Families Come First at Shriners Children’s Northern California
Along with exceptional care for your child, we'll take good care of you, too. Be sure to take advantage of our amenities and services.
Free Transportation
Your trip to the hospital is easy with transportation to and from the Sacramento International Airport, the Sacramento Greyhound Station and the Sacramento Amtrak Train Station. Learn more.
Complimentary Interpretation Services
Our caring interpreters allow you to understand all aspects of your child’s care and help your child feel more comfortable. Call 916-453-2191 to learn more about the no-cost interpreter services at Shriners Children's Northern California.
You can also view information about interpreter services throughout the Shriners Children's healthcare system.
Overnight Accommodations
You can reassure and comfort your child by remaining close. A number of local overnight options are listed below. If you need more information, please contact our transportation and lodging coordinator at 916-453-2095.
Contact each location directly with questions related to pricing.
Guest houses for families receiving medical care, with a referral from Shriners Children's Northern California
Kiwanis Family House
916-736-0116
2875 50th St.
Sacramento, CA
Ronald McDonald House
916-734-4230
2555 49th St.
Sacramento, CA
Hotels offering a discount with a referral from Shriners Children's Northern California
Ramada Inn
916-371- 2100
1250 Halyard Dr.
West Sacramento, CA
Includes breakfast and complimentary shuttle to the hospital
Days Inn & Suites
916-363-3344
3240 Mather Field
Rancho Cordova, CA
Includes breakfast
Hotels offering a "Shriners Rate" discount
Ask about the discount on the available room rate on the date of your stay. Please bring verification of your appointment.
Courtyard by Marriott Sacramento Midtown
916-455-6800
4422 Y St.
Sacramento, CA
Med Park Inn & Suites
916-455-4000
2356 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA
Includes complimentary continental breakfast
Learn more about overnight and extended stay accommodations within the Shriners Children's healthcare system.
Hospital Café
The Hospital Café is located on the second floor and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. Learn more about our food options.
ATM
You will find an ATM next to the café on the second floor.
Internet Access
You can access the internet through the Patient and Family Access Network (PFA). Just ask a staff member how to login in from your phone or personal computer.
Library Services
Schedule time to enjoy the hospital library for access to books and other materials. Simply contact your care manager for details.
Activities for Parents
With our family-centered approach, we organize activities specifically for parents, such as relaxation and support groups. Ask your care manager for details.
24-Hour Security
Our security team provides on-site service 24 hours a day. The security staff will escort you to the parking garage upon request. If you have safety concerns or would like a security escort, please call the security guard at ext. 3000, or visit the main desk in the hospital lobby.
Free Parking
Our parking garage is located behind the hospital and is monitored by our security team 24 hours a day.
Medical Transport for Your Child
If your child is being admitted to Shriners Children’s Northern California, your doctor will select the best method of transport, which can include:
- Local ambulance service arranged by your child’s doctor.
- Airplane service using an air medical transport team.
- Commercial air or rail transportation for stable patients who are traveling from outside of the state or country.
For important information about what you can do before and after transport, read "Your Guide to Medical Transport" below.
Your Guide to Medical Transport
Here are a few things you can do/keep in mind to help your child's transportation go smoothly.
- Remain at your home hospital until the transport team arrives, so you can fill out the necessary consent forms.
- Being separated from your child when they aren't well can be very stressful. Due to space limitations in transport vehicles (whether a regular ambulance or an aircraft) you may not be able to accompany the team during transport.
- You may follow in your personal vehicle but please don’t follow the ambulance closely. Keep a distance of at least 300 feet to avoid a hazardous situation for you and your child.
- Ask the social workers or discharge planners at your home hospital for assistance if you would like to arrange your transportation to Shriners Children’s Northern California. If you will be driving yourself, here are directions to the hospital.
- Our pediatric social workers can provide counseling during this difficult time along with assistance with lodging and other issues. For help, just ask to speak with a social worker after arriving at the hospital.
- Upon their arrival, your child will be admitted. The hospital's main number is 916-453-2000.
We’re always here for our patients, regardless of a family's ability to pay or insurance status.
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