SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

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Does the hospital have somewhere I can eat?

Offering casual dining, in a comfortable atmosphere, with special serving stations for every taste, the Café @ Glennon is located on the first floor of the main tower and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Cash, credit and debit (Visa and MasterCard) are accepted for payment.

Café @ Glennon Hours

Monday through Friday
Breakfast: 6:15 am - 10 am
Lunch: 10:45 am - 2 pm
Dinner: 4 pm - 7:30 pm

Saturday, Sunday and Holidays
Breakfast: 8 am - 10 am
Lunch: 10:45 am - 2 pm
Dinner: 4 pm - 7 pm

Does the hospital have a coffee shop?

The coffee shop is located on the ground floor by the main entrance to the hospital and serves specialty coffees, teas, fruit smoothies, simply-to-go salads, sandwiches, fresh baked pastries and cookies. Cash, credit, and debit cards (Visa and MasterCard) are accepted for payment.

Starbucks at Cardinal Glennon Hours

Monday through Friday
6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Where are the vending machines located?

Vending machines are located on the first floor in the main tower of the hospital. Machines offers a variety of snack items. Vending is available 24 hours, seven days a week.

Are there restaurants located close to the hospital?

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital is nestled on Grand Avenue in the Midtown neighborhood, making many of the city's wonderful restaurants a short drive away.

Our gift shop is located in the atrium, just inside the main entrance. The shop offers a wide selection of gifts, toys, snacks, books and necessities that you may have forgotten.

Gift Shop Hours

Monday through Thursday: 8 am - 4 pm
Friday: 7 am - 3 pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Flowers and non-latex balloons can be sent to individual rooms. Order directly through a flower vendor in the St. Louis area and include the room number.

What kind of spiritual support is offered at the hospital?

Spiritual support for patients and their families is available throughout the duration of your hospital stay. Our chapel is open 24 hours and is in the Main Tower on the first floor. All are welcome.

Hospital chaplains may visit patients upon request. You may ask your doctor or nurse to contact us, ask the hospital operator to contact a chaplain or call our office directly at 314-268-2700, ext. 1168. You can also dial 1168 from any hospital phone.

Mass is held at 11:30 AM Monday through Friday and at 9:00 AM on Sunday.

How Can a Chaplain Help?

• Listening to your story
• Helping you identify spiritual needs and issues
• Praying with you or for you
• Offering prayer, scripture, sacraments, worship services
• Assisting with ethical decisions
• Helping in contacting your pastor, minister, rabbi or imam
• Assisting as you explore your own beliefs, coping mechanisms and support systems
• Helping you maintain your spiritual strength while here
• Offering support as you make a loving decision for your child

Are there places close to the hospital for me to worship?

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital is pleased to offer patients’ family members many lodging options while their family member is hospitalized. SSM Health Cardinal Glennon has partnered with many area hotels to provide a discounted rate for our patients’ families.

For assistance with locating lodging options while you are in St. Louis, please see the list of suggested hotels within a 15-mile radius of the hospital:

Get driving directions to SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital.

From I-55 via I-44 westbound:
Take the Grand Blvd./Louisiana Ave. exit (#288). Turn left at the stop sign onto Lafayette. Go one block to Grand and turn right. Once on Grand, get into the left lane. Turn left on Park Ave. and take the first right into the parking lot.

From I-44 eastbound:
Take the Grand Blvd. exit (#288). Turn left at the light onto Grand. Continue north on Grand for three blocks to Park Ave. Turn left on Park and take the first right into the parking lot.

From US-40/I-64 westbound:
Take the Forest Park Ave. exit (#38A) towards Grand Blvd. Follow the signs for Grand Blvd. Turn left onto Grand Blvd. Turn right onto Park Ave. and take the first right into the main driveway.

From US-40/I-64 eastbound:
Take the Grand Blvd. exit (#37B). Turn left onto Grand Blvd. Turn right onto Park Ave. and take the first right into the main driveway.

After turning into the main driveway, accessible parking for children and families in wheelchairs, or with other special needs, is located to the right. Accessible parking is free.

Download our campus map to help navigate the hospital or stop by our information center when you first enter the main tower.

Where is visitor parking located?

Once you turn into the main driveway, parking for visitors is located in and around the parking garage to your left. Visitor parking is free with security on site 24/7.

Are there specific spots for emergency room parking?

Typically, spots closest to the main building are left open for families of children in the Emergency Room.

Do you have accessible parking?

After turning into the main driveway, accessible parking for children and families in wheelchairs or with other special needs is located to the right.

Where can I pick up or drop off?

The circle drive is reserved for those picking up and dropping off patients and families. Please do not leave your vehicle unattended in the circle drive.

Public transit options are available in this area.

Visit metrostlouis.org for maps and schedules. View the Grand Station schedule and check out the available bus routes.

• 2 adult visitors allowed at the bedside.
• Siblings are allowed to visit when accompanied by an adult.
  • No sibling visitors after 8 pm
• Overnight visitors must be at least 18 years old.

• 2 adult visitors allowed at the bedside.
• Sibling visitors require approval from a department leader.
  • Approved sibling visitors must always be accompanied by a responsible adult.
  • No sibling visitors after 8 pm.

• 2 adult visitors allowed at the bedside.
• Sibling visitors require approval from the department leader.
  • Approved sibling visitors must always be accompanied by a responsible adult.
  • No sibling visitors after 8 pm.
•  Visitors are allowed access to the main hospital to visit the Café as needed.

• 2 adult visitors allowed at the bedside. 
• Sibling visitors are allowed in waiting areas but not at the bedside to ensure safety and avoid overcrowding.

• 2 individuals may accompany the patient to their visit (does not include home health provider).
  • No sibling visitors after 8 pm
• Additional sibling/adult visitors require approval from the department leader.
  • Approved sibling visitors are required to always be accompanied by a responsible adult.