What to Pack for Rehab
Bring your government ID, insurance cards, a medication list, and 7-14 days of comfortable clothes. Call your treatment center before you pack. Every facility has different rules about electronics, clothing, and what they provide.
What Should You Bring to Rehab?
Essentials:
- Government ID
- Insurance cards
- List of medications
- Comfortable clothes (7-14 days worth)
- Toiletries (basic)
- Phone numbers (written down)
Comfort items:
- Journal/notebook
- Books
- Photos of loved ones
- Comfort items (pillow, blanket)
What Should You NOT Bring?
- Substances (obviously)
- Weapons
- Valuables (expensive jewelry)
- Lots of cash
- Revealing clothing
- Electronics (varies by facility)
Why Should You Call Your Treatment Center First?
Every facility is different. Call and ask about:
- Electronics policy
- Clothing restrictions
- What they provide
- What to bring
- Visiting policy
- Communication policy
What Are Some Practical Packing Tips?
- Bring comfortable shoes
- Layers (temperature varies)
- Bring a pen
- Snacks (if allowed)
- Stamped envelopes (for letters)
What Should You Do Before You Leave?
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Call your treatment center. Ask what to bring.
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Pack light. Comfort over fashion.
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Bring ID and insurance. Don't forget these.
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Write down your medication list. Have it on paper.
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Bring a journal. You'll want it.
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Write down phone numbers. You won't have your phone contacts.
You're going to get better. Pack what you need.
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