What items can I bring with me for an inpatient stay?

Bring essential items only, as storage space for personal items is limited. We suggest you bring a change of casual clothing (without strings or belts) for 3 - 4 days, along with proper footwear (closed toe shoes or slippers), sleepwear (pajamas, robe, slippers), personal hygiene products (comb, brush, shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, cosmetics – no glass containers are allowed) and either a pre-paid phone card or credit/debit card for the pay phone.

Please note that, for safety reasons, all belongings you bring with you will be put in locked storage until they can be inspected by staff. The staff will then go through these items with you. Some items will be returned to you right away; some will have to stay in storage until the staff have time to assess your safety; some items will have to stay in storage but you may check them out if needed.

All electrical appliances brought in must be checked and tagged by a hospital electrician prior to use and will be kept in locked storage. Anything that you bring which cannot be on the unit will either be sent home with family members or kept in storage until discharge.