Preparing For Your Visit
As you prepare for your visit to The Medical Center, we suggest you bring:
- List of phone numbers of family and friends
- Small bag with change for vending machines, newspapers, etc.
- Insurance cards
- Important documents- such as living will and durable power of attorney
- List of medications you take- (over-the-counter and prescription)
To add to your comfort, consider bringing:
- Comfortable clothing-- without metal zippers or snaps. Choose loose-fitting garments
- Shawl-- great for draping around your shoulders in case you get chilly
- Warm socks and/or slippers
- Eye covering to block out any light
- Toiletries-- toothbrush, toothpaste and favorite soap and lotion
- CD player-- a portable CD player with headphones and your favorite CDs
- Portable DVD player or laptop-- great for entertainment and staying "connected"
- Handheld gaming device, like a PSP or Nintendo DS
- Books, magazines and catalogs
- Knitting, crocheting or scrapbooking items
- Journal or paper and pen
- Family photographs-- if your visit will be longer than a few days you may enjoy having family pictures, or pictures drawn by children or grandchildren nearby