Are there any items residents are not allowed?

The following is a list of unacceptable (contraband) items that are not permitted by residents:

  • Electric razors (adult may have in lock-up storage)
  • Personal razors (adults may have in lock-up storage)
  • Food, snacks, Energy drinks, and gum
  • Electrical devices of any kind, other than curling irons and blow dryers
  • Cigarettes and other tobacco products (adults are allowed to smoke cigarettes)
  • Lighters, matches or any device that produces a flame
  • Candles, incense or any decorative items that burn
  • Prescription and over-the-counter drugs, unless approved by our psychiatrist
  • Illicit or “street” drugs
  • Weapons of any kind (knives, guns, chains, razors, scissors, etc.)
  • Alcohol of any kind
  • Racial or religious “hate” symbols or paraphernalia
  • Any item that can be used for self-mutilation
  • CDs, cassette tapes or recordings
  • Laptops, cell phones, stereos, DVDs and DVD players
  • Metal coat hangers
  • Nail polish