What to Bring to South Texas Health System Behavioral
The following personal items are recommended for patients entering treatment at South Texas Health System Behavioral.
Items to Bring for Inpatient Stay
- Journal (no spiral or metal wire)
- Reading material (please remove any staples in magazines or books)
- Three days of clothing in disposable bag only (washers and dryers are available)
- Shoes appropriate for recreation therapy (slip-ons, no laces)
- Approved medications
Items We Will Provide
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Combs
- Deodorant
- Lotion
Prohibited Items
- Knives or other sharp objects
- Clothing with drawstrings
- Shoelaces or belts
- Vulgar, offensive or provocative clothing
- Hats, caps or bandannas
- Hangers of any type
- Curling irons, flat irons or hair dryers
- Suitcases or duffel bags
- Blankets and pillows
- Perfume or aftershave (unless in plastic bottles)
- Bar soap
- Lighters, matches, flammable liquids or aerosol cans
- Any items containing alcohol
- Spray cans
- Wire or spiral notebooks
- Glass items
- Metal cans
- Sexually explicit materials
- Electronics
- Weapons
- Nail clippers or razors
- Fingernail polish
ABSOLUTELY NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES
All medications (over-the-counter or prescription) MUST be turned over to admissions upon arrival.
Live Better. We Can Help.
South Texas Health System Behavioral offers confidential assessments for those in need of behavioral health, substance abuse treatment and more. Our staff is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to schedule assessments at 956-388-1300. If you need immediate medical assistance, please contact 911 or seek the nearest emergency room.