What to Bring to Rehab

• Enough clothing for 7 days:  shirts, pants, shorts, undergarments
• Sleepwear, robe, slippers
• Shoes or sandals
• Workout attire for indoors and outdoors if you plan on participating in physical activities
• Weather appropriate outdoor gear (jacket, hat, sunglasses, scarf, gloves, boots, etc.)
• Note: All items must fit into one full-sized suitcase, duffle bag, or other bag. Additionally, one small personal-sized bag (approximately the size of a backpack) and a bag to protect your technology (e.g., laptop) are allowed.

For the appropriateness of our co-ed and recovery environment, we recommend leaving the following clothing at home:

• Tube tops, halter tops, spaghetti strap tops, low-cut tops, and open side shirts*
• Clothing that advertises/promotes drug, alcohol, or tobacco use, bars or gambling, or has sexual, gang, or violent connotations
• Torn, ripped, see-through clothing, or items with holes exposing private body parts
• Shorts that are shorter than mid-thigh*

*These items are allowed if worn in your bedroom.

No aerosols and no liquids with alcohol listed as a primary ingredient (e.g., mouthwash or hand sanitizer).

• Toothpaste, toothbrush, dental floss
• Body wash, shampoo, conditioner if you prefer something other than what we provide
• Hair care products, hairbrush, comb
• Face wash
• Lotion
• Deodorant
• Shaving supplies 
• Nail file and clippers
• Flat iron, curling iron
• Contacts and contact solution
• Sunscreen
• Feminine hygiene products
• Reading glasses
• Hearing aids
• Other medical devices (as approved by nursing)

*must be new, unopened, and the first three ingredients must not contain alcohol or its derivative.

A small supply of essentials will be available if you forget something.

• Books are allowed but limit the quantity and be mindful of the topic and content. We also have a large library of books
• Bibles or other faith and recovery texts are encouraged
• Journal, pens, or pencils
• Art supplies such as coloring books or markers
• Reusable water bottle
• List of emergency contacts and important phone numbers
• Photo ID and insurance card
• Watch for keeping track of time
• Laptop, headphones, charging cable (if desired)
• Earplugs or sleep mask if you’re a light sleeper
• Laundry detergent (new, unopened) if something other than what is provided is desired
• Snacks (unopened), within reason – check with facility for specifics; some snacks are provided daily in addition to three fully prepared meals
• A small amount of cash for incidentals, e.g. vending machine or trips to the store*

*Trips to Walmart or Target are offered weekly. Additionally, Amazon orders are allowed for permissible items; all packages must be delivered to the Front Office for opening and inspection. 

• Any prescription medications in their original bottles
• Over-the-counter medications, supplements (as allowed by the facility), and tobacco and vape products must be in new, unopened containers
• Bring an updated list of your current medications. We will retain and give you all your medications during your stay, including over-the-counter medications, with some exceptions (e.g., nicotine replacement, Epi pen, nitroglycerin, etc. you may keep with you)

• A Bible and/or 12-Step literature will be provided if requested
• Games, movies, books, puzzles
• Outdoor recreation equipment
• Towels and washcloths
• Sheets, bedding, and pillows
• Tissues and toilet paper
• Hand soap
• Body wash, shampoo, conditioner
• Laundry detergent 
• Meals
• Coffee

• Vehicle (no parking on campus)
• Weapons of any kind
• Illegal drugs, paraphernalia, or products containing alcohol or THC
• Gambling-specific games
• Items with sexually suggestive content or photos
• Candles, incense, perfume, cologne
• Aerosol cans (dry shampoo, hairspray, body spray, room spray, etc.)
• Unsealed hygiene products
• Personal DVDs
• Extension cords or power strips