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Clip art of a man bowing to assist someone. Deli cases in the cafeteria.
Photo of jars holding pickled vegetables in front of deli cases. Photo of the chapel on the 14th floor of the Clinical Center.
View of the Childrens Inn lobby showing the staircase and lounge area. Photo of the outside view of the Childrens Inn.
Barber pole outside the beautyand barber shop on the lower floor. Gazebo on the grounds outside of the cafeteria of the Clinical Center.
Map of the NIH parking lots. Patient library on the 14th floor where patients may borrow books while here.
Children in white karate outfits taking a karate class. Tai Chi is available through Recreation Therapy. Child sitting petting a puppy next to her during pet therapy at the Clinical Center.
Line drawing of a child reading in school. Teacher and child pointing to a globe during tutoring available at the Clinical Center.
Drawing of a wheelchair. Wheelchairs are available throughout the Clinical Center.
 
Services at the Clinical Center

Amenities /  Cafeterias /  Chaplains /  Children's Inn /  Parking /  Recreation Therapy /  Social Services /  Tutoring /  Wheelchairs


 

Please see our Patient Handbook for further information.

Amenities.  Other facilities available for your convenience include vending machines/snack bar, gift shop, barber and beauty shop, bank, laundry, coffee shop and ATM machine. The NIH campus has many grassy areas, several outside tables to relax and eat at, a gazebo, and small flower gardens.

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Cafeterias.  An Atrium Cafe with Cyber Lounge is open from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Two cafeterias are available for patients and family members: the second floor cafeteria is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  Another larger cafeteria is located on the B1 level and is open from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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Chaplains.  The Department of Spiritual Ministry supports your spiritual needs. Chaplains of all religious faiths are available for personal visits with you and your loved ones.

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Children's Inn.  The Children's Inn is a family-centered residence servicing pediatric patients and their families who travel here for treatment. For information about the Inn and use of it please see the patient handbook. Also visit the Children's Inn web site.

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Parking.  Complimentary valet parking is now available to make your parking needs streamlined. Please see the Parking page for more details. There is a great deal of construction on the NIH campus. Our local transportation system is called 'Metrorail' and includes an extensive bus system as well as a rail system around the area.Please see the NIH campus map and visitor parkingfor updated parking information and maps. Security limits access to the campus and to certain areas. The Campus Access Map will detail which entrances are available to the public.

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Recreation.  Recreation Therapy provides activities, library services, in-hospital entertainment and educational television. Programs include arts and crafts, music, drama, adapted sports, social events and core groups. Pet Therapy is available periodically for those who find enjoyment in animals. Talking books, music cassettes, magazines, and a couple of musical instruments are available for loan from the library. The library also has a computer with internet access. Activities include the Art of Relaxation, Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation Instruction and Healthy Cooking. There are table and board games, bingo, community outings and a playroom for young patients and visitors. Further information about recreation services can be found in the patient handbook.

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Social Services.  A social worker is available to assist patients and their families as needed. Services they assist with are covered in the social services section of the patient handbook. You can also explore their social services web page.

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Tutoring.  Tutoring in your child's room or at the NIH school is available on a limited basis for those with extended stays or special needs. Please advise us in advance of any special needs your child may have. For more information please see the NIH Children's School section of the patient's handbook.

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Wheelchairs.  Standard wheelchairs are provided but you should bring specially constructed mechanical appliances with you.



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