Preparing for Your Stay

Today is the day: What to bring, how to plan, and what to expect on the first day of treatment

What to Expect

Someone from our admissions team who has been in your shoes, will be there to greet you on our property. A bed will be made up with fresh linens along with a towel and washcloth. A brief intake interview will be conducted to ensure we have all the information we need to provide you with the best care. Often a current guest on property will give you a tour of the grounds so you know where everything is located. This also encourages and allows the guest giving the tour to be of service. That’s how our program works.

How To Prep

You or your loved one is embarking on a journey that begins with the difficult step of leaving their home. When you are a guest at Discovery Place, you are a guest in our home. Our dedicated kitchen staff will prepare all of your meals and fully stocked laundry facilities are available for you to use.

What To Bring

Toiletries: Toothbrush and toothpaste, soap, deodorant, shampoo, comb, brush, shaving supplies, etc

Medication: At least a 30 day supply of any prescription medication, in the original container.

Seasonally appropriate clothes. (T-Shirts in Summer, A warm Jacket in Winter) Plenty of socks and underwear

What NOT To Bring

Cologne, mouth wash (anything with alcohol as an ingredient), Snack foods, Energy Drinks, controlled medication (Xanax, Adderall, Suboxone, etc).

Digital/Wi-Fi Devices: Tablets, Laptops, Phones, Smart Watches, etc.

FAQ's

Here are some common questions we get from addicts and their loved ones about getting clean and sober, how to pay for treatment, and what it’s like to come to Discovery Place.

What if my loved one won’t go to rehab?

You may be surprised by how much influence you actually have! Most of us came to Discovery Place because of decisions made by our loved ones. This is actually a big part of what we do. We were the fathers and sons in the same position as your fathers and sons. Call our drug rehab in Nashville and we will tell you about effective means of communication, emphasize expressions of love and concern, and answer any questions pertaining to your specific relationship.

If your loved one accepts the prospect of Discovery Place, it’s important to move quickly. We’ll help you with all the next steps. And if your loved one isn’t interested in accepting help, it’s a good time to consider the choices you can make to protect yourself and to prevent any actions that make a life of addiction comfortable and possible. It is also important to note that addiction interventions are often necessary to get individuals into treatment.

Is your 12 step program the right fit for me?

It’s true, our programs have produced long-term sobriety for 83% of participants. But you probably think what you have going on, or the details of your specific circumstance, are a recipe for failure. We felt that way too. Every one of us. Our disease not only tells us we don’t have a disease, but that we’re also the only ones on earth dealing with what we’re dealing with. Trust us. We were there. We can help. You are not alone, and you don’t have to live as though you are any longer.

How can I leave my life for 30 day rehab?

It’s true, the prospect of taking 30 days away from daily life can be daunting. However, alcoholism and addiction are progressive illnesses – meaning the symptoms and their consequences tend to grow in severity. Unfortunately, you can’t afford not to focus your undivided attention upon your recovery. The tools, fellowship, and internal shift found in our program will equip you for dealing with life in an entirely new way.

When we are using and drinking, no matter what we think is true, we’re much more of a burden on our families than a source of support. Our programs, ranging from 30 days to one year, are designed to create long-term sobriety because reliability of character is what your loved ones need most. When you return home from our drug rehab in Nashville, those seemingly overwhelming challenges from before will now be possible to move through.