During any hospitalization, it’s important to focus on wellness and mental health, so we offer many places to rest and rejuvenate. Patients should check with their care team before leaving the unit.
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
Atrium – Located on the fifth floor of Rhodes Hall, the atrium is a waiting and information area for family members and visitors. Beverage and snack vending machines are available, as is internet access. The Library for Health Information, a resource for trustworthy health information, is also in the atrium.
Chlois G. Ingram Spirit of Women Park – Located across from the SAFEAUTO Garage, Spirit of Women Park features tiles of etched glass that appear to be floating atop a reflecting pool, as well as benches and picnic tables.
Family lounges – Available on all units, these rooms allow you to take a break from being at the bedside while staying close to the nursing unit.
Medical Center Plaza – Located outside the Ross Heart Hospital and Rhodes Hall entrances, the plaza offers seating and a quiet place to eat, read or get fresh air.
Phyllis A. Jones Legacy Park – Located in front of The James across 10th Avenue, the park was designed to evoke the Oval from the heart of the Ohio State campus for patients and visitors to enjoy a restful, peaceful garden and find comfort and solace. It also includes a children’s playground.
Rooftop gardens – Located on the 14th floor of The James, open-air gardens serve as a source of inspiration and reprieve for patients and visitors with flowers, trees, shrubs and views of both downtown Columbus and Ohio State’s campus.
Sanctuaries – Three sanctuary spaces can be found on the medical center campus for prayer, contemplation and reflection 24 hours a day.
- In The James, the Pauline & Leonard Schnipke Sanctuary can be found near the top of the grand staircase on the first floor.
- In Rhodes Hall, the sanctuary can be found in the fifth floor atrium.
- In Brain and Spine Hospital, first floor.
East Hospital
Garden – Located off of the cafeteria on the ground floor of the Tower building, the garden offers seating and a quiet place to eat, read or get fresh air.
Fountain – Located just in front of the hospital near the valet stand, the fountain is a great outdoor area for relaxation.
Chapel – Located in the Tower building’s main lobby on the ground floor, the chapel offers a quiet place for prayer and reflection.
Family lounges – Available on all units, these rooms allow you to take a break from being at the bedside while staying close to the nursing unit.