Recreation and Special Programming

We offer a broad range of patient- and family-focused services, including playrooms, in-hospital school, patient library, and other special programming—all designed to support patients’ emotional well-being, socialization, and developmental growth throughout their hospital stay.

Playrooms

Child Life Playroom Programming is open to patients currently admitted to Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. Siblings must be accompanied by an adult if under the age of 5.

Main Playroom

The Main Playroom is designed for all ages and includes arts and craft activities, developmentally appropriate toys, and an outdoor patio.

Infant/Toddler Playroom

This Infant/Toddler Playroom is for ages 0–3. This playroom has developmentally age-appropriate toys and activities.

The Forever Young Zone: Teen Lounge

The Forever Young Zone: Teen Lounge is designed for patients and their family/visitors 12 and up. The Teen Lounge includes arts and craft activities, video games, and a 3D printer.

5th Floor Main Playroom

The 5th Floor Main Playroom is designed for Hematology/Oncology patients of all ages and their family/visitors. The playroom includes arts and craft activities, developmentally appropriate toys, and games.

The Den

The Den is open for Hematology/Oncology patients ages 12 and up and their families and visitors 12 and up. It includes arts and craft activities, video games, and a 3D printer.