I have been in a hospital, and in residential treatment (for depression/anxiety after a suicide attempt). And I can say, both of the rules were really quite the same.

As others stated, do not bring
- Anything with strings hanging off (hoodies, etc)
- Shoelaces (I was only allowed shoelaces in residential)
- Headphones for an mp3 player
- Anything sharp or can be MADE sharp (either by you or another patient)

Know that they will take your belongings (wallet, etc) and bag them and lock them. So don't bring large sums of money or your credit cards just to be safe. They will search your bag, and they may take some things away. But as you move up in the program, some things may be given back before you're released.

Things to bring
- quarters to make phone calls
- flip flops (for the shower)
- a list of your current medications (any medication for any health problem)
- lotion
- a comb/brush

They gave me my own tooth brush, but I bought a small bottle of toothpaste before I entered.

If anything, they will go over a lot of this with you before you're even admitted. Ask questions at any time and they will answer. If you are feeling suicidal, please go to an ER asap.

Please take care!