This page covers what KeyStone Center (Chester, Delaware County, PA) allows patients to bring at admission. Every rule below comes from KeyStone Center's published what-to-bring list, checked October 2026. Rules can change, so confirm anything you're unsure about with KeyStone Center admissions before you pack.
Quick answers
Can you bring mouthwash to KeyStone Center?
No. Mouthwash or items containing alcohol prohibited.
Can you bring a cell phone to KeyStone Center?
No. Phones, cameras, radios, electrical equipment prohibited.
Can you bring your own pillow to KeyStone Center?
No. Personal pillows prohibited.
Is bar soap allowed at KeyStone Center?
No. Bar soap listed as prohibited.
Can you bring snacks to KeyStone Center?
No. Candy, soft drinks, food prohibited.
Not allowed at KeyStone Center
Leave these at home. They are taken at intake or not permitted on the unit.
- Mouthwash: Mouthwash or items containing alcohol prohibited.
- Toiletries that contain alcohol: Items containing alcohol; perfume, aftershave prohibited.
- Hand sanitizer: Not named on the list, but covered by the rule: covered by alcohol ban.
- Aerosol sprays: Aerosol hair spray or other aerosols prohibited.
- Bar soap: Bar soap listed as prohibited.
- Nail clippers and files: Nail clippers/files prohibited.
- Cotton swabs (Q-tips): Q-tips prohibited.
- Blankets and throws: Personal pillows, blankets prohibited.
- Personal pillow: Personal pillows prohibited.
- Towels: Personal towels, washcloths prohibited.
- Pens: Pens/markers prohibited.
- Outside food and drinks: Candy, soft drinks, food prohibited.
- Cell phone and electronics: Phones, cameras, radios, electrical equipment prohibited.
Allowed with limits
You can bring these, but only if they meet KeyStone Center's conditions.
- Body wash: Approved brands only: Aveeno, Suave, Caress, Dove (select).
- Shampoo and conditioner: Approved brands only: Johnson's, Hask, VO5, Blue Magic, EDEN.
- Deodorant: Alcohol-free Dove, Mitchum, Tom's; opened deodorant prohibited.
- Lotion: Approved brands: Shea Moisture, Eucerin, Vaseline, Aveeno, Cetaphil, Nivea...
- Sealed, unopened toiletries: Opened deodorant prohibited; no general sealed rule.
- Approved brands: Approved-brand lists for hair, body, face, lotion, deodorant.
- Drawstrings and cords: Para-cords prohibited; drawstrings not mentioned.
- Clothing: No tank tops, short shorts, hats, scarves, bandanas.
Provided by KeyStone Center
No need to pack these.
- Razors: Facility provides; controlled use.
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Recovery Ready is not affiliated with KeyStone Center. This page summarizes their publicly posted rules to help families pack. KeyStone Center's own staff have the final word at admission.