What to bring
Here are some suggestions:
- Clothes that are appropriately modest – similar to school dress code;
- Sleep wear (for example, robe, pajamas or gown, slippers);
- Shoes and seasonal attire for any outdoor activities/programs;
- Personal toiletries (for example, brush, comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, feminine hygiene products);
- A small amount of cash (including change) for phones, vending machines;
- School work, books, journals for writing; and
- Radio, curling iron and hair dryer, if they are CSA approved. These items will be securely stored for you outside of your room.
Please do not bring, provide or wear perfume or cologne. The hospital is a fragrance-free facility.
We also ask you not to bring:
- Cigarettes and lighters;
- Alcohol, drugs or other medications;
- Mirrors, cans, bottles, plastic bags, belts;
- Sharp objects or weapons; and/or
- Any electrical and electronic items (such as cell phones, laptop computers, mp3 players, i-pods, game boys, etc.);
All items and valuables not permitted on the unit will be sent home or locked up until discharge.
Television/leisure activities
CD players and movies are available for therapeutic use with staff approval. The CAIP lounge is equipped with television, DVD player, board games, puzzles, art materials and books. Private TV rental is not available at any of our sites.
School consent
Parents/legal guardians are required to sign school consent for CAIP to receive and exchange information with the patient’s school to assist the youth with reintegration to school. If you have any questions in regards to this, please speak with any member of the CAIP team.
Telephones, messages and mail
Inpatient rooms do not have telephones. Please ask staff about receiving calls.
Medication
Medication and treatment options will be discussed with the patient and the youth’s parents or legal guardian. In rare circumstances, medications may need to be administered in emergency situations before parents are informed; however, we try to meet with families to create a plan for these situations ahead of time.
Passes and level of care
Patients admitted to the CAIP unit are assessed and placed on a level of care according to individual need as determined by the CAIP team. Passes that allow patients to leave the unit to access other areas of the hospital and visit home are given based on a positive assessment of the patient’s wellness and ability to cope. Passes are used to help prepare the youth for discharge from hospital.
Safety and security
Your safety is important to us. If you feel uncomfortable, feel there is an issue that is unsafe for yourself or others, or experience an injury of any kind, please let your care team know. Staff will check belongings on admission and periodically throughout a patient’s stay.
No smoking
Grand River Hospital is a smoke-free facility. This is part of our commitment to providing a safe, healthy and healing environment for our clients, staff and visitors. Please speak to CAIP team to discuss other options with regards to smoking
Meals and snacks
Food services provide all meals and snacks for inpatients in a dining area. Meals are offered cafeteria style, and through a special-diet/tray service. We can accommodate dietary restrictions and special requirements.
Spiritual and religious services
Chaplaincy services are available. Please speak to a member of your care team.
Discharge
A patient’s length of stay on the CAIP unit is short-term; therefore discharge planning begins shortly after admission to ensure appropriate aftercare. Discharge planning is a collaborative process with the patient, their family, and community care providers – we encourage your active participation. Passes will be encouraged for a smoother transition from hospital to home and community. Most inpatient stays are one week or less. The planned discharge time for all patients will be no later than 11 am. |