Any liquid medications must be new and sealed. You should also bring a list of all your medications and dosages. A small amount of cash ($50 to $100 in smaller bills for store runs, vending machines, etc.). Your checkbook, credit card or debit card to pay for treatment medications.
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What kind of services does Nara offer?
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What can you bring into a rehab facility?
Nail clippers.Nail clippers are banned at some centers, but not all. Items to make your room feel more like home. You may be allowed to bring your own bedding, pillows and other items to make your room more comfortable. Make sure to double check with your rehab before packing any of these items.
How do I apply for an Nara program in Oregon?
NARA is licensed by the State of Oregon to provide mental health and residential addiction treatment services. To obtain complete information on eligibility, contact the admissions department. Admission to Residential Treatment is based upon a completed alcohol/drug assessment.
What do I need to bring to a mental hospital?
Your checkbook, credit card or debit card to pay for treatment medications. Your insurance cards and a form of identification (driver’s license, passport, etc.). A calling card (if your facility requires them for long distance phone calls). A notebook or journal. Stamps and envelopes if you wish to mail letters.
Hygiene and Beauty Products
You will need enough of these items to last for your full stay so pack accordingly. Keep in mind that most rehabs do not allow patients to bring aerosol products or items containing alcohol. Make sure that you accept these rules or you will have items confiscated.
Do Not Bring
To maintain the safety of residents and keep you all moving toward your goals, the following items are usually banned. Please do not try sneaking them in; it isn’t worth it.
What is the purpose of DBT?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
What is aftercare in rehab?
Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).
What is DBT used for?
DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
What is intimate partnership?
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery.
What is individual therapy?
Individual Therapy: In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
What is nutrition therapy?
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
What is the goal of alcoholism treatment?
The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence . Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence , reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning.
Why is inpatient treatment important?
Inpatient drug and alcohol treatment programs can provide someone with a new environment to help them focus solely on their addiction recovery.
Is alcohol allowed in toiletries?
All toiletries and beauty products taken to residential treatment are generally required to be alcohol-free, however, some centers may allow products with alcohol if alcohol is not listed as one of the first three ingredients in the product.
Do rehab centers allow certain items?
Each treatment center will have its own guidelines for what they will allow and prohibit. While almost all rehab centers do not allow certain items, the following items typically have varying guidelines:
What to wear to rehab?
If you’re unsure about how to pack for the weather, pack layering options, like T-shirts, sweaters, cardigans and jackets.
How long do you have to pack items in rehab?
If you arrive at your center and realize you’ve packed something prohibited, don’t worry! Most rehabs will send prohibited items home with the person who brought you to the center. Others will hold your items for 24 hours until someone comes to pick them up. In some cases, your center may store the items for you until you leave.
What do rehabs recommend?
For the most part, it’s recommended to bring the following: A list of names, addresses and phone numbers of those you wish to have involved in your treatment (loved ones, healthcare professionals, 12 step sponsors, etc.).
What to do if you pack something prohibited by mistake?
If you pack something prohibited by mistake, you’ll want to make sure those items will be returned at some point. If they will not store them, ask if they’ll ship them home for you. Packing for rehab can be easy! Just follow your center’s policies and ask questions if you’re unsure about an item.
What happens when you arrive at rehab?
Policies on extra items vary by center. When you arrive at rehab, you will check in and begin the admissions process. During this time, your center’s admissions team will inspect your bags to ensure safety and that no prohibited items are brought in.
Why are outside foods banned in rehab?
You’ll also find that outside food and drinks are banned because many centers maintain a moderate sugar and caffeine environment. Three meals a day, snacks and beverages will be provided to you. If you have special dietary needs, notify your rehab before you’re admitted.
What to wear to a scuba diving trip?
Be sure to bring seven days worth of comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing, including: shoes: comfy shoes for everyday wear, tennis shoes for activities/sports and flip flops for the shower. shirts: if bringing tank tops, make sure you also pack cardigans to wear with them to comply with your center’s dress code.
Do I Have to Bring My Own Bed Linens and Towels?
Generally, you will not. There are, of course, some programs that so ask this of you, but most don’t.
Can I Bring My Medication?
This question is addressed in depth in the article, “Can I Bring my Medications with Me to Rehab?”
Can I Bring Personal Items?
You won’t have a ton of downtime, but you will have enough that you may want to bring some things to help you pass the time.
Learn More About Our Treatment Programs
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FAQs About What to Bring
Q: I want my loved one to have spending money, but I’m worried the money won’t make it to the facility with them. How can I avoid this?