What to Bring to Rehab

When you’re preparing for a stay, knowing what to bring to rehab can help things go smoothly for you and ensure you feel comfortable and prepared.
We look forward to welcoming you to your new life of purpose and recovery. If you’re wondering what to bring to rehab, we’ve put together a list of recommended items to ensure you have everything you need during your treatment experience. During your stay, we recommend that you bring the following:
Please thoroughly read and adhere to the following guidelines. Your bags will be inspected for prohibited items during the admissions process. Any items not allowed will either be sent home or held on-site until discharge and will not be accessible during treatment.
Clothing
- Enough clothing for 7 days appropriate for the weather
- Comfortable pajamas or sleepwear
- A robe and slippers for comfort
- Workout clothes if you plan on participating in any physical activities
- Comfortable shoes for walking or light exercise
- Note: All items must fit into one full-sized suitcase, duffle bag, or other bag. An additional small personal-sized bag (approximately the size of a backpack) and a bag to protect your technology (e.g., laptop)
We Recommend Leaving This Clothing at Home:
- Tube tops, halter tops, tank tops, low-cut tops, and muscle 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 must be at least mid-thigh length
Personal Hygiene Items
- *A toothbrush and toothpaste
- *Shampoo and conditioner
- *Soap or body wash
- A hairbrush or comb
- *Deodorant
- *Shaving supplies (if applicable)
- *Skincare products (e.g., moisturizer, facial cleanser)
- Lip balm
- *Contact solution and its case (new sealed bottle of solution/case)
- Reading glasses
- Hearing aids
- Other medical devices (as approved by nursing)
- *Feminine hygiene products (tampons and pads must be new and sealed)
*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.
Miscellaneous
- Books are allowed but limit the quantity and be mindful of the topic and content. We also have a large library of books
- Personal Bibles and journals, or other faith and recovery texts are encouraged in addition to leisure books
- Art supplies, such as coloring books, markers, gel pens, etc., are generally allowed
- Heated hair styling devices may be allowed on a case-by-case basis
- A journal or notebook (if you prefer a specific one)
- Pens or pencils
- A reusable water bottle
- Snacks, within reason – check with facility for specifics; some snacks are provided daily in addition to three fully prepared meals
- A watch (non-smart) for keeping track of time
- Laptop, headphones, charging cable (if desired)
- A small amount of cash for incidentals, e.g. vending machine or Nespresso pods. Amazon orders are allowed for permissible items; all packages must be delivered to the Front Office for opening and inspection
- Earplugs or a sleep mask if you’re a light sleeper
- Laundry detergent (new, unopened) if something other than provided is desired
- A list of emergency contacts and important phone numbers
- A photo ID and insurance card
Medications and Supplements
- Any prescription medications in their original bottles
- Over-the-counter medications (as approved by the facility) 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.
What We Provide
- A Bible and/or 12-Step literature will be provided if requested
- Towels and washcloths
- Sheets, bedding, and pillows
- Tissues and toilet paper
- Hand soap
- Laundry detergent (TIDE Original liquid)
- Keurig machine and pods
- Games, movies, books
Prohibited Items
- 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, etc.
- Aerosol cans (dry shampoo, hairspray, body spray, room spray, etc.)
- Extension cords or power strips
- Hygiene products that contain alcohol (hand sanitizer, cologne, etc.)
- Fragrances, colognes
- Personal DVDs
Please check with RockBridge for any specific guidelines or restrictions unique to the facility. This list should help you ensure you have everything you need for a comfortable and successful stay.

What We Treat
We take a whole-person approach, using evidence-based best practices to address your unique mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health needs. We listen, we respect, we understand, and we help.

Our Programs
In developing individualized personalized care plans for our patients, we use a variety of therapeutic approaches based on your needs and desires – including health realization, motivational interviewing, 12 step, cognitive behavioral therapy, SMART recovery, relapse prevention and more.

Why RockBridge
Whether you’re choosing treatment because you’ve had years of struggle or months, we can help. Our faith-filled program will help you not only work through the guilt and shame of struggling with addiction, but give you tools to keep you on the right path going forward.

Most major insurance payers accepted.