Food:
If you have the need for special foods
(Ensure, etc.) you may bring them with you. High
energy foods such as peanut butter, jelly, crackers,
granola bars, trail mix, and other snack foods may be
a good idea if you get hungry in between meals. If
necessary bring special dietary foods--such as
diabetic, low salt, liquid diet, baby food and
formula. Don’t forget a manual can opener.
Clothing and Bedding:
One complete change of clothing including
footwear. A sleeping bag, blanket and pillow. Rain
gear and sturdy shoes.
Personal Items:
Washcloth, small towel, soap, toothbrush,
toothpaste, sanitary napkins, paper towels, toilet
paper, towelettes, etc.
Medications, First-Aid supplies:
Medications--clearly marked with your name,
dosage, type of medication, and prescribing physician.
You must be able to take all medications by yourself.
Any dressing changes needed.
Important Papers:
Identification and valuable papers (insurance
documents, etc.), Name and address of doctors, Name
and address of nearest relative not living in area.
Pets:
In general, pets are NOT permitted at shelters
unless they are special needs (ie Seeing Eye
Dogs). You should make other arrangements for
caring of your pets. Here
are a few suggestions.
Miscellaneous:
Bring a cell phone if you have one. It may
come in handy. Games, cards, toys, battery powered
radios, flashlights (no candles or lanterns),
batteries, or other reasonable items you may need are
welcome too. Take a bath and eat before you leave
home.
Not Allowed: alcoholic beverages, or weapons. |
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