Hospital's sponsored space brews concern

Dunkin' Donuts-sponsored family lounge at children's hospital - complete with free coffee - may be sending mixed signals, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website


The Dunkin’ Donuts-sponsored family lounge at children's hospital — complete with free coffee — may be sending mixed signals, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. It’s always a challenge to weigh the value of much-needed donations versus the implications of the connection with the source of those donations, the article said.

Read the article.

 

 



August 11, 2014


Topic Area: Maintenance and Operations


Recent Posts

Safety Features Senior Living Communities Prioritize

Families want their loved one to be in a safe facility, leading designers to prioritize more safety features.


University of Miami Health System Ensnared in Data Breach

An employee had gained unauthorized access to over 2,000 patient records.


MEP Engineering to Address Children's Hospitals' Unique Needs

Designers need to create functional and comforting environments that enhance the experience for children and their families.


Windsor Regional Hospital Selects EllisDon for Hospital Project

Groundbreaking is anticipated to happen in early 2026.


Aspirus Breaks Ground on New Chippewa Falls Hospital and Clinic

The estimated completion date of the facility is September 2026.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.