Do not bring in large quantities of items since storage space for patients is very limited. Dentures, retainers, hearing aids or eyeglasses should be kept in protective containers. Never wrap them in tissue as they might be accidentally thrown away.

• All current medications, or accurate list of all medications, and pharmacy phone number
• Names and phone numbers of current physicians and behavioral health providers
• Medical equipment and assistive devices
• Insurance cards, including Social Security, Medicare D, and Medicaid cards
• Legal documents:
  Driver’s License/Photo ID
  Advance Directives/Behavioral Health Directives
  Custody papers
• Guardianship or Durable Power of Attorney papers
• 3-5 changes/sets of comfortable clothes, shoes, and personal hygiene items

Any belonging or item that could be used to cause harm to self, others or creates a disruption to the therapeutic environment is restricted. These items will not remain in the possession of the patient but may be made available to patients on a limited basis and only under the supervision of staff. Other items may be restricted from your use if clinically indicated and would be added to your
treatment plan.

These items include but are not limited to: 

• Make-up
• Non-alcohol based, non-aerosol hairspray
• Fragrance products, such as body mist, perfume or cologne, that do not contain any alcohol
• Eye lash curlers
• Nail clippers
• Art supplies such as paint brushes, glue and glue sticks
• Erasers
• Emory boards
• Blankets
• Stuffed animals
• Musical instruments
• Cell phones
• Feminine products from home (Pine Rest will supply)
• Personal care products

Safety is a priority, therefore, any belonging or item that could be used improperly to cause harm or with the intent to cause harm to self or others, is illegal, or may cause disruption to the therapeutic environment is considered contraband. For safety reasons these items are prohibited and not allowed on the unit at any time.

These items include but are not limited to:

• Leggings, hosiery, tights
• Clothing with hoods, i.e. hoodies
• Aerosol cans/bottles
• Alcoholic beverages, including alcohol-based mouth washes and pump non-aerosol hairspray with alcohol bases.
• Products with alcohol as the first three ingredients
• Any weapons used to cause bodily harm/injury
• Bar soaps
• Glass, or any product with glass in it, except eyeglasses
• Plastic items that can be used to suffocate
• Batteries: Unless used for a medical device and with doctor’s order
• Hangers
• Street drugs and paraphernalia of any kind
• Tobacco or nicotine products or paraphernalia of any kind
• Firearms or explosives
• Lighters or matches
• Metal containers, tools, etc.
• Picture frames
• Masks not for medical use
• Journals with string or spiral binding
• Plant add-ons such as stakes, wires, etc.
• Pins or needles of any kind, i.e. knitting, sewing, crochet
• Ropes, chains, cords, belts, ribbons
• Ribbons & cords used in clothing/pant size adjusters or as necklaces
• Balloons/strings
• Crutches or canes
• Acetone/nail polish remover

For safety purposes, the following items are not allowed to be brought from home:

• Any item with a power cord
• Nail clippers, razors/razor blades, toothpicks
• Mouthwash (with or without alcohol base)
• Hair-clips, bobby pins, (metal or plastic)
• Makeup pencil sharpener
• Bags, towels or washcloths
• Tie, knitted or crocheted blanket/items
• Items that have been previously opened/used
• Personal items: purse, keys, bags, laptop, tablet
• Electronics from home, for entertainment purposes, including but not limited to:
   
  • CDs, Blue Ray, cameras, headsets, MP3 or other music player
  • Electric razors
  • Items with cords that are not used for medical purposes
  • Items with accessible battery, not including cell phones 

The Michigan Department of Public Health developed a Mental Health Code that protects patients’ privacy. Our confidentiality policy complies with the state law. Please respect the privacy of other patients on the unit when you visit. If you recognize someone, let them greet you. If they do not greet you, please respect their wish to keep this stay confidential. Please do not discuss any patient you see at Pine Rest with anyone else.

Pine Rest is an institution that provides clinical teaching opportunities to medical and RN students along with various professionals. You may be approached by a student and you have the right to refuse to talk to them. Students are trained and adhere to the same level of confidentiality that is expected of hospital employees.

The hospital adheres to the Michigan Department of Mental Health Code. Upon admission each patient is given a “Patient’s Rights Booklet.” We encourage you to read it and ask any questions you may have. There is a Recipient’s Rights Advisor available for you to talk to, should you have any concerns you would like addressed. You may access the Recipient’s Rights Advisor either through your staff on the unit, by filling out a confidential complaint form located on each unit, by calling 616.455.5000 ext. 2777.

We recognize the importance of your individual spiritual and religious beliefs and we will provide an environment that is supportive and accepting. Community clergy are welcome to visit you at any time. Hospital Chaplains are available on each unit for personal care in addition to devotions, Sunday worship, and education classes.

If you or your family member needs interpretation services, please let your nurse know and arrangements will be made to accommodate your treatment needs. Services will be scheduled according to your needs and are provided at no cost to you or your family.

We want to be certain we are providing your care in a manner that is personalized and supports your wishes. Your Patient Rights Booklet   explains that you have the right to accept or refuse medical treatment. We include you in your treatment planning and need to know if you have any Behavioral Advance Directives, a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) for Health Care, a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) Finance, or a Living Will.

A Behavioral Advance Directive is written instructions for future mental health care in the event the patient is unable to make and participate in mental health care decisions. Patients requesting additional information about BHAD will be referred to their legal counsel.

A DPOA for Health Care is someone you have entrusted to make medical decisions if you are unable to communicate your wishes to your doctor or treatment team. This form is accepted as a legal document in the state of Michigan.

A Living Will is a document that directs, in writing, the kinds of medical treatment you would or would not want in the event you are permanently unconscious or terminally ill and can no longer speak for yourself. Living Wills are used to make medical decisions only. Usually if you have a Living Will, you will have appointed a DPOA for Health Care who is aware of your wishes and can speak on your behalf.

At the time of admission a nurse will ask if you have any Advance Directives already in place. If you do, we need to have a copy in your chart to incorporate in your treatment planning. If you do not have any Advance Directives and would like information on them, we will provide you with that information.

View visiting schedules by unit and review Patient Visitor Protocols at our Visiting Hours page.

The Ronald McDonald House as well as a host of hotels offer reduced rates on stays should this be needed. Please see a Case Manager for more information.

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