The Project Between K.I.D.S. Foundation and Polcode
Polcode, in collaboration with the K.I.D.S. Foundation, created an intuitive platform to provide parents and guardians with easy access to important information about pediatric hospitals in Poland. This project was delivered pro bono by Polcode from June to August 2022, with the goal of simplifying the process of finding accurate and clear hospital information, ultimately reducing the stress caused by a lack of such data for families when preparing for visits.
The first phase of the project, utilizing AWS architecture and a ReactJS interface, was completed ahead of schedule. The platform already supports parents by providing easy access to essential information. Future development stages will focus on expanding features to better address the needs of both users and medical facilities.
About the Partner: K.I.D.S. Foundation
The foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of care in pediatric hospitals. Research conducted on the needs of parents and caregivers formed the foundation for developing the platform.
Visit the website: K.I.D.S. Foundation
About the Challenge
Lack of Accessible and Clearly Presented Information
Pediatric hospital websites in Poland are often outdated and fail to provide consistent information, making it difficult for parents and guardians to prepare for visits during stressful times.
Families seek specific details such as visiting hours, packing lists, or information about available amenities. The absence of a clear structure and an intuitive interface further complicates the process.
The challenge was to create a user-friendly platform that aggregates data about children’s hospitals in Poland, providing crucial information in an easily digestible format.
The Solution
Intuitive Platform - “Hospitals for Children”
The first stage of the project was completed within two months. The planning phase involved an analysis of the needs and challenges, followed by selecting appropriate technologies. The development environments were set up using the Serverless Framework to ensure a smooth workflow.
Polcode created a platform that gathers detailed information about pediatric hospitals in Poland. Volunteers from the K.I.D.S. Foundation verified all the data to ensure its accuracy.
The homepage features a search engine with filters and a directory of hospitals, categorized by city and specialization. Hospital profiles include photo galleries, addresses, parking details, a list of amenities, and a "What to Bring?" section to help parents and caretakers prepare. The admin panel, built on React-Admin, allows hospital staff and volunteers to easily add and update data, including medical specialties with translations in English and Ukrainian.
The Results
Quick Access to Key Information
User-Centric Search Engine
The platform features a robust search engine that allows users to find children's healthcare facilities based on various parameters such as keywords, regions, cities, or specializations. This feature was designed with user experience in mind, making it intuitive and quick to use.
Detailed Facility Profiles
Each healthcare facility has a detailed profile that provides a wealth of essential information useful for parents and guardians. This includes additional fees, a list of items to bring, accommodation options for parents, meal options, and visiting hours, among other things.
Bilingual Support
Recognizing the influx of immigrants from Ukraine, the platform was designed to be bilingual, supporting both Polish and Ukrainian languages. This ensures that the platform is accessible to a broader audience.
Backend Management for Volunteers
A backend administrative panel was developed using the React-Admin framework. This allows volunteers to easily add new facilities and update existing information. The panel supports adding medical specializations along with translations in English and Ukrainian.
Cost-Efficiency
The serverless architecture and the use of AWS services ensured that the project remained cost-effective, making it sustainable for the NGO in the long run.
Client Satisfaction
The project was completed ahead of schedule, and the client expressed high levels of satisfaction with the delivered product. The platform not only met but exceeded the initial requirements, setting a new standard for healthcare information platforms.
Deliverables
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From the very beginning, Polcode not only provided excellent technological solutions but also proved to be a fully committed partner who perfectly understood the mission of the K.I.D.S Foundation - making children's hospitals more friendly for patients and their families.
Looking Ahead
Tech to the Rescue and K.I.D.S. Foundation continue to innovate and improve their platform by learning from past experiences and applying new strategies to improve their online presence and impact on society.
With Polcode’s assistance, they are committed to using technology to grow and make healthcare information more accessible to those who need it.
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