Admissions Criteria

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To be admitted to Mockingbird Hill Recovery Center:

  • Must be male 18 years or older 
  • Must submit to frequent, random drug and alcohol screening 
  • Must be mentally and physically able to participate in program 
  • Must agree to follow Mockingbird Hill’s  rules and guidelines 
  • Must be willing to participate in his own recovery 
  • Primary issue must be substance abuse/dependence
  • If coming from hospital or detox, must provide release documentation including detox’s assessment 
  • Must pay for all program fees and/or actively seek to secure insurance and state residential fee coverage
This facility cannot provide treatment for people needing MEDICAL DETOX (or some higher level of care), SEX OFFENDERS, INDIVIDUALS WITH A VIOLENT HISTORY, or INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES.

What to Bring for Residential Stay

All items are subject to search by staff  prior to being brought into the facility. 

Don’t over pack; storage space is limited to a standing locker and a foot locker for each client.

  • Identification: Official form of ID (State ID, Driver's License, Passport, etc.)

  • Personal hygiene: Each client may bring personal hygiene products such as deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste, comb/brush, shaving cream, safety razors, lotion, and hair dryer. Clients are encouraged to bring a case or caddy of their own to store/transport these items to the bathroom during shower times. (Note: we will supply shampoo and body wash.)

  • Clothing: The clothing guideline at Mockingbird Hill is casual, yet tasteful and appropriate (nothing graphic, offensive or revealing). Clients are encouraged to bring comfortable clothing. You will have access to a coin-operated laundry machine, so a 7- to 10-day supply of clothing is recommended. Keep in mind, space may be limited, so please do not overpack. Clients are not permitted to wear open-toed shoes unless wearing socks. Shower shoes must be worn in the shower. Please pack clothes and shoes appropriate to wear while using our gym and engaging in outdoor physical activities. (Note: upon admission, your clothes will be placed into a high heat dryer for 30 minutes for infection control.)

  • Prescriptions: Please review the approved medications list to determine which prescribed medications can be brought to the facility. Specialized medication such as an inhaler for respiratory conditions, Epi-pens, Insulin pens, etc. are allowed. Please bring all medications you are currently taking in the correct labeled bottles received from your pharmacy. All medications will be reviewed by our medical team upon admission and stored until scheduled monitoring times. Any medications which are not approved and/or are on the prohibited medications list will be destroyed.  

  • Smoking: Residents are allowed to smoke during designated daily breaks but NO VAPES.

  • Electronics: TVs are available in community rooms and are shared during selected times.

What NOT to Bring for Residential Stay

All items are subject to search by staff  prior to being brought into the facility. 

Don’t over pack; storage space is limited to a standing locker and a foot locker for each client.

  • Alcohol and Drugs: Alcohol, illicit drugs, and any non-prescription drugs (this includes cannabis and vapes in any form) are strictly prohibited on MBH property.

  • Over The Counter Medicines & Supplements: OTC medications and Supplements can not be brought to the facility.

  • Personal Electronics & Cell Phones: Residents are not allowed to have any electronics in their possession while at Mockingbird Hill. 

  • Cash & Valuables: We do not have vending machines, so residents do not need to have cash or change on them. Valuable jewelry and other items of value should not be brought to the facility.

  • Weapons: Weapons of all types including legally obtained and permitted firearms are not permitted anywhere on MBH property.

  • Linens: MBH provides blankets, pillows, pillow cases, towels and sheets. Our beds are twin size.

  • Laundry supplies are provided to residents at no cost. 

  • Appliances: Personal appliances are not permitted anywhere on MBH property including but not limited to: space heaters, heating pads, coffee makers, microwaves, and/or toaster ovens.

  • Any items that a resident cannot have on his person while in treatment, will be securely locked until discharge.

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