The family member stays for free in the apartment and may attend selected programs. Many participants have weekend visitors. There are also a limited number of pet buildings if you would like to bring a small pet. After several days, many participants report having increased energy, an improved sense of well being, and being able to sleep better. Sometimes a participant's weight loss requires medication levels be adjusted.
Many people are pleased to learn that they can reduce or even eliminate some of their medications.
Some participants do find that, at least for the first few days, they feel fatigued and irritable as their bodies adjust to fewer calories and more exercise. These adjustments usually are completed after the first week. Others say the first week's busy class schedule is like being back in college. The schedule does become more relaxed over time. Heavy caffeine drinkers may find they need adjust to the caffeine-free diet by arranging to drink small amounts of caffeine.