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What to Expect

Arrival: We will help you in whatever capacity needed.  If you are arriving by airplane or train, we will pick you up at the appropriate location.

Entering the Program:  The Director, our Doctor, and our Physical Trainer will meet with you upon your entry into the program.  Your case worker will meet with you within 1–2 business days to begin the counseling process.

Day to Day:  View a sample of our weekly schedule.

What to Bring

Clothing (determination of inappropriate attire will be at staff's discretion and inappropriate clothing will be shipped home at your expense):

• Dress for therapy should be casual and in good taste.  Clothing that depicts alcohol, drugs, sex, violence, gambling, or any clothing deemed inappropriate by staff is not allowed.
• Appropriate attire: jeans, casual slacks, sport shirts, skirts, dresses that are knee-length or longer, jogging suits, and appropriate-length shorts such as Bermuda/walking shorts.
• Open shirts, swimwear, etc. are allowed only for recreational and fitness activities and are considered inappropriate for therapy, meals, and meetings.
• Bathing suits for women should be one-piece, without high-cut legs or revealing tops.  Bathing suits for men must be the boxer-type.
• Undergarments are required for all patients (i.e., bras, underpants, and athletic supporters), as indicated.
• Lightweight jackets and sweaters are recommended for eveningwear year-round.  A heavier coat or jacket is recommended for winter months.
• We recommend that you bring a limited amount of clothing (limit 2 suitcases and 1 carry-on).  Laundry facilities, including supplies, are available for patient use.  Irons and ironing boards are accessible, but we suggest that wash-and-wear clothing will be more convenient.
• Flat-soled or tennis shoes are recommended.  Shoes and/or slippers must be worn outside your room.
• Insurance card.

Suggested additional clothing:

• Hiking boots or shoes with a sturdy heel.
• Sunglasses and hat or visor. (Sunglasses are to be worn outside only.)
• Appropriate beach attire.

Reading material is limited to recovery-related topics. All books are subject for review by the staff.

Any electrical items, such as hair dryers and curling irons, will be checked for safety.

What Not To Bring

Upon admission, our staff will examine you and check your belongings. Please do not bring the following:

• Nutritional supplements.
• Excessive or expensive jewelry.
• Radios, tape recorders/CD players, tapes, TV, mobile phones, laptops, electronic address books, audio/video equipment, or cameras.
• Exercise equipment, craft materials, musical instruments, or irons.
• Reading material not related to recovery.  Novels, magazines, or publications may not be brought in.  Books relevant to treatment will be assessed upon arrival.
• Pillows or blankets.
• Shoe polish, soap, detergent, or bleach.
• Glass items.
• Straight razors, razorblades, pocketknives, knitting needles, crochet hooks, or metal hairpieces.
• Aerosol products.
• Products containing alcohol (i.e., mouthwash, aftershave, facial toner, perfume, lotions, etc.).
• Illegal substances or mood-altering drugs.
• Firearms and/or ammunition.
• Clothing that depicts alcohol, drugs, sex, violence, gambling, or any clothing deemed inappropriate by staff.

It is recommended that you lock up any valuables not in your immediate possession.  A safe is provided for this purpose.  The Shores staff cannot be responsible for your valuables.