We will do all that we can to help your child return home to familiar surroundings and loved ones.
Discharge Day
On the day of discharge, you will need to remember:
- To be available to pick up your child (discharge time is at 11 a.m.)
- To install a car seat or booster seat in the vehicle you bring to pick up your child if he or she weighs 60 pounds or less. Per California law, we cannot discharge your child to return home without this requirement being met.
Help plan your child's discharge by talking with your child's doctor and nurse about:
- Any problems associated with going home.
- Any special needs for your child at home.
- A list of all phone numbers we might use to reach you.
- The language you prefer for discharge instructions.
- The mode of transportation you will use to take your child home.
- Insurance information for medications provided for your child to use at home.
- Your pharmacy's name and phone number for prescriptions for your child after you return home.
Free Parking
On the day your child is ready to go home, parking is free.
- If your family already has your vehicle parked on site, work with your child’s nurse to obtain a voucher for free parking.
- If you have a family member (aunt, uncle, grandparent, etc.) coming to pick up your child, work proactively with your child’s caregivers to let them know who will be coming. Your child's caregiver can then coordinate parking arrangements on the day of discharge for your family.
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