The staff at Skyland Trail will work with you to reach your independent recovery goals during your treatment. We want to ensure your stay is as rewarding and pleasant as possible. This information is designed to introduce you to some tips and basic facts, which are frequently asked, by our clients and their families. If you should have further questions, please feel free to ask any staff member for assistance.

Casual attire is suggested while on the grounds. However, with the wide variety of activities available (i.e., gardening, swimming, sports, job seeking, symphonies, plays), it is best to bring a wardrobe, which is appropriate for a wide array of functions.

Skyland Trail will provide you with soap, toilet paper, towels and sheets, laundry detergent and other cleaning supplies. Each client is responsible for providing their own shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, and any other personal hygiene products which they may desire.

We recommend that clients do not bring items of value, such as jewelry or large amounts of cash. Skyland Trail can secure your money in our safe and we will help create a reasonable budget, if you so desire. Clients are NOT to have any type of weapons, alcohol, street or non- prescription drugs in their possession.

Visitation hours are determined on an individual basis. Visitation hours and curfews are extended as clients move closer to independence.

Visitors must be introduced to staff upon arrival.

Clients must have a pass to leave the grounds during free time and return by their set curfews. Clients MUST sign out/in at the staff office when they are leaving and returning.

The client's phone is located in the dayroom and available for use during free time.

It is thoughtful to limit calls to ten minutes when others are waiting.

Private calls to physicians can be made from the office phone.

Clients are encouraged to keep as little cash on them as possible.

Skyland Trail does not provide postage stamps. Please bring a supply of them if you are planning to mail letters. Otherwise, staff can assist you in purchasing them.

Skyland Trail is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas outside on the grounds.

TV/VCR
A television and VCR are provided for the clients in the dayroom. They are available for use SUNDAY - THURSDAY between 7 AM and 10 PM, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY from 7AM to 11 PM.

Clients are permitted to bring their own walkmans, radios, and alarm clocks for use in their bedroom.

Do not bring additional furniture to the residential facility. Rooms are completely furnished with little space for additional pieces. Clients are encouraged to personalize their rooms with personal items, and small decorations. Laundry Services

Washers, Dryers and laundry detergent are provided for client use.

Clients are responsible for washing their own clothes, towels and linens. Staff will assist if necessary.

Linens and Towels

Skyland Trail provides each client with two complete sets of linens and towels. Additional sets can be provided at the client's expense.

All linens and towels issued to clients are inventoried by staff and must be returned upon discharge.

Clients are provided three nutritious meals each day. Snack times are posted.

Meals are planned with the assistance of Skyland Trail staff and a Nutritionist.

Clients are encouraged to participate in grocery shopping twice a week. Items purchased by Skyland Trail are stored and eaten in the community kitchen area.

Participation: All clients are expected to participate fully in the program according to their individualized treatment plan.

Psychiatrist: Clients are required to have a private psychiatrist while living at Skyland Trail. Staff can offer referrals if necessary.

Appointments: Clients are required to see their psychiatrist monthly unless specified differently by the psychiatrist. Skyland Trail staff will transport clients to medical appointments but encourage clients to provide their own transportation or to utilize the local public transit system to increase independence.

Transportation: Van transportation is available for Skyland Trail sponsored activities. As clients progress through the program, staff will assist clients in familiarizing themselves with MARTA routes applicable to their living arrangements.

Attire: Clients are required to wear shirts and shoes while in the common areas. Night clothes are not to be worn outside of individual rooms.

Clients are responsible for demonstrating appropriate adult behavior as established in the Resident Handbook.

The Resident Handbook will be thoroughly explained prior to admission.

The residential program can house up to forty-six (46) adults at two facilities.

The facilities are supervised by staff 24 hours a day.

Clients are given the responsibility of both individual and common area cleanliness, as this skill is important in living independently. Staff is available to teach appropriate skills as necessary.

Clients are given an opportunity to act as a leader and decision-maker, with an election by their peers as a House Manager once a month during the weekly house meetings. The House Manager oversees client chores and follow-up, and together with staff, acting as house council, can give extended privileges.

Once again, welcome to our facility and good luck in the pursuit of your goals