Playspaces

We CREATE Positive Memories

Playspaces enrich the patient experience by offering an opportunity to normalize the hospital environment through recreational activities, encouraging socialization and engaging in guided or free play in a safe environment.

child life specialists engaging in an activity with patients.
child life specialists engaging in an activity with patients.

Philosophy of Playspaces for Hospitalized Children

Playspaces are a child's haven. It is the one aspect of a child’s hospitalization wherein he/she has some control of the hospital. A child can decide to come to the playroom and participate in special activities, free play, or may choose not to come at all. Play spaces allow children to have an opportunity to socialize with children that may share similar experiences.

Playspaces are equally important to siblings, as well as the hospitalized child. Dedicated spaces for recreational play and guided activities offer parents and caregivers peace of mind to focus on the needs of the hospitalized child.

Playspaces

There are over 10 playspaces in the hospital to provide patients opportunities for play and respite. Children and their families are welcome to explore a variety of recreational activities.

  • Arts & Crafts
  • Pretend Play
  • Reading

Hours of operation vary by Playspace.

Michael Fux Family Center

The Michael Fux Family Center (MFFC) is exclusively dedicated for the entertainment of all of our patients, families and visitors. It is our way of making you feel more at home! The center offers a wide range of services and conveniences.

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Panda Cares Center of Hope 

The Panda Cares Center of Hope, located in the Main Lobby of the Advanced Pediatric Care Pavilion (APCP), this space is exclusively dedicated for recreational engagement of our patients, families and their visitors.

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Seacrest Studio 

South Florida's first and the nation’s only bilingual Seacrest Studio will provide a creative outlet for patients and their families to explore the world of content creation and media. 

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