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Dillon Miller in the Family Resource Library - PathForward Children's Health

Our onsite libraries are now open

  • Dallas: Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Plano: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Safety is our number one concern therefore we have limited the library to one family at a time. You may schedule a time in the library by calling us at 214-456-4787 or emailing us at frl.libraries@childrens.com

Our Family Resource Libraries are filled with books and e-books, resources and online materials, computers and tablets. In addition, medical librarians and volunteers are available to help you find a relaxing novel or research a medical treatment or condition. We are dedicated to making life better for children and families while at Children’s Health℠.

Where are the libraries located?

  • Krissi Holman Family Resource Library

    Family Health and Leisure
    Children's Medical Center Dallas
    Suite C4205
    Phone: 214-456-2022

    Children and Teens
    Children's Medical Center Dallas
    Suite C4206
    Phone: 214-456-0357

    The Krissi Holman Family Resource Library and Children’s Collection is named in honor of Krissi Holman. This library is the fulfillment of her dream that Children’s Medical Center Dallas have a place where patients and families can gather and find comfort. Learn more about Krissi Holman.
    (English | Spanish)
  • Karahan Family Resource Library

    Children's Medical Center Plano
    Suite L1275
    Phone: 469-303-7735

    The Karahan Family Resources Library is named in honor of the Karahan family who sought to make a difference through the power of knowledge. Thanks to their generous gift, families now have access to resources that help them research their children’s diagnoses and treatment options.

What is the Bookmobile Program?

The Bookmobile Program is a way to share books with patients and families who are unable to come to the library. Learn more about how this program brightens many children’s hospital stay by bringing the library to them.

 

Ask our medical librarians!

  • What is a medical librarian?

    Medical librarians are librarians who have training in searching trusted medical databases and websites to find information on:

    • Conditions
    • Diseases
    • Medicine
    • Supplements and herbs 
    • Therapy and treatment options

    Medical librarians typically have a degree in library science and work for hospitals and medical schools. 

  • What type of information can a medical librarian provide?

    At Children’s Health, our medical librarians are here to help you navigate the overwhelming amount of information by checking on accuracy, writers’ authority, bias and whether the information is up to date. They can also help you research specific health topics and sources of information on the health and wellness of your child and family.

    These are some of the things they can help you with:

    • Newly diagnosed conditions
    • Procedures and treatments
    • Nutrition and dietary information
    • Clinical trials

    Trusted websites 

    In addition to the childrens.com and our Health and Wellness Library, you can trust these websites.

    • Family Doctor
      Family Doctor is organized by the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). All the information has been written and reviewed by AAFP providers and patient education professionals.
      Family Doctor is available in English and Spanish.

    • Healthy Children
      Healthy Children is sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). The website covers a wide range of topics from prenatal to young adults to everything in between.
      Health Children is available in English and Spanish.

    • KidsHealth
      KidsHealth is sponsored by the Nemours Foundation. All articles, animation, games and other content are reviewed by pediatricians and other medical experts.
      KidsHealth is available in English and Spanish.

    • Mayo Clinic
      Mayo Clinic is an extensive and comprehensive collections of health and medical information for patients of all ages. The material is reviewed by Mayo Clinic physicians.
      Mayo Clinic is available in English and Spanish.

    • MedlinePlus
      The U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) created MedlinePlus as a portal of information on hundreds of diseases, conditions, medication and supplements.
      MedlinePlus is available in English and Spanish

    Feel free to stop by the library or email the Family Resource Library. (Please review our library disclaimer.)

What books, resources and amenities are available?

  • Reading and crafts

    Toddlers to adults can find books, magazines, health brochures and more for all levels and interests at our Dallas and Plano hospitals. Many titles are available in English and Spanish. We also have:

    • Health books for children, teens and parents
    • Crafting kits for children who are unable to come to the library
    • Bookmobile Program to deliver books throughout the hospital
  • Computers and laptops

    During your stay at Children’s Health you may need to check email, catch up on work and school assignments or research health information. We are here to help with:

    • Computers, iPads and laptops (Laptops can be borrowed while your child is a hospital patient.)
    • Printing, faxing and copying

How can I find out what books are available?

  • View our online catalog

    Our library has an online catalog that includes more than 5,000 books. The online catalog has titles that you can read or listen to from your electronic device. Many titles are available in English and Spanish.

    How can I view the library catalog?

    To view our list of titles, log in to the library catalog with:

    • Username: CHILDRENS HEALTH (all caps and no apostrophe)
    • Password: (leave blank)
  • Audiobooks and e-books

    Children’s Health offers patients and families access to our OverDrive® library, which is available in English and Spanish. OverDrive is an online collection of audiobooks and e-books you can read or listen to on your phone, computer, tablet or e-reader. Many e-books are available for Kindle™.

    OverDrive allows you to borrow fiction (humor, sci-fi and fantasy, mystery, romance, etc.) and non-fiction books (religion, self-help, health, mental health, personal growth, etc.).

    How can I get access to OverDrive?

    Complete the form using the button below. Please allow 3 business days to receive your login and password. If you have questions please feel free to contact us at  214-456-2022.

    Request OverDrive Access

    Once you receive your login and password, simply go to OverDrive® to view a list of available titles.

    Can I recommend books that I would like added to OverDrive?

    Yes. When looking for an author or a title, if you don’t see any you are interested in, scroll down the page to view books that are available for us to purchase. You will need to be signed in to make a recommendation, and if we purchase it, you will be the first to know.

    Is there an OverDrive app?

    Yes. The app is available for both Apple and Android users.

    • OverDrive app (Apple® / Android™)
    • Libby app (Apple® / Android™)
  • Library disclaimer

    The library does not give medical advice or interpretation. Some material may reflect the opinion of the author and not necessarily that of your healthcare provider or Children’s Health. 

    Information changes as a result of ongoing research; controversies always exist regarding optimal approaches for unique, individual situations. Therefore, information is not a substitute for consultation with your health care professional. If you require medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, please consult your healthcare provider.

    English


    La biblioteca no brinda asesoramiento ni interpretación médicos. Algunos materiales pueden reflejar la opinión del autor y no necesariamente la de su profesional de salud o la de Children’s Health.

    La información cambia como resultado de la investigación en curso; siempre existe controversia con respecto a un enfoque óptimo para situaciones únicas e individuales. Por lo tanto, la información no sustituye a una consulta con su profesional de salud. Si necesita consejos médicos, diagnóstico o tratamiento, por favor consulte con su profesional de salud.

    Spanish

  • How can I make a donation to the library?

    Thank you for your interest in donating to the Family Resource Libraries. Click on the learn more button below.

    Learn more

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Krissi Holman Family Resource Library
Children's Medical Center Dallas
214-456-2022

Karahan Family Resource Library
Children's Medical Center Plano
469-303-7735

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