Hospital Wait times??

Question

I was recently at an emergency hospital with my dad for more than 7 hours before seeing the doctor. As I sat there, I sort of came up with an idea to turn ridiculous wait times (with nothing to do) into something good for the environment. I thought about creating a club/organization that would promote environmental awareness etc during the long wait times. For example: having interactive youth speakers talk about the environment, present each patient with a plant they could take home..etc. Instead of wasting time, it could be turned into something good. What do you think? Suggestions? Comments?

Answer 1

I personally have mixed feelings about this idea. As a patient I don't like to hear noise of any kind. Sounds seem so much louder when I'm feeling ill.

As the Caregiver of a family member I love the idea. I don't like to touch the magazines in the waiting rooms so I usually just sit and rummage through my purse to find something interesting or I pace the floor since I can't sit too long due to Osteopenia.

Answer 2

I was in the same situation with my mom a while ago. We waited 7 hours plus too. I love the idea. It can help take your mind off the reason your there and help the enviorment at the same time. Genius!!!!!!!!!! Great idea!!!!!!!!!!!!!!