• Home
  • Our Story
  • Resources
    • Exploring ACH
    • Neurosurgery Team
    • Neurosurgery Glossary
    • CP Kids and Families
    • Children's Link
  • Up Coming Events
  • Contact Us

Exploring the Alberta Children's Hospital

Get to Know the Lower Level

Accessible Playground

Access to the playground is easiest from the lower level of the hospital. Exit the hospital through the doors marked with the star, directly to the left of the main elevators.

Dr. Gordon Townsend School

Schooling is provided for in-patients and out-patients based on individual needs.

Get to Know the Main Level

Available Food Services

Good Earth Cafe (1) is open from 6:00am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday; 8:00am to 4:00pm on weekends.


Tim Hortons (3) is located in the cafeteria.

The Cafeteria is open from 6:30 am to 9:00pm Monday to Friday and from 7:30 am to 8:00pm on weekends.


The Mountainview Café is open from 6:00am to 7:00pm.

Red Thread Gift Shop

Located across from Good Earth Cafe. 

Emily's Backyard

A supervised play area for patients and siblings of patients. They are designed for short-term visits, a maximum of 1.5 hours. They are open from 8:30am to 4:0pm Monday to Thursday; 8:30am to 3:00pm on Friday; and closed on the weekends.

It is best to call ahead to ensure available space: (403) 955-2500. You can also email to inquire at eby@albertahealthservices.ca.

Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU)

This is where most surgical patients will be brought after recovery, unless they are admitted directly to unit 3.

Nuerophysiology and Neurosciences Clinics

This is where all pre-op and follow-up appointments will be.

Get to Know the Second Level

Family Resource Centre

It is located on the 2nd floor at the top of the spiral stairs. The space is open 24/7 with staff available to assist you during the day, Monday to Friday. This is a place you can go to find more information, support, and resources for your child and family.

Colonel Harland Sanders Family Centre

The family centre is located on the 2nd floor. The lounge area, kitchen, and games are available for inpatient and outpatient families' use. Inpatient families can also access laundry services. There are 5 sleeping rooms available for out-of-town parents. For more information about these spaces, contact the Family and Community Resource Centre at 

(403) 955-3272. 

Sacred Space and Spirituality Services

The sacred space is located on the 2nd floor. It is a quiet space that can be used for meditation, rest, and prayer. The space can also be reserved for special religious occasions. 


Spiritual Care Providers are available weekdays from 8:30am - 4:30pm, and after hours for emergencies. They can be reached at 403-955-7211.


For more information related to spiritual care and the sacred space, please contact 

403-955-7868 or 403-955-2906.

Get to Know the Third Level

Surgical Services

This is where you will go for surgery. Your child will be admitted through the day surgery unit, then recover in the post-anaesthetic care unit, before being admitted to either unit 3 or the PICU on the main floor.

Unit 3

Unit 3 is the neurology unit, where most surgical patients will remain until discharge.

Get to Know the Fourth Level

Starbucks

There is a Starbucks kiosk on the 4th floor right as you step off the main elevators. The kiosk is open from 7:00am to 2:00pm Monday to Friday and closed on the weekends. It is also closed during the summer.

Nearby Amenities

A young girl is smiling and holding a sign with a drawing of a house and the words "I love RMH."

Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald house is conveniently located across the street from the hospital. It provides a home away from home for families who have children admitted to the hospital and live more than 45 km away. 

A grocery store display with baskets of various fresh vegetables neatly arranged on shelves.

Save-On-Foods

Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House

Located 500m away in the University District, the grocery store is open daily from 7:00am to 10:00pm.

Image of the Starbuck logo

Starbucks

Ronald McDonald House

Starbucks

A full-service Starbucks is available inside the Save-On-Foods and is open daily until 7:00pm.

Alt Hotel

Overnight Daycare Centre

Starbucks

Located in the University District, this hotel offers nearby accommodations for any friends or family needing to be close to the hospital.

Overnight Daycare Centre

Overnight Daycare Centre

Overnight Daycare Centre

Our goal is to continue to expand our services and reach even more individuals in our community who need support for their mental health and well-being.

Daycare Information

Shouldice Park

Overnight Daycare Centre

Overnight Daycare Centre

Located less than 10 minutes away just off 16th Ave, Shouldice Park has an outdoor accessible playground, tennis court, basketball court, soccer fields, baseball fields, and picnic areas. There is also an aquatic centre and arena for indoor swimming and skating.

University District Business Directory

View the directory below for a complete list of the vast businesses available in the University District.

Business Directory

Calgary Pediatric Neurosurgery Association

Copyright © 2024 Calgary Pediatric Neurosurgery Association - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by GoDaddy

This website uses cookies.

We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.

Accept