Children's Hospital Colorado

Visitor Guidelines

We know how important it is to spend time with your loved one while they’re in the hospital. We welcome and encourage visits that provide comfort and support during their stay. To help create a safe, comfortable environment for patients, families and team members, visitors must follow these guidelines.

Exceptions for all visits

Any patient or visitor with disabilities (defined as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, a person who has a history or record of such an impairment, or a person who is perceived by others as having such an impairment) who requires help with the provision of medical or behavioral health care, activities of daily living, speaking for the patient or keeping the patient safe, may have a designated assistance person.

Patient visitor reminders

  • All patients and visitors must pass a health screen to visit.  
  • Do not visit if you're sick or have cold/flu symptoms. In some cases, ill or exposed visitors may be asked to leave.
  • Eligible visitors with respiratory illness symptoms or recent illness exposure should wear a hospital-provided mask.
  • Carry personal IDs with you as they will be checked against the caregiver list and you will be provided with an ID sticker to visit.  
  • The information desk can assist with directions.
  • Do not leave children unattended in public hospital areas.

Service animals and other policies

We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming environment for patients, families and visitors. Service animals are welcome in accordance with our service animal policy. You can also review our other hospital policies and procedures, including privacy practices and visitor expectations, on our policies and procedures page.