I think this is a real problem at many such facilities, not just children’s hospitals but all hospitals. As a nurse working in a San Francisco county hospital for the past twenty years, parking for staff has always been a problem. I waited nearly ten years on a list to get campus parking ( at $75/month ). Street parking in the area was always risky and we, inevitably, had our cars robbed and, many times, staff were attacked. Many of our clients are indigent poor and must use public transportation if city provided vans are not available. In major cities, parking is always a problem. If there are lots attached to the hospital, it is imperative that their fees, for the public, remain reasonable so that those with limited incomes can afford to park. Valet service should be available for situations where a parent must bring a sick child for services or where someone is debilitated or cannot walk and needs to be dropped at the door. Often, we do not have relatives or friends who can accompany us for medical visits or treatment. One solution would be to issue special vouchers to those who are coming for repeated treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy or to schedule those people at a time of day where there is better parking available — if that fits with the patient’s schedule. It is a difficult problem and needs to be addressed with input from patients and their families and not just by health care providers. Category:Home › Autos • Will the trend toward economy-size car models lead Americans back to buying smaller-sized cars? — part 2 • You should never use after-market auto parts when maintaining or fixing your car • Should a new car be rust-proofed? • Will the trend toward economy-size car models lead Americans back to buying smaller-sized cars? — part 1 • Five safest cars in North America • How to ensure your teen drives safely after getting a license • Pros and cons of using an hydrogen generator for your car • DIY automotive maintenance: How to change the oil
