Question: Are there accomodations in the area near the hospital? Answer:Yes. There are many hotels and motels located
throughout the Daytona Beach area. Most are located beachside on A1A within a four to six mile radius and there are several close by on International Speedway Boulevard, near I-95 and the Daytona
Beach International Airport. For information you can contact the Daytona Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau at 1-800-854-1234. Click on the "Favorite Links" category button to go to their web site.
Question: How do I locate the information desk, the gift shop, snack shop, Foglifter Cafe and the cafeteria? Answer:
The Information Desk and the Gift Shop are located in the main lobby, just inside the front entrance, on Clyde Morris Blvd. The Cafeteria is located on the ground floor and is currentlyfor team members and visitors from 6:30 am to 6:30 p.m. and 2:00 to 4:00 a.m. Use the "A" or "B" elevators.
The Snack Shop is24 hours a day and is also located on the ground floor, use the "D" elevator.
The Foglifter Café, a coffee kiosk, is located just inside the Snack Shop and
isMondays from 7a.m. through Fridays at 8 p.m. and is closed Saturdays and Sundays.
Question: What are visiting hours and where do I park? Answer: At Halifax Medical Center we know how
important it can be for our patients to have the love and support of their family members while they are in the
hospital. In general, visiting hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., however, hours and restrictions vary depending on where the patient is staying and the type of care he or she is receiving. Please check with the nursing staff for specific information. You may inquire about a patient's room number and condition by dialing 386-254-4145. Parking is available in designated areas in front of the hospital and hospital courtesy carts provide daily transporation Monday through Friday from the parking lots to the front door.
Question: What can family members do if they can't find or afford overnight accomodations? Answer:
The Halifax Stay-Close Family Quarters offer a limited number of overnight accomodations within Halifax Medical Center to those who need to be close to a Halifax Medical Center patient. These motel-like rooms are available on a first come, first serve basis. For information on the Halifax Stay-Close Family Quarters check with the nursing staff. Information is also available by calling Volunteer Services, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 386-254-4036. After 4:30 p.m. or on weekends call the Nursing Office at 386-254-4006.
Question: Can I send flowers to a patient at Halifax Medical Center? Answer: Yes. Here are some tips:
Check with an immediate family member or family spokesperson to find out if the patient welcomes flowers, and when it is appropriate to send them.
If the patient is undergoing a procedure, is in surgery and/or recovery, or is admitted to one of the intensive care units for example, they will not be able to receive flowers.
Ask the family if they know how long the patient is expected to stay in the hospital. If there is a chance the patient could be released shortly, it might be more appropriate to have the flowers delivered
to where the patient resides.
Provide the florist with the correct spelling of the patient’s full name.
Want to be extra considerate? Ask the florist to limit the quantity of very fragrant blooms in the bouquet. A very strong floral scent, especially in close quarters, can sometimes be overwhelming for
someone who is not feeling his or her best.
Question: Why can’t I get a patient’s room number over the phone? Answer: For security reasons we will not provide a patient’s room number to anyone over the phone.
However, when provided with a complete patient name, we can confirm whether or not a person is listed in the patient directory at the time of the call. In light of the general tightening of security procedures in the aftermath of 9/11, and in keeping with our implementation of Homeland Security recommendations for major hospitals, we will continue to implement visitor control at Halifax Medical Center. While we will try to assure any inconveniences due to these efforts are minimal, we believe that the safety of our patients and care teams more than makes them worthwhile.
