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Tips Before Moving In

You’re approved.
Now let’s get you safely to move-in.

This window can be vulnerable. Keep it simple and stay connected.

Stay Connected

  • Keep your phone on and charged

  • Respond to texts/calls from us

  • Tell us early if anything changes

 

If you use, miss a call, or feel like backing out, tell us. Honesty helps make this process smooth!

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Stay Steady

  • Avoid high-risk people and places

  • Eat, hydrate, sleep

  • Keep a basic daily routine

  • Reach out for support if cravings spike

  • You don’t need to be perfect. Just stay steady.

What To Bring

Keep it simple. Bring what you need to get started, not everything you own.

  • Photo ID

  • Medicaid card / insurance info

  • SNAP card (if applicable)

  • Approved medications only (in original containers)

  • 3–7 days of everyday clothes

  • Warm coat

  • Comfortable shoes

  • Basic toiletries

  • Phone + charger

  • Important documents (court paperwork, discharge papers, etc.)

  • A small notebook or journal (optional)

What NOT To Bring

For everyone’s safety and comfort, staff will review belongings together with you at move-in.

The following items may delay or prevent move-in:

  • Drugs or alcohol (of any kind)

  • Unapproved or controlled medications

  • Weapons of any kind

  • Drug paraphernalia

  • Large amounts of cash

  • Excessive personal property (multiple bags, storage bins, large electronics)

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