What to Bring

The admissions team will provide the most current packing instructions before arrival. In general, individuals may be asked to bring:


  • Photo identification and insurance or Medicaid card, if available
  • Contact information for healthcare providers, emergency contacts, and referral sources
  • A current medication list and pharmacy information
  • Approved medications in original pharmacy-labeled containers, as instructed
  • A limited supply of comfortable, seasonally appropriate clothing
  • Basic personal-care items that meet program safety requirements
  • Required medical, legal, referral, or discharge documents
  • Any approved accessibility or medical-support items discussed in advance
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For safety, certain belongings may be restricted, secured, inventoried, or sent home. Items commonly prohibited or limited in treatment settings may include:


  • Alcohol, cannabis, non-prescribed drugs, or drug paraphernalia
  • Weapons or items that could create a safety risk
  • Medications not disclosed to or approved by staff
  • Products containing alcohol or other restricted ingredients
  • Valuables or large amounts of cash
  • Outside food, beverages, supplements, or tobacco and nicotine products not permitted by current policy
  • Electronics or personal items restricted by program policy


Before packing: Please use the program-specific list provided by admissions. Do not rely only on this website summary, as permitted items and quantities may change.