Request a Patient Service

Request a Patient Service

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania strives to provide a variety of programming to improve the patient experience. The following services may be available upon request. After a request is submitted, we do our best to respond as quickly as possible to meet the request.


Family Caregiver Center Resources - resources available to patients and their family caregivers including reading material, games, business center resources, local restaurant and hotel information, gym day passes, access to a shower and peer support and mentors and more. (Daily)

HUP's Pups - four legged volunteers escorted by their volunteer partner. Requests can usually be accommodated within two business days. (Daily)

Reiki - a relaxation technique led by a volunteer reiki practitioner. (M-W-F)

Literary Artist - volunteers visit with patients to collaborate on creating written artwork that is then given to the patient as a keepsake. (Th)

Friendly Visitor - a volunteer will sit and talk with a patient, providing companionship and diversion. (Daily)

Comfort Cart - free diversionary activities offered to patients such as coloring materials, games and giveaways.