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You've taken an
important first step in your recovery process by asking for information
on Main Street Project's detoxification unit. The following will
clarify our intake process, and our expectations of all clients who
are accepted into this unit. Please review all attached information
and return the complete document, signed, when presenting for intake.
If you have questions while preparing for your intake, please ask any
member of our staff, or call us directly at 982-8245.
Information
available on this page includes:
Intake Process:
1. All clients
must provide a completed MSP medical clearance form at the time of their
intake. This form should be completed by your regular physician,
where possible, and must include:
- All general client
and physician information at the top of the form;
- A listing of all
existing medical issues;
- A listing of known
medical issues that are no longer a concern;
- A listing of all
required medications, and what they are for;
- A listing of
medications on file with MSP, but no longer required (if you
have used MSP services in the past, please ask if we have
medications on file that need to be addressed, as this can have
a significant impact on your intake process);
- Any additional
comments your physician feels are relevant to your intake.
MSP medical
clearance forms are only valid for 72 hours after completion by your
physician.
2. Clients must
present with sufficient medications, as outlined by your physician in
the medical clearance form, for the entirety of your stay at MSP. All
medications must be current, in appropriately labeled containers, and
include clearly outlined dosage instructions. Clients presenting
without necessary medications or with medications that do not meet
the guidelines above will be denied access to the detox unit until
those issues can be corrected.
3. Clients must
present with only those personal items that are listed on the
attached guideline for what you are allowed to bring into the MSP
detox unit. There are no exceptions, and as we do not have room
available for storage, those arriving with additional items will not
be allowed access into the unit. Please make suitable arrangements
for your items prior to arrival.
4. Clients must
review, and accept the house rules outlined in this document. The
rules are written to ensure everyone an equal opportunity to heal,
discover, and move forward in recovery.
5. Clients must
review and sign this document, indicating understanding and
acceptance of all MSP detox guidelines. If you have any questions,
please ask before your intake.
6. Once you have
presented with all required information, a full intake appointment
will be arranged. This meeting will help us to assess how our
services can be of value to you. No intake is final until this
meeting has been completed, and the intake approved. Intake
appointments must be made in person, and cannot be accommodated over
the phone.
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General Intake Requirements:
As a condition
for entry into the MSP detoxification unit, clients must agree to:
- Allow for the search
of personal items, at the discretion of staff, both upon intake,
and throughout your stay.
- Turn over all
medications to be used during your stay.
- Participate, at the
discretion of staff, in substance use testing.
Failure to consent
to any of the above will be grounds for immediate discharge.
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Packing List - Items Allowed in MSP Detox:
The following is
a checklist outlining the maximum number of items allowed in to the
MSP detox unit with each client, not including what they wear in.
Hygiene related items can be provided if necessary. Pajamas, towels,
slippers, and housecoats will be provided to all incoming clients.
Storage space is
limited to one half-locker per person. As such, only one average
sized bag per person please. No hockey bags or suitcases are allowed.
Clothing, up to a
maximum of:
- one jacket
- one
sweater/sweatshirt
- three shirts
- three pairs of pants
- five pairs of socks
- five pairs of
underwear
Clients can have
their clothing laundered only once during their stay - please pack
accordingly.
Personal hygiene
items allowed:
- one tube toothpaste
- one deodorant
- one bar/bottle of
soap
- one bottle shampoo
- one toothbrush
- feminine products
- shaving equipment
- blow dryer
- brush or comb
Other items
allowed:
- sealed
tobacco/cigarettes
- long distance phone
card
- money (for snack
machines)
Items NOT
ALLOWED:
- no cell phones
- personal music
players;
- no hairspray,
cologne, perfume, nail polish or remover
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House Rules:
The following
rules have been developed to ensure an environment that promotes
respect, healing, and a move towards recovery. Clients are expected to
adhere to these rules without fail. Where staff believe that a rule
has not been followed, the client will receive only one warning - the
second incident will usually result in a discharge. Serious incidents
will result in an immediate discharge.
- Respect of staff,
other clients, and MSP property is expected at all times.
- Substance possession
and/or use within this facility will result in an immediate
discharge.
- Profane language is
not allowed.
- Intimidating or
violent behaviors will not be tolerated.
- Provocative dress is
not allowed, and is at the discretion of MSP staff.
- Attendance at all
house meetings, groups, AA, CA, and NA gatherings is mandatory.
- All food will be
eaten in the dining area only.
- Clients are to
maintain their assigned sleeping area, eating areas, lounge, and
bathroom facilities in a clean and tidy condition. Beds are
expected to be made each day.
- All clients will
participate in daily chores involving the cleaning of common
areas.
- Smoking is only
allowed in the courtyard area.
- TV off times and
bedtimes are posted in the common areas, and must be adhered to.
- Clients are to
refrain from lying on, or putting their feet on the furniture.
- Outside appointments
are not allowed during the first five days. Only specific
appointments will be allowed after that point, at the discretion
of MSP staff.
- Visitors are not
allowed within the MSP detox unit. Please advise family and
friends prior to intake that you will be unavailable for
physical contact for the duration of your stay.
- There is a telephone
provided for clients to make local calls. No incoming calls are
allowed, and we cannot accept telephone messages for clients.
Clients needing access to long distance services must bring a
prepaid phone card upon intake.
- After intake,
deliveries must be limited to money, sealed cigarettes, or phone
cards. Staff must be made aware of any incoming deliveries prior
to their arrival.
- The kitchen area is
for employees only - all clients are expected to remain outside
that area.
- We strongly
discourage the development of intimate relationships while in
the unit. Any inappropriate contact will be immediately
addressed by staff.
- Any items provided to
you during your stay, such as pajamas, bedding, and towels must
be returned upon discharge. Failure to do so may result in
future restrictions from our unit.
- MSP cannot be
responsible for lost items. Clients are expected to take all
personal belongings upon discharge, including medications, as we
are unable to store them. Any items left behind will be disposed
of after five days.
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