Money and valuables
Small change is useful, but it is advisable to not bring large amounts of cash or valuables into hospital with you. There is a patient’s bank at main reception for valuables. Locked storage is available in the bedroom.
Items not allowed on the ward
There are certain items not allowed on the ward. If these are brought on the ward, they will be locked away in safe lockers. Or you can arrange for them to be taken home.
These items include:
Knives, weapons, alcohol, drugs, wire coat hangers, heavy ornaments, glass items e.g. drinking bottles or photo frames, electricals items e.g. extension leads, USB pen drives, binoculars, pornographic material, flammable materials. Or any items we consider to be dangerous or cause harm.
Certain items are allowed on the ward, but will need to be risk assessed and stored in the patient lockers, and are only able to be accessed with staff.
These items include:
Metal cans, scissors, sewing equipment, razors, mouthwash, aerosols, glues, cameras, high caffeine drinks, medical equipment, perfume, standard size chargers, musical instruments, CDs/DVDs.
Please talk to our staff if you need any further clarification, or guidance.