Local Program

This program is geared toward the patient who lives within a 1 hour drive of the Rice Diet Center and wishes to commute on a daily basis. Essentially, all aspects of the program are the same, although the patients will not live at the hotel. They are expected, however, to participate in the same activities during the same scheduled times, and their costs will be essentially the same.

For the program to be effective, full-time participation is required for at least 2 weeks, although the 4 week program is recommended. As local participants, you may resume participation at any time, on a weekly basis. All fees must be paid at the beginning of the program. Full participation includes 21 meals for the week and attendance to all lectures and activities.

The main advantage for local patients is the ability to get back on the program at your convenience, even if only for 1-2 weeks at a time.