As much as possible, the Addiction Recovery Program attempts to replicate a normal living environment, within the confines of a medical hospital.   With the exception of the detoxification component of the program, all patient meals will be provided in a communal dining room, where patients are also free to make tea and coffee throughout the day.  A varied menu is provided, and we are able to accommodate any special dietary requirements - please advise the staff on admission.  Televisions are provided in the lounge areas of the hospital only, along with daily newspapers.  Patients are expected to make their own beds each day (with the exception of detoxification patients), and linen will be changed as required.
Patients are expected to make their own arrangements for their personal laundry requirements.  If they are unable to do so, the hospital can assist, though a charge will be incurred for these services.

What to bring when coming into hospital  
 All patients are to bring all current medications (in the original packaging) to the hospital on admission. Any pre-existing prescribed drugs, which are not brought in at the time of admission, can be supplied by the hospital but at additional cost.
 Patients attending the ARP are to bring:

• Comfortable sleepwear, including a dressing gown and slippers
• Comfortable workout clothes
• Casual clothing
• Alarm clock
• Toiletries (these will be checked for alcohol content)
• Photos of friends & family
• Favourite pillow (a doona may also be brought in if desired)
• Musical instruments if desired
• Art supplies (such as sketch pads and pencils/paints) if desired
• Writing supplies (journals, stationery, stamps)
• Reading materials
• Health insurance /  Medicare details