Staying in hospital is much more comfortable with the right clothes and accessories, washbag essentials and books and magazines to help pass the time.
What should I bring with me?
If you are coming to stay as an inpatient you should bring:
- Your admission letter which will contain specific instructions about your admission
- All your current medication in their original containers
- Loose day clothes and some appropriate footwear
- Nightwear, dressing gown and slippers
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Hairbrush or comb
- Soap and shampoo
- Shaving kit
- Glasses/contact lenses (if applicable)
- A small amount of money for refreshments/newspapers etc.
- Any mobility aids you use such as a walking stick or frame
- Books/magazines - feel free to visit our Patient Library which can be found on the first floor of the Berry Offices. There are a large variety of books that will suit all interests.
- Earphones/headphones if you will be watching/listening to something on a device
- Chargers for any devices you bring with you
What should I avoid bringing with me?
Please note: we strongly advise you not to bring in any valuables, large amounts of money or jewellery. The Trust accepts no liability for any loss, damage or theft of any property belonging to a patient.
Some other things to avoid are:
- Large items - you will only have a small bedside locker to keep any belongings in
- Portable televisions or radios - Hospedia runs a service where patients can pay to activate the television/radio/internet kiosks beside their beds
- An alarm clock - this may disturb other patients on the ward.
If there is something you need during your stay there are shops in the main entrance where you can stock up on essentials.
