"The Focus environment is lovely. Safe. Secure. Happy."

The decision to enter treatment is a not an easy one. You can expect confidential, caring treatment by qualified staff and doctors on our private "park-like" campus.

We want every person entering treatment to have a healthy, comfortable and safe environment in which to begin healing.

Casual and comfortable clothes that fit and are easily laundered are the basic "rule of thumb". Because of limited space, we ask that you do not bring more than one week’s worth of clothes {seven outfits}. All items must be able to store neatly in the available drawer, and closet space. Any additional personal items will be sent home or stored until discharge. For your convenience we provide for your use washers, dryers, and laundry soap.

Clothing:
• Pants (jeans, khakis, sweats, chords) or shorts (at least mid-thigh length)
• Shirts with sleeves (no inappropriate language, images, or drug related messages, or tank tops are allowed)
• Pajamas/gown, and a robe
• Undergarments
• Jacket/Coat & Gloves (depending on season)
• Athletic Shoes (to be worn outside & for physical fitness)
• Casual Shoes, House Shoes, & Socks
• Modest Bathing Suit for use at YMCA (no bikinis, or thong bathing suits)
• Photo ID for use at the YMCA

Toiletries:
• Razor
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Toothbrush & Toothpaste
• Hairbrush/combo
• Soap & Deordorant
• Hair dryer/Curling Iron
• No more than 5 pieces of make-up (i.e. eyeliner, lipstick, foundations, powder, mascara)

Any solution with major alcoholic content such as mouthwash, hairspray, perfumes, and body sprays, etc. is not allowed. Irons and wire hangars are not allowed.

Towels, washcloths, sheets, bedspreads, and a pillow are provided. For health standards, your personal bedding is not allowed.

Medications

It is very important that you let Focus Admissions Staff know what medications you are currently taking at home, including over the counter medications.  Your Admissions Counselor will instruct you as to those medications that you need to bring with you.  Your medications should be in the original prescription bottles.  Pill planners or other storage containers or not permitted. If you are using herbal medications or vitamins, those should be brought to us in new, unopened bottles. We ask that you bring a 30 day supply of your prescription medication.  If during your stay your home medication requires a re-fill, Focus Healthcare medical staff will assist you with that process. Any subsequent costs/co-pay will be your financial responsibility. Please bring your prescription card if it separate from you health insurance card. The nursing staff will hold all medications.  Your physician will order medications that are appropriate for your medical condition and current treatment plan. As a patient at Focus Healthcare, you should know what medications you take and why you take them. Medication errors are the most common health care mistakes. If you do not recognize a medication, verify with the nurse that it is for you. It is permissible and encouraged for you to ask questions with regard to your medications. We encourage you to be an active participant in the medication management system. Written information is available for any medication that a patient may be taking.