightly colored floor squares that make music or silly sounds when you step on them. Every toy was carefully selected for fun textures, sounds and lights.</li> <li>Creative arts studio: In this light-filled space, patients can work with our experts and in support groups to create their own art and music. There's ample space for patients who are hooked up to IVs, are in wheelchairs or simply want a little privacy while they explore their talents. The walls are decorated with works of art created by patients; musical instruments, displayed in nooks on the walls, are available for patients to play.</li> <li>Kaleidoscope Studios: In a room equipped with digital technology and a green screen, our child life and media specialists produce interactive games and programs that are broadcast on the Kaleidoscope channel on our closed-circuit TV system. Patients and their families can not only watch but participate in our productions, or they may use the studio to create their own content.</li> </ul> <p>The Oakland campus also has the 5-South playroom, which is for immunosuppressed patients on the oncology unit. Like the main playroom, it is equipped with toys, board games, puzzles, books and craft materials for all ages. </p> </div> </div> <div class="article-info right-col"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component content container"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="page-content"><div class="component article-cards cards-component col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor"> Your child's hospital stay </h2> <div class="view-all"> </div> </div> <div class="cards"> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay" class="phantom-link" title="Your Stay"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/your-stay-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=042e9fb76ec34794a1635d4a0e860c60&hash=5DA540927510169F75DA5306302159D1" alt="your-stay-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Your Stay </p> <p> We offer valuable information to help you plan for your child's upcoming hospital stay. Find out about food services, family accommodations and more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/admissions-and-discharge" class="phantom-link" title="Admissions & Discharge"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/admissions-and-discharge-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=cdedb32765944671b720eeddfb366bff&hash=69986C9D7C8E7A1F8284C75F64152213" alt="admissions-and-discharge-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Admissions & Discharge </p> <p> To plan for your child's hospital stay, read about admission to and discharge from the hospital, and details to make your child as comfortable as possible. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/contact-a-patient" class="phantom-link" title="Contact a Patient"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/contact-a-patient-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=e668137a3daf4309bdafbe2d6b07f0f7&hash=963C58A533B75FA78205F5F726A42BAD" alt="contact-a-patient-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Contact a Patient </p> <p> You can contact your child or other patients by phone, message or postal mail during their hospital stay. Find out how. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/family-accommodations" class="phantom-link" title="Family Accommodations"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/family-accommodations-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=40ce986497ae469cb132339286a5c56d&hash=5BDC3B0DA0DF0C2967C5203C68165E0C" alt="family-accommodations-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Family Accommodations </p> <p> Most of our patient rooms can accommodate one overnight guest, and we offer many family amenities. Short-term lodging is also available nearby. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/food-services" class="phantom-link" title="Food Services"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/food-services-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=797d4da372bd4a7e8bc077f78a69f459&hash=C1AB3C64AE14E86435A98E10040F2B8A" alt="food-services-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Food Services </p> <p> We offer healthy, convenient options for food and beverages at our cafe's, cafeterias, kiosks and vending machines at our facilities. Learn more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/gift-shops" class="phantom-link" title="Gift Shops"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/gift-shops-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=e047cc667ce7466782dae06c82eeffef&hash=87EC27E9EC507EFECCB76BE987FA0368" alt="gift-shops-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Gift Shops </p> <p> Our gift shops offer a variety of gifts, such as flowers, plants, balloons, toys, books, candy and more, for children and families during a hospital stay. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/hospital-policies" class="phantom-link" title="Hospital Policies"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/hospital-policies-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=baaa39d217144a9e9c3202211f4478fb&hash=E58B9F3F803E7869C11B684852A2C1AF" alt="hospital-policies-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Hospital Policies </p> <p> Our hospital policies cover cell phone use, smoking, safety drills and more. Find the details you need to know before your visit. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/patient-rights-and-responsibilities" class="phantom-link" title="Patient Rights & Responsibilities"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/patient-rights-and-responsibilities-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=f6a2d835d53e411fa3fe67c0d5929907&hash=F18913B24F91068DA5CAADDEC6C95699" alt="patient-rights-and-responsibilities-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Patient Rights & Responsibilities </p> <p> Our list of patient rights and responsibilities describes the partnership of mutual respect between you and your child's care team. Learn more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/patient-rooms" class="phantom-link" title="Patient Rooms"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/patient-rooms-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=c620181ff0f34c0dbe95da4cd078a7da&hash=676B2FF2444DCBFF283947CE05CCA94F" alt="patient-rooms-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Patient Rooms </p> <p> Our patient rooms offer a cheerful, comfortable setting for rest and recovery during your child's stay, with amenities such as TVs, WiFi and sofa sleepers. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/patient-safety-how-you-can-help" class="phantom-link" title="Patient Safety: How You Can Help"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/patient-safety-how-you-can-help-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=433fe3bd237341718d34f2c90ec4ef7a&hash=4EFD460F728526FD063F2FE2653F2D58" alt="patient-safety-how-you-can-help-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Patient Safety: How You Can Help </p> <p> You can help the care team safeguard your child's well-being by asking questions, keeping track of medications and other steps for a safe experience. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/patient-transport-a-parents-guide" class="phantom-link" title="Patient Transport: A Parent's Guide"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/service/hero/transport-service-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=eb5472a6386346e598c8369713f40bfb&hash=109704E512BE765183528E3A76DF77DC" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Patient Transport: A Parent's Guide </p> <p> Our transport service provides high-level care on the way to our hospitals. Find out what to expect and how you can help ensure a smooth transport. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/preparing-kids-for-a-hospital-stay" class="phantom-link" title="Preparing Kids for a Hospital Stay"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/preparing-your-child-for-a-hospital-stay-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=c66759f5dac44084b0a646cb03126012&hash=53A9F2844F761DF8274877EE1B4ADB0D" alt="preparing-your-child-for-a-hospital-stay-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Preparing Kids for a Hospital Stay </p> <p> Preparing your child for a hospital stay or surgery can be challenging. 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Find out more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/your-childs-care-team" class="phantom-link" title="Your Child's Care Team"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/your-childs-care-team-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=6ac88a7d9f344da5b0e63b7484e32cb0&hash=26457401735862F8FCFAED77CBC3833B" alt="your-childs-care-team-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Your Child's Care Team </p> <p> Our doctors, nurses, child life specialists and other providers have special training to care for children. 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