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Get Well Floral Gifts

Q: Is it true that flowers are good for your health?
A: According to Dr. Andrew Weil, a noted health expert and author of 8 Weeks to Optimum Health, flowers are important to our sense of well-being and possess a holistic quality.  Flower essences are prominent in the practice of aromatherapy.

Q: What do I need to know if I am ordering flowers for a hospital?
A: The most important information to be aware of is the hospital name and the patient name, the room number (if possible), and the delivery date.  It would also be helpful if you knew the patient’s release date and the hospital’s policy regarding flower deliveries.  Some hospitals, including the ones in our area, prohibit flowers in certain areas such as Intensive Care.  Items such as latex balloons are also prohibited from certain hospitals (including the ones in our area), and gifts of food may be prohibited for patients with dietary restrictions.  It's best to provide a second choice if you're not familiar with the hospital's policies or the patient's condition.

Q: Are there special arrangements meant just for sick people?
A: There are many.  We have the Campbell's Chicken Soup arrangement, as well as the Get Well Smiley Mug arrangement.  These arrangements are carried by many other Teleflora florists as well, and we can arrange to have these delivered anywhere they are carried in North America.  Other florists may have other novelty containers intended to boost the spirits of the ill recipient.  For patients facing an extended recovery at home, we can make custom gift baskets with puzzle books, snacks, and other personalized items (call to discuss, since these are usually very personal in nature).

Q: What other gifts are appropriate to send to a hospital?
A: Good question!  Besides a flower arrangement, perhaps a small plant or dish garden, a silk arrangement, or a bouquet of mylar balloons.  If the stay is for an extended time, a gift basket with puzzle books, magazines, paperbacks, a deck of cards, etc. is always appreciated.  Depending on dietary restrictions, a few snacks could be added as well.  The more customized the order, the more time you should allow for us  to fill it.

Q: Is it o.k. to wait and send flowers once someone has returned home from the hospital?
A: Yes.  It is much more common today for patients to recover from illness and injury at home due to rising hospital costs.  Patients look forward to the comfort and convenience of their home and flowers are a great way to let someone know you are thinking of them during this time.

Q: What are some ideas to send to the home?
A: Again, if the patient will be recovering at home for an extended period of time, a gift basket is a great idea.  In addition to a beautiful flower arrangement, a fruit and gourmet basket, a larger plant or dish garden will bring cheer to the ailing.  Balloon bouquets are very uplifting as well!  The more customized the order, the more time you should allow for us to fill it.

Q: Is it appropriate to send flowers to someone who is just sick in bed or feeling down?
A: Absolutely.  Flowers could be the best medicine in lifting someone’s spirits or speeding up a recovery whether they are under the weather or having a bad day.  Sometimes, just knowing someone cares and is thinking about them is enough to chase the blues away.

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