What should I bring to White Sands?

We recommend that you pack the following:

• Personal hygiene products such as deodorant, toothpaste, shampoo and shower gel. Please note that you cannot bring any products that contain alcohol and they must be new and unopened.
• Clothing for seven to ten days, which you can wash in our laundry facilities. Ideally, these clothes should be comfortable and appropriate for wearing in the company of the other patients in the center. This means that shirts with confrontational or offensive messages should be avoided, as well as revealing clothing. Workout clothes will be useful, as we offer exercise programs that can help to facilitate recovery.
• Books and magazines may help with your recovery. Motivational books are especially useful.
• Guests are encouraged to use their ATM/Debit cards to place money on their patient account for store purchases (Please note, shopping requests are only facilitated once a week).
• Do not bring any over-the-counter medications. Prescription medications must be brought in original containers.
• It is crucial that you also bring any and all health information documentation that you have on your current health status and information regarding any current conditions you are being treated for.  Your health insurance card will also be needed for processing upon your arrival.

If you or a loved one needs help with abuse and/or treatment, please call the WhiteSands Treatment at (877) 855-3470. Our addiction specialists can assess your recovery needs and help you get the addiction treatment that provides the best chance for your long-term recovery.