When preparing clothing for hospital admission or transfer, first check the following points.
- Do I need both pajamas and regular clothes?
- Are there any restrictions on fasteners such as zippers and buttons?
- Whether or not a dryer is used (almost always required)
- How to add a name (is an oil-based pen acceptable, or is a tag needed to be sewn on?)
- Laundry frequency at the facility
Estimated number of sheets
A good guideline is to give 5-6 tops (for daytime wear), 3-5 undershirts, 5-6 pairs of trousers, 1-2 jackets/cardigans, and 2-3 sets of pajamas. For Respect for the Aged Day, a popular gift is to give a set of 2-3 tops and have the recipient purchase the rest separately.
Three conditions that we particularly want to emphasize
Choosing clothing that meets these three criteria will make preparing for hospital admission or transfer much easier: ① dryer-safe (most important), ② front-opening for easy assistance with changing, and ③ already labeled with the patient's name.
Recommended clothing (all dryer safe)
We offer the following items: front-opening long-sleeved shirt (sa3585), crinkled pintuck blouse (sa3670), collared brushed-back cardigan (sa3650), mellow frill long-sleeved T-shirt (sa3720), and smooth turtleneck top (sa3710).
Click here for details on our free name engraving service. Consult with a care concierge.
