What to Bring With You

If you are coming to Queen Mary's as an inpatient, before you leave home please check that you have packed:

• Your admission letter and any other information we have sent to you.
• All medications you are taking or using, including prescription medications, medicines you have bought or alternative medicines, such as herbal remedies.
• Small amounts of money in case you want to buy a newspaper or use the bedside television and telephone.
• The name, address, postcode and telephone number of your GP, community social worker (if you have one) and your next of kin.
• Proof of entitlement to free travel costs, if appropriate.
• Nightclothes, a dressing gown, slippers and a pair of comfortable flat shoes.
• Day clothes – a tracksuit or other comfortable clothes.
• Your glasses and/or contact lenses.
• Your hearing aid if you use one
• Any mobility aids you use, such as a walking stick or walking frame.
• A brush or comb.
• Shaving equipment.
• A toothbrush and toothpaste.
• Soap and shampoo.
• Sanitary products
  (such as tampons).
• A towel and flannel.
• Other toiletries.
• Items of religious importance to you.
  

You might also want to bring:

• Books and magazines.
• Writing paper, pens and your address book.
  

Please do not bring:

• Large amounts of money, jewellery or other valuables.
• Alcohol or food.
• Large bags or suitcases because storage space is limited.

Don’t forget to:

• Cancel any deliveries at home, such as newspapers or milk.
• Cancel any home help you may have.
• Arrange for pets to be cared for.
• Tell your family and friends you are coming into hospital.
• Remove any nail polish and false nails.