What Can I Bring to Treatment

What to Bring to Addiction Treatment

We understand that the prospect of signing up for and heading off to stay at an inpatient drug and alcohol treatment program can be intimidating. We want you to know that at our substance abuse rehab center, we provide the highest quality care to each and every one of our patients. When you or your loved one stays with us, we strive to meet your every material need in an effort to make the space as comfortable and inviting as is possible. However, there are a few items you should take with you when you come to Beginnings, and these are listed below.

Man packing a bag for addiction treatment

Here is a list of items you're allowed to bring:

To prepare for your journey to a full and lasting recovery, here is an itemized list of the personal items you should bring with you when come to stay with us to undergo drug or alcohol addiction treatment:

  • Jeans
  • Full Length Shorts
  • Tennis Shoes
  • House Shoes
  • Sandals
  • Bathing Suit
  • Sports Wear
  • Sweatshirt/Jacket
  • Undergarments
  • Seasonal appropriate clothing: bring clothes you can layer and adjust to cooler and warmer temperatures (pack for a week’s worth of clothing- there is a washer & dryer and supplies for washing provided by Beginnings
  • Pajamas
  • Hot tools (Straightener, Curling Iron, Blow dryer
  • Personal Blanket or Pillow
  • Notebooks
  • Pens & Pencils
  • Mp3 players with no wifi connection
  • Headphones
  • Your current prescription medication
  • Credit/Debit card for medication copays
  • Insurance Cards
  • Driver’s license/ or ID (Form of identification)
  • Brush/Combs
  • Books
  • Hats/beanies
  • Body wash, shampoo, conditioner, lotions (We provide those items as well)
  • Deodorant
  • Toothbrush/toothpaste
  • Personal photos of family/friends
  • Cash
  • Stationary, stamps, envelopes
  • Coloring books, crossword puzzles
  • List of phone numbers
  • Jewelry/watches (recommended to leave expensive items at home)
  • Alcohol-free mouthwash
  • Lighters
  • Unopened cigarettes
  • Unopened vape juice
  • Vapes
  • Make up
  • Razors

Prohibited Items:

  • Drugs / Drug Paraphernalia
  • Any Products Containing Alcohol
  • Food and Drinks
  • Any Clothing Referencing Drugs / Alcohol
  • Aerosol Products
  • Electronic Devices With WiFi Capabilities
  • Weapons / Sharps
  • Nail Polish Remover
  • Opened Vitamins or Supplements
  • Pornographic Material
  • Candles or Incense
  • Smart Watches
  • Video Game Consoles
  • Sporting Equipment
  • Revealing Clothing