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Akron Children’s seasonal visitor restriction policy is effective Dec. 11-March 31. During this time, visitors to the inpatient units is limited to those 12 years and older who do not have cold or flu symptoms, and the number of friends and family in a room will be limited to 4. Critical care units may add further restrictions if needed. 

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Restrictions to Protect our Patients, Visitors and Employees

  • No weapons are allowed. Weapons including firearms, knives, and other dangerous items such as illegal drugs are not permitted, even if you have a concealed carry weapon permit. 
  • Perfume and scented products can cause breathing problems and allergic reactions. Please do not wear these products when visiting.
  • Only mylar balloons are permitted in the hospital. We are a latex-free facility.

Seasonal visitor restrictions are in place, and the Burn Institute may have additional restrictions.

Visiting Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Age Restrictions: All visitors must be 18 years old
Restrictions on # of visitors: 4 at bedside during regular visiting hours
Exception: Parents, guardians and significant others: 2 at bedside 24/7



 

 

Other pertinent information regarding visitation:

  • Patients with 4 or more visitors are strongly encouraged to visit in one of the patient/family lounges in the burn center. 
  • End of Life and other visitations needs will be considered case by case

Should you have other questions, please ask a staff member on the unit.

*Refer to Hospital Policy #10229 (Visitation in the Burn Center) for complete policy

Seasonal visitor restrictions are in place, and the PICU may have additional restrictions.

Visiting Hours: 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Age Restrictions: All visitors must be 18 years old
Restrictions on # of visitors: 4 at bedside during regular visiting hours
Exception: Parents, guardians and significant others: 2 at bedside 24/7

 

 

 


Other pertinent information regarding visitation:

  • Family waiting area is open 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
  • No visitors after 7 PM unless EOL or new admission in critical condition

Should you have other questions, please ask a staff member on the unit.

Seasonal visitor restrictions are in place, and the Hematology/Oncology Unit may have additional restrictions.

5600 Hematology/Oncology, 6100 School Age Unit, 6200 Adolescent Unit, 7100 Transitional Care Unit, 7200 Infant Unit, MV

Visiting Hours: 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
  Parents & guardians 2 at bedside 24/7
Age Restrictions: None. Children under 18 must be with an adult and cannot stay overnight
Restrictions on # of visitors: 4 at bedside during regular visiting hours

 

 

 

 

Should you have other questions, please ask a staff member on the unit.

Visiting Hours: Mon - Fri: 5-7 p.m.; Sat/Sun: 3-5 p.m.
Visitor Restrictions: Parents, grandparents and guardians.  Any other visitors must be approved by patient’s physician.
Restrictions on # of visitors:             2






Other pertinent information regarding visitation:
Guest attendants to call floor to notify of visitors.  Siblings are permitted to sit in waiting area near elevators. 

Should you have other questions, please ask a staff member on the unit.

Seasonal visitor restrictions are in place, and the NICUs may have additional restrictions.

Akron Campus/KJP:

Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 7 AM
Age Restrictions: Children under 14 must be siblings.
Restrictions on # of visitors: 4 at bedside at a time                                                                    

 

 

 

  • Parents, legal guardians and other adult visitors are welcome any time.
  • Children may visit. Children under 14 must be siblings, and visit between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
  • Each Family may have no more than 4 people at the bedside at any given time.
  • Please do not visit if you have cold or flu symptoms; you are encouraged to call in for updates on your baby and use NICView cameras.
  • All parents and visitors have the option to wear a mask when in the hospital.

We understand that these restrictions are difficult for families with a baby in the NICU. Please know that these guidelines are in place to keep your baby safe and healthy, as well as you and our hospital staff. Our focus is on the health of your baby and we ask that you join us in that focus.

We are committed to providing the best possible care for your baby.

Mahoning Valley:

Parents and other designated visitors (with wristbands) may enter the unit at any time. Siblings may visit daily, but may not stay overnight.
 

Other pertinent information regarding visitation in Akron and the MV:

Parents/caregivers receive 2 teddy bear wristbands to identify them as the primary caregivers.  Parents/caregivers will receive 4 additional wristbands that they can choose to give to family or close friends. 
 

Summa NICU:

  • Parents, legal guardians and other adult visitors are welcome any time.
  • Children may visit. Children under 14 must be siblings, and visit between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
  • Each Family may have no more than 4 people at the bedside at any given time. 
  • Please do not visit if you have cold or flu symptoms; you are encouraged to call in for updates on your baby.
  • All parents and visitors have the option to wear a mask when in the hospital.

We understand that these restrictions are difficult for families with a baby in the NICU. Please know that these guidelines are in place to keep your baby safe and healthy, as well as you and our hospital staff. Our focus is on the health of your baby, and we ask that you join us in that focus. We are committed to providing the best possible care for your baby.

Wooster Special Care Nursery:

Three primary support people for mother giving birth (same 3 throughout the hospital stay), who may visit 24/7.
Open visitation for postpartum moms 10-11 a.m. and 6-7 p.m., with a limit of 4 people at bedside.
 

Aultman NICU:

Parents and guardians receive a color-coded band and can visit 24/7. Other/additional visitors, 18 years and older, and siblings (no age restriction) may visit 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. 

Should you have other questions, please ask a staff member on the unit.

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