Family Spaces

We provide many spaces for children and families to relax and play, whether they are staying in the hospital or visiting for the day.

Spaces in the Pediatric and Adolescent Inpatient Unit

These spaces in the Pediatric and Adolescent Inpatient Unit are for pediatric inpatients and their families and visitors only:

  • Family lounge: The family lounge is for inpatients but also serves as a waiting area for the PainFree Program. This lounge is located just beyond the double doors to the Pediatric/Adolescent Unit. It is never closed. In the lounge you'll find a washing machine and dryer for inpatient families to use while staying. It is also has couches and a table for meeting with family members.
  • The playroom: The playroom is a place for all patients. It has toys and materials for children of all ages and stages. There are board games, books, arts and crafts materials, and dramatic play toys. Kids can play in the playroom if they are not on any precautions. They can also take toys from the playroom into their own room. The playroom requires parent/guardian supervision at all times. The playroom is designed to be safe and therapeutic place for children. We have asked our staff to keep in mind that medical conversations and exams happen best in the patient’s room, not in the playroom.

Space for all families

These spaces are open to all families who are visiting us:

  • Molly's Place Family Resource Center: Located on Level 6 of the Faulkner Building, the Family Resource Center is is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. The Family Resource Center welcomes children and parents to enjoy its play areas, books, internet access, a lending library, and friendly staff. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. The Family Resource Center also provides coffee hours on the Pediatric and Adolescent Inpatient Unit.
  • Outdoor playground: Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH, has an outdoor playground close to the cafeteria on Level 2. This is a welcome resource for siblings and children able to go out for a walk in good weather.
  • Indoor and outdoor walking paths: When you are at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, you can take walks within the building on the different levels. The grounds of Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center include two outdoor walking paths. Please refer to the Art, Music, and Walking Paths page for more information and maps.