Prior to admission, each resident is required to complete a Resident Application, all intake documentation, and sign a contract for behavior and conduct.

Residents will have orientation which will include review of the following:

— Resident Agreement

— Housing cost expectations and payment schedule

— Resident Handbook

— Staff contact information

— Policies and procedures

— Emergency procedures

— Communicable disease policy

1. All residents must submit to random drug and alcohol testing upon request by all staff members. Failure to submit will be deemed a positive test and can result in immediate dismissal.

2. Absolutely no use or possession of drugs or alcohol is allowed on or off property.

3. Residents give consent to all staff members to search a resident's house, room, vehicle, personal belongings, and/or person, at any time, with or without the resident present for the search.

4. No smoking, vaping, or tobacco use of any kind is allowed inside of the house. There is a ZERO tolerance policy for smoking indoors and/or in non-designated smoking areas. Failure to comply may result in immediate dismissal. Do not throw cigarette butts anywhere except in designated ashtrays.

5. Daily showers are required and should be limited to 15 minutes. Personal care items should be kept in the resident’s room and taken to the bathroom for showers. Clean tub/shower after each use, disposing of loose hair.

6. Curfew for all residents is as follows: 9:00 PM Sunday - Thursday and 11:00 PM Friday - Saturday. If a resident is at work and unable to return to the property by curfew time, the resident must notify staff prior to curfew. (A time sheet may be requested to show proof of hours worked).

7. All residents are required to attend a minimum of 2 supplementary support meetings (AA/NA) per week. All residents are required to attend Monday Night Righteous Group Meeting beginning at 7:00PM

8. Every Thursday, starting at 7:00 PM, all residents are required to attend their respective house meeting (this counts as a meeting). Maintaining a communal living space requires open communication; weekly house meetings provide opportunities to solve conflicts with the people you live with.

9. Residents must purchase their own food, drinks, personal hygiene products, and any other product that is not already provided for them.

10. Noise levels need to be reduced by 9:00 PM out of respect for your housemates.

11. Reasonable noise levels are to be always maintained. No yelling, screaming, or excessively loud music/TV. TV use should be at minimal sound levels.

12. Residents must attain authorization from staff and complete the required paperwork before bringing a vehicle on-site. Residents must have a valid driver's license, and the vehicle must have current registration and insurance.

13. All residents must pay their rent weekly to the designated staff member unless prior arrangements have been made.

14. All residents must be actively seeking employment, be enrolled in school, or volunteering in the community. The

15. House manager will give residents a detailed outline of what is specifically expected of each resident at admission in the intake packet.

16. If a resident has any concerns for another resident's well-being, they should notify staff immediately.

17. Residents are not permitted to borrow/loan money, cosmetics, or personal belongings.

18. Residents are responsible for doing their own laundry on the premises. If a resident wishes to complete their laundry outside of Righteous Living Housing, the laundry must be put through the dryer for at least 30 minutes once they return. Laundry days will be assigned by housing staff. The last load of laundry must be in the dryer before 8:00 PM. Clean the lint trap after each use.

19. No resident will be allowed in another resident's room unless accompanied by an additional resident who resides in said room.

20. Any disrespect towards staff will not be tolerated (this includes yelling, disobeying staff directives, taunting, physical/verbal assaults, etc.) and may result in immediate dismissal.

21. Any disrespect towards other residents will not be tolerated (this includes teasing, bullying, stealing, physical and verbal assaults, etc.) and may result in immediate dismissal. Absolutely no derogatory statements aimed at another person regarding race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or lack of religion will be tolerated.

22. Residents may be discharged for fighting, stealing, or possession of drugs or alcohol on or off property, as well as any illegal behavior.

23. No weapons of any kind are allowed on the property.

24. No sexual activity of any kind is permitted on property (as well as pornography).

25. No gambling of any kind is permitted on or off the property.

26. Residents may never open the door to anyone they do not know or perceive as a threat.

27. Residents may never leave any doors or windows unlocked.

28. Residents are responsible for any damage or destruction of Righteous Living property.

29. Residents may not remove any Righteous Living property from any designated area or house.

30. Righteous Living and our affiliates are in no way responsible or liable for a resident's lost, damaged, or stolen personal property, nor can it be held liable for any injuries or damages caused on behalf of the resident's negligence. This includes, but is not limited to, injury to themselves or another resident.

31. All personal property left behind by a resident upon departure or discharge will be stored by Righteous Living for no longer than 72 hours (unless prior arrangements have been made), before being donated.

32. Any resident's willful behavior deemed damaging to the reputation and well-being of Righteous Living is subject to immediate dismissal.

33. The Resident Rules and Resident Agreement are subject to change at any time at the discretion of Righteous Living.

The following is expected of each resident:

1. To maintain a living environment that is safe, clean, and welcoming.

2. To participate in community chores and maintain the cleanliness of all shared and personal living spaces.

3. To ensure all beds are made prior to 8:00 AM on weekdays and 10:00 AM on weekends (this allows for more productive days and creates attainable daily structure for a regular work week).

4. To ensure all clothes are folded neatly or hung in designated dressers or closets.

5. To ensure all bed sheets are changed and washed weekly.

6. To store all food properly in the kitchen. No food is allowed in the bedrooms.

7. To ensure no dishes, silverware, glasses, cups, pots, pans, or any other items are to be left in sinks or on counters after use (Immediately clean and place in dishwasher).

8. To ensure all countertops and surfaces are cleaned and wiped down daily.

9. To ensure floors are swept daily.

10. To keep any bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas clean and well organized.

11. To be conservative with water/electricity (Shut off lights when leaving rooms, turn off fans when not in use, and check faucets for leaks).

12. To turn off all lights and appliances before leaving the house.

13. To ensure all exterior grounds are cleaned, including front and rear.

Personal Code of Conduct

All residents must read and agree to the following personal code of conduct, outlining appropriate and expected behavior during the duration of stay:

1. I will always remain abstinent from alcohol and non-prescription drugs.

2. I will submit to alcohol and drug-screening regularly and on demand.

3. I will inform Righteous Living staff of all prescriptions I may receive from a physician and follow the policy on the storage and dispensing of medication.

4. I will always treat others with respect and consideration.

5. I will work to resolve conflicts quickly and effectively.

6. I will discuss and resolve problems regularly and during weekly house meetings.

7. I will arrive on time, attend, and take an active role in house meetings.

8. I will abide by all house rules, including compliance with personal and community living expectations, and visitor policies.

9. I will actively work to improve my interactions with others, share with them, work to build unity, and will work to advance not only my own but others' personal growth.

10. I will not discriminate against others due to place of origin, race, sexual orientation, beliefs, body type, physical size, or other differences.

11. I will not threaten, bully, or impose violence onto others.

12. I will be honest and not demonstrate dishonest behaviors including stealing, lying, cheating, etc.

13. I will not engage in illegal activities.

14. I will not possess contraband including drugs, alcohol, pornography, firearms, products containing alcohol, or other materials that may undermine or pose a risk to the recovery of other participants.

15. I will notify staff immediately if I become aware that another resident possesses contraband including drugs, alcohol, pornography, firearms, or other materials that may undermine or pose a risk to the recovery of other participants as I know accountability and honesty are vital to an individual's ability to recover from a substance.

The right to be verbally informed of all resident rights in language and terms appropriate for the resident's understanding, prior to or at the time of residency, absent a crisis or emergency.

The right to request a written copy of all resident rights and the grievance procedure.

The right to exercise one's own rights without reprisal, except that no right extends so far as to supersede health and safety considerations.

The right to file a grievance.

The right to be treated at all times with courtesy and respect, and with consideration for personal dignity, autonomy and privacy.

The right to receive humane services in a clean, safe, comfortable, welcoming, stable and supportive environment.

The right to reasonable protection from physical, sexual and emotional abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

The right to be free from restraint or seclusion.

The right to be advised and the right to refuse observation by others and by techniques such as one-way vision mirrors, tape recorders, video recorders, television, movies, photographs or other audio and visual technology. This right does not prohibit a facility from using closed-circuit monitoring to observe areas in the facility other than bathrooms or sleeping areas, or other areas where privacy is reasonably expected.

The right to confidentiality of communications and personal identifying information within the limitations and requirements for disclosure of resident information under state and federal laws and regulations.

The right not to be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, developmental disability, genetic information, human immunodeficiency virus status, or in any manner prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The right to practice a religion of her choice or to abstain from the practice of religion.

The right to consent to or refuse services.

The right to consult with an independent treatment specialist or legal counsel at one's own expense.

The right not to be deprived of any legal rights solely by reason of residence in the facility.

The right to personal property and possessions: The right of an adult resident to retain personal property and possessions.

The right of an adult resident to manage her own financial affairs, and to possess a reasonable sum of money.

The right to use the common areas of the facility. Adult residents shall have right of access to common areas at all times.

The right to engage in or refrain from engaging in activities: The right of an adult to engage in or refrain from engaging in cultural, social or community activities of the residents own choosing in the facility and in the community.

The right to meet or communicate with family and visitors and guests: To reasonable privacy and the freedom to meet with visitors and guests at reasonable hours. To make and/or receive confidential phone calls. To write or receive uncensored, unopened correspondence subject to the facility's rules regarding contraband.

The right to be free from conflicts of interest; no residential facility employee may be a resident's guardian, custodian, or representative.

Children are permitted to visit once a week within the visiting hours.

Righteous Living Housing seeks to uphold the privacy of staff and participants.

Confidential records of employees and residents shall be maintained in a secure, locked setting.

Protected Health Information about individuals, includes demographic information that may identify individuals and that relates to their past, present, or future physical or mental health or condition and related health care services. Employees and participants may give appropriate Righteous Living Housing staff written authorization to disclose information to another person for designated purposes. If an individual gives written permission, it may be withdrawn in writing at any time. Withdrawal of permission shall not affect any use or disclosures permitted by previous authorization while it was in effect.

Use or disclosure of personally identifiable information about employees or residents may be justified or permitted without consent under the following limited circumstances. The individual poses a threat to him/herself or others. The individual is unable to protect him/herself from risk of harm. The individual is in the legal custody of a government agency or facility. There is evidence of child abuse, elder abuse, or abuse of a DD person. The individual's records are required under court order.

No names or images of residents may be used for promoting Righteous Living Housing or for news articles without the written consent of the resident involved.

Residents may self-administer medications following specific procedures, including proper storage of this medication.

General Medication Practices:

Upon admission, the resident will turn over to staff any prescription and/or over-the-counter medications. Only medications that are in the prescription/original container will be permitted. Staff will ensure that medication is labeled with the resident name and dosage directions, and record the medication on the medication log sheet.

A medication log sheet will be maintained for each resident in a designated logbook in which the medication name, number/amount of medication in container, information regarding dosage and frequency of use, instructions for use including method/route of administration, and prescribing professional will be recorded.

When medications are received by the resident after admission, the resident will inspect the medication to verify it is the correct medication/dosage and will turn over the medication to staff who will verify the medication is labeled with the resident name and dosage directions and log the medication on the medication log sheet.

All entries on the medication log sheet will be verified by the initials of both staff and resident.

All medications and any changes must be reported to Righteous Living Housing staff immediately so that an accurate list of all medications can be maintained.

Residents are prohibited from the unlawful manufacture, possession, distribution, use or purchase of non-prescribed drugs and intoxicants.

Possession of illicit drugs on person or premises is prohibited, may be grounds or discharge, and subject to the local authorities.

Any use of illegal or legal (in a manner that causes potential health, safety or security problems) will not be tolerated.

Residents will not, under any circumstances, give or share medication with anyone else.

Righteous Living Housing reserve the right to assess the drug prescriptions of any potential resident and refuse residency based on concerns about drugs prescribed. Such situations shall be decided on a case-by-case basis. If a drug or combination of drugs cause concern for staff, the potential resident may seek alternative (and acceptable) drugs from their prescribing physician and be reconsidered for admission.

Storing of Medication:

All medications for residents must be housed in the space determined appropriate by Righteous Living Housing staff and shall be in a secure, locked drawer or cabinet. All medications are to be stored according to manufacturer's recommendations.

All medications are to be checked periodically for expiration dates or deterioration. Should any medications be expired or appear to be deteriorating, the staff shall inform the resident of the concern and ask the resident to contact her prescribing physician.

Dispensing of Medication:

Medication will not be administered by Righteous Living Housing staff.

Residents are responsible for their own medication(s) and are expected to precisely follow all directions of the prescribing physician when taking the medication(s).

Righteous Living Housing staff reserves the right to maintain any resident's medication in a locked, secure drawer or cabinet and require a resident to request medications daily. Such determinations shall be decided on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the staff.

Good Neighbors Guideline and Policies

This is the policy of Righteous Living’s commitment to being good neighbors.

It is crucial to the long-term success of any recovering person to adopt a new set of skills for approaching a life of recovery. One of the most important is being a part of a community and adopting certain pro-neighbor behaviors and attitudes, such as "Love thy neighbor as thy self."

1. You represent yourself and should do so in such a manner that you exude excellence and humility. Be proud that you are overcoming an addiction but humble in your attitude toward others.

2. You represent Righteous Living. Our goal is to give you a chance to overcome your obstacles and prepare you for a sober life. We plan to be here for generations. Think and act beyond yourself.

3. You represent recovering addicts everywhere. The stigma of addiction remains despite decades of public education. Although community members support your recovery, people still struggle with recovery residents being in their neighborhood. A part of your mission is to demonstrate the strength and character it takes to change for the better.

The following guidelines will help you to live in harmony with our neighbors and to demonstrate excellent recovery behaviors. Specific Rules for Righteous Living:

1. We shall be respectful and courteous to our neighbors.

2. We shall keep noise to a reasonable level for the residential neighborhood.

3. We shall refrain from using inappropriate language.

4. We shall keep the yard and surroundings of the residence free from trash or debris.

5. We shall only smoke in designated smoking areas outside of the residence and utilize smoking receptacles.

6. We shall be respectful of our neighbors and responsive to their concerns. We will encourage them to call Righteous Living staff if there are any problems that disrupt the peaceful enjoyment of their properties or cause them concern (Any resident who is approached by a neighbor with a concern will notify housing staff).

Dismissal of Residence Policy

Immediate termination of residency may occur for the following:

1. Weapon possession.

2. Discrimination (including use racial/sexual slurs).

3. Theft.

4. Verbal abuse.

5. Unauthorized over-the-counter medication possession and/or abuse of prescribed medications.

6. Use or possession of illicit drugs and/or alcohol on/in Righteous Living property.

7. Use of drugs and/or alcohol.

8. Refusal to submit to requested urine drug screen or breathalyzer.

9. Tampering with urine or urine drug screen.

10. Creating a hostile environment that disrupts the ability of others to actively take part in their recovery.

11. Noncompliance with individualized recovery plan.

12. Not contributing to the daily operations and running of the residence by assisting with cleaning and/or other house chores.

13. Becoming a danger to the health and safety of themselves and/or others.

14. Physically assaulting or threatening other residents, staff, visitors, volunteers, and/or neighbors.

15. Damage of any Righteous Living property.

16. Any other violation(s) of the participant agreement.

Exit Planning:

Recovery is an on-going process of internal change. Residents are permitted to reside in Righteous Living for as long as they find necessary to reach recovery goals so long as they continue to abide by their resident agreement. When residents feel they are ready to transition, they may terminate their resident agreement by giving a 30 day written notice prior to the ending date of the agreement. Management may terminate or refuse to renew their agreement for, and only for, serious or repeated violations for material terms of the agreement. Residents are encouraged to work with Righteous Living staff to ensure a healthy, safe transition to alternative housing that promotes long-term recovery.