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Family Advisory Council
The Family Advisory Council is a group of 30 parents, hospital staff, and faculty who work together as equal partners to make the hospital a better place for children and families. Click on our Impact Statement to learn more about us. The goals of the Family Advisory Council are to:
Promote Family-Centered Care
Family-centered care is an approach to health care that respects the central role the family plays in caring for a sick child, both in and out of the hospital setting. Doctors, nurses, hospital administrators, and families all collaborate in an environment of trust and respect.
Helping Families
The hospital can be an intimidating place for all families. The Family Advisory Council works with the hospital to ensure that families get all the information they need so that they can care for their children with confidence.
How You Can Join the Family Advisory Council
If you are a parent or family member, you are eligible to join the Family Advisory Council if:
- your child has received care at the hospital
- you believe in our goals
- you want to make the hospital the best it can be
If you are a staff member or faculty member, you are eligible to join the Family Advisory Council if:
- you want to better understand the parents' perspective in the delivery of care
- you want to request a parent join a particular project
To join the Family Advisory Council or if you are a returning member, download the appropriate membership application from the right-hand column and mail to the address below.
Contact
Membership and Placement CoordinatorFamily Advisory Council
NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital
3959 Broadway
CHS-117
New York, NY 10032
Phone: (212) 305-0709
Email: familyadvisorycouncil@nyp.org
Parent Placement Program
For Parents
The Parent Placement Program of the Family Advisory Council matches the interests of parents or family members with volunteer opportunities within the Hospital. These opportunities range from participation in surveys to a one-year hospital committee appointment.
If you are interested in participating, please complete the Parent Placement application and email to: familyadvisorycouncil@nyp.org or mail to the address in the contact information box above.
Parent Placement Application
For Hospital Staff
Parents and family members can provide invaluable insight, information and guidance to enhance the experience of hospitalized children and their families. This can be accomplished through participation on hospital committees, in focus groups, through participation in surveys, or involvement with events or meetings.
If you have a placement opportunity for a parent or family member, please complete the Parent Placement request form email to: familyadvisorycouncil@nyp.org or mail to the address in the contact information box above.
Parent Placement Request Form
Tips for Parents by Parents
These tips sheets have been prepared by parents for parents to help in caring for a hospitalized child. Print them out and carry them with you as important reminders and useful tools. Remember, parents are key members of their child's healthcare team.
