Non-allowable items are defined as items that cannot be in a patient's personal possession while he/she is a patient of Patrick B. Harris Psychiatric Hospital.

1.   Alcoholic beverages

      Controlled substances

      Firearms and dangerous weapons

      (The above items are designated as "Contraband" according to state law)

2.   Foods & beverages on lodge from the canteen or outside the facility

3.   Hosiery

4.  Tampons  (may be medically allowed per physician's order and justification)

5.  Glass containers & mirrors

6.  Jewelry that can be safely removed

7.  All tobacco products/paraphernalia, except unopened pack of cigarettes or cigars

8.  Lighters & matches

9.  Any electrical (outlet or * battery) items 

    ( may be medically allowed per physician's order and justification)

10. All hair care accessories, except plastic combs/brushes, ponytail holders & rubber bands

11. Boots/shoes with sharp points, steel toes and/or high heels

12. Coat/clothes hangers

13. Notebooks with spiral wire loops or metal rings

14. Glue, paint, white-out, felt markers

15. Belts

     Clothing / footwear with any pull strings (attached or sewn on) when on Level 0 or 1

16. Any object with sharp edges or sharp points

17. Any aerosol products

18. Mouthwash, perfume, cologne, aftershave and nail polish

19. Other items not specified above will be disallowed if, in the judgment of the

      Nursing Staff and Medical Staff, they have any actual or potential harmful use or misuse

Hand bags, back packs, fanny packs, etc. must be secured in your vehicle while visiting patients.