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For New Patients: What to Bring
Austen Riggs Center patients compiled this list of items for incoming patients preparing for a stay. Some are practical items you may not know to bring; others are suggestions to help you acclimate to your new environment. The admissions staff can help if you have further questions.
Suggested Items to Bring
- Seasonal appropriate clothing and shoes
- Robe, flip flops, slippers, toiletries, and shower caddy
- Personal device(s) – cell phone, tablet, laptop computer, and associated chargers (cellular service is limited in Stockbridge but there is Wi-Fi in all of the buildings on campus)
- Hair dryer
- Hangers (housekeeping has a limited supply; if you plan to have many hanging clothes, it is suggested to bring your own.)
- TV (you may bring your own as they are permitted in rooms; however, there are several entertainment centers in the patient residences and the Community Center)
- Writing supplies
- Sporting gear (bike, roller blades, yoga mat, etc.)
- Workout attire
- Laundry basket or bag
- High Efficiency (“HE”) laundry detergent REQUIRED! (we use front load washers; label on detergent must read “HE”)
- Books (there is also a library in the main residence and a local library in town)
- Hobby items (knitting, needle pointing, etc.)
Items Provided by Austen Riggs
- Linens (sheets, pillows, pillowcases, blankets) and towels
- Tissue and bar soap
- Cleaning supplies (vacuum, wet broom, sponges, garbage bags, light bulbs, disposable gloves, bathroom cleaners); you are responsible for keeping your room and bathroom clean
- Cable (hook-up provided in individual rooms if you choose to bring your own TV)
- Public computers are provided in the Community Center
- Wireless Internet access
- Charging cords at charging station
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