- Bring all of your insurance cards: Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, long term care insurance if applicable, and prescription cards.
- Financial Power of Attorney, Durable Power of Attorney, and Living Will.
- Also, make sure to have drivers license and social security cards with you as they may be needed to complete the admission process.
Also, bring items that will make your stay more restful and easier on you, such as:
- Comfortable clothing, with your name clearly written on the label
- Bring enough clothing for at least 7-10 days
- A pair of non-skid, supportive shoes & socks
- Pajamas/robe
- Hearing aide, eyeglasses & eyeglass case
- Reading materials, family photos
- Radio
- Small television & telephone, you may arrange to have these services provided at your expense. You may also bring your cell phone should you wish to use it instead of a wall jack telephone