Why a Patient Clothing Cupboard?

Every day, nurses, social workers, and other employees of Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) make regular visits to the Patient Clothing Cupboard to find clean, new, or gently used clothing for patients in need.

Patients are expected to provide their own clothing for discharge. However, there are situations when this may not be possible. The Patient Clothing Cupboard exists to provide suitable clothing for a patient to wear upon discharge in situations where the patient/family is unable to provide the necessary clothing, i.e. underwear, foot wear, socks, tops and bottoms. We are grateful to the two dedicated volunteers who sort through the clothing donations and keep the cupboard tidy and organized.

Where is it? How can I access it for a patient?

The Patient Clothing Cupboard is located on Level 2 in the ER/DI Hallway Room 2632. Employees can access the Cupboard by getting the key from Main Security and Security in the ED.

How is it funded?

The Patient Clothing Cupboard is funded in very small part by the Volunteer Association to TBRHSC through funds raised through Seasons Gift Shop. But we rely on the generosity of employees who donate new underwear and socks, as well as new or gently used items that are easy to put on, i.e. T-shirts, sweatshirts, jogging suits, pants with elasticized waistbands.

If you have any questions about the clothing cupboard or would like to make a donation, please contact Volunteer Services at 6267 or Donna.Jeanpierre@tbh.net.

Thank you so much for your ongoing support of the Patient Clothing Cupboard!