Visitor Information
In order to maintain our patients’ security, safety and comfort, we ask all visitors to:
- obtain a visitor’s pass at the Information Desk, with a limit of two visitors at any one time. Visitor passes are valid only for the date and area displayed and must be worn at all times while inside the hospital. Please return your visitor’s pass to the Information Desk when leaving the facility.
- check with the patient’s nurse for special restrictions.
- keep noise to a minimum, to avoid disrupting other patients.
- limit visiting to the patient’s room.
- refrain from smoking anywhere in the hospital. It is a violation of the Smoke-free Illinois Act.
Visiting Hours
General visiting hours for Kindred Hospital Sycamore are daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Please limit the number of visitors to no more than two at a time in the patient room. All other visitors must wait in the main lobby until other visitors leave. Visitors may be asked to wait outside the patient’s room while care is being provided.
Visiting the High Acuity Unit (HAU)
Visitors to the HAU are asked to keep visits to 15 minutes, in order to allow adequate rest for patients.
Visiting with Children
Children under the age of 12 are not permitted on the units, however they are welcome to wait in common or family waiting areas. Children must be supervised at all times in order to ensure their safety and the safety of our patients.
Infection Control
We ask that all visitors observe general hygiene practices when entering and leaving patient rooms. This includes disinfecting hands using the sanitizer dispensers conveniently placed around the hospital.
For visitors of patients who are under special infection-control precautions or isolation, please read the isolation signs, check with the patient’s nurse, and make sure you understand and cooperate with the required precautions.
Please refrain from visiting if you have a cough, runny nose and/or congestion, sore throat, body aches, unusual weakness or tiredness, fever, rash, open sores, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or exposure to any communicable diseases such as chicken pox, measles or mumps.
Cafeteria
The hospital cafeteria is located on the main floor and is available to all visitors. Lunch is available from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vending machines and complimentary beverages are also available in the cafeteria throughout the day.
Parking/Security
Visitor parking is provided in designated areas of the hospital lot. Spaces for handicapped parking also are available. While we strive to keep all areas of the hospital secure, we are not responsible for vehicle damage, fire or theft while parked in the hospital lot.
Family Concerns
Family members are welcome to request a biweekly patient conferences with clinical staff in order to discuss a loved one’s current condition, progress and to answer questions. To schedule a conference time, contact Case Management at ext. 4416.
Post-Hospital Care
If your doctor has determined that your loved one no longer needs the specialized services of our hospital but still requires medical care, you may be discharged to a skilled nursing facility, a rehabilitation center or to home care. Our discharge planner is happy to help arrange for the services you may need after leaving Kindred Hospital Sycamore.
Local Accommodations
Hospitality House
The Pay It Forward House - 0.04 miles
719 Somonauk Street
Sycamore, IL
815-762-4882
Hotels
Stratford Inn - 0.44 miles
355 W State St
Sycamore, IL
815-895-6789
Country Inn & Suites - 1.06 miles
1450 Peace Rd
Sycamore, IL
815-895-8686
Comfort Inn - 1.77 miles
1475 South Peace Road
Sycamore, IL
815-895-4979
Americas Best Value Inn - 1.79 miles
1860 Dekalb Ave
Sycamore, IL
815-899-6500
Restaurants
Subway - 0.31 miles
441 W High St # 2
Sycamore, IL
815-895-2638
Nat's On Maple - 0.43 miles
112 S Maple St
Sycamore, IL
815-895-4243
Carls Fargo Restaurant (at the Stratford Inn)- 0.44 miles
355 W State St
Sycamore, IL
815-895-8031
Taxco Restaurant - 0.44 miles
223 W State St
Sycamore, IL
815-895-2545
Villa Verone - 0.44 miles
219 W State St
Sycamore, IL
815-895-9400
P J's Courthouse Tavern-Grille - 0.44 miles away
202 W State St
Sycamore, IL
815-895-9253
Tommy O's Family Restaurant - 0.46 miles
107 S Sacramento St
Sycamore, IL
815-895-9326
World Famous Pizza - 0.47 miles
124 E State St
Sycamore, IL
815-895-5074
Ren's Chinese Restaurant - 0.53 miles
310 E State St # 10
Sycamore, IL
815-899-8883
Wendy's - 0.59 miles
439 E State Street
Sycamore, IL
815-895-4855
Jimmy John's - 0.78 miles
1170 Dekalb Ave # 106
Sycamore, IL
815-895-1920
Dunkin' Donuts - 1.77 miles
1840 Dekalb Ave
Sycamore, IL
815-899-8500
Starbucks - 2.47 miles
2577 Sycamore Rd
Dekalb, IL
815-756-2971