ACT Mission and Goals

	To give pediatric patients the opportunity to provide suggestions in an effort to strengthen pediatric services in the hospital
	To participate in community service projects
	To improve the hospital atmosphere and quality of care for patients and their families
	To act as a "voice" for current pediatric patients

ACT Members’ Selection Process and Stats

	ACT members are nominated by hospital staff or personally express interest
	Members must be previous or current patients between the ages of 13-17
	Members must be willing to participate in, and contribute to, meetings and special events
	Members must commit to ACT for a minimum of one year
	Applications/Brochures are available-please stop by the 7th floor or email us at ACT@hmc.psu.edu for more information

What We’re Working on Now

Promoting ACT through hospital related media events (CMN Radiothon, CMN Telethon, public relations posters)

ACT Accomplishments

	Created ACT brochure to educate patients, families, and staff about our council
	Designed ACT logo which we used to create ACT T-shirts
	Created a bulletin board to share information about ACT for staff, patient, and family members
	Participated in community service events
	Redecorated the Teen Lounge
	Donated teen magazines to the Teen Lounge, Emergency Department, and Outpatient Waiting Areas
	Designed location boards for each patient room so patients can let their visitors know where they are
	Mounted hand-painted mailboxes outside of each patient room to be used for Child Life deliveries
	Met with food services to improve menu options for pediatric patients
	Implemented new design for pediatric pajamas
	Created a "Child's Rights" document for pediatric patients

Future Projects

	To develop a questionnaire for feedback from pediatric patients about our hospital's services
	To create a buddy system for newly diagnosed patients to be paired up with a current or previous patient with a similar diagnosis
	To create a quarterly newsletter (“A.C.T.ion”) for pediatric patients, which will include fun activities, such as a word search or crossword puzzle

Why I Became A Member

"I chose to become a member of ACT because it is such a great thing! We are not only trying our best to improve the hospital based on our knowledge, we are also representing the patients, in the way that we listen to their complaints and try to fix them. I live to help others and meet new people. So far I have having a great time in ACT!"

-Whitney, age 13

"I chose to become a member of ACT because I have been a patient at the Children's Hospital many times. I believe that these experiences have given me insight into what pediatric patients are experiencing. I chose to join ACT because I wanted to make conditions for pediatric patients and their families more comfortable."

-Katie, age 14

"I chose to become a member of ACT because I wanted to help make a difference. I want to give useful information to others and make other kids feel safe and comfortable during their hospital stay."

-Emily, age 16

"I chose to become a member of ACT because I feel obligated to give back to the hospital that saved my life. Also, because I am honored to be able to help improve the lives of the patients at the hospital. Being a member of ACT has helped educate me on other departments and areas of the hospital and has given me an even more positive outlook on the community and the wonderful people in it."

 -Katie, age 17

Please share your suggestions with us ACT@hmc.psu.edu

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