Freeport Campus Please note pay phones are available on Grand River Terrace level one and two, Pioneer Terrace level one and Union Terrace level one. These phones offer TTY functionality.
Televisions Televisions are provided on a rental basis in each room for your enjoyment. To arrange for television service, simply fill out a form and submit the form in the appropriate drop box on your unit. Forms are provided upon admission or by request. Personal televisions are not allowed to be used in the hospital. There are also community televisions installed in the living/dining rooms on each floor.
What to bring to the hospital Bring canes, walkers, wheelchairs, hearing aids, dentures, eyeglasses, or any other aid you use. Patients dress in personal street clothes whenever possible at the Freeport Campus. Bring comfortable, soft, loose-fitting clothes such as tracksuits as well as warm socks and comfortable shoes. Storage space is limited. You are responsible for supplying your own toiletries including a toothbrush, toothpaste, hand soap, shampoo, tissues, deodorant, razor and cream, and a comb and brush. Do not use powders and aerosol sprays in the hospital as they may trigger the fire alarm. Due to patient and staff allergies, fragrance-free products are required. You may wish to bring your own pajamas, a robe, slippers, and pillow. We appreciate you taking the time to label items with your name. We also ask that you keep personal items at your bedside and don’t leave them in shared spaces such as sinks or showers. Please bring any current medications you are taking in their original containers. Large sums of money and valuables should be left at home. You may choose to bring a small amount of money to use for pay phones or to purchase coffee, snacks etc in the cafeteria. Please check with nursing staff regarding the use of electrical items. Electrical items must be CSA approved and be inspected by Grand River Hospital maintenance staff prior to use. Please leave any items with nursing staff to have inspected. Keep in mind that storage space is limited so large personal items are permitted by approval only.
EXCEPTIONAL CANCER CARE IN WATERLOO 10 YEARS OF EXCEPTIONAL CANCER CARE IN LINGTON 10 YEARS OF EXCEPTIONAL CANCER
www.grhosp.on.ca •
17