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House Rules & Policies

Clear expectations keep the house safe for everyone. Every resident reads, signs, and agrees to follow these rules.

Break these rules and your stay will be terminated.

You have 3 warnings ONLY. Items in red type are immediate removal from the home — no warning.

1. Safety

  1. No loitering or hanging out in the front yard for any reason. The back patio is used for this.
  2. Keep entry and exit doors closed and locked at all times.
  3. No weapons, drugs, or paraphernalia of any kind.
  4. Do not leave items on the floor that may cause a slipping or trip hazard.
  5. If you spill anything on the floor, immediately wipe it up and place a wet floor sign.
  6. In case of an emergency, we need all residents to sign in and out of the home when leaving the property.

2. General

  1. Do not steal or use another person's items without permission.
  2. Do not open or enter any cabinets or closets with locks.
  3. Turn lights off when not in use.
  4. You may NOT enter another resident's room at any time.
  5. Keep room door closed at all times.
  6. Clothes must be worn outside of your room.
  7. Never leave personal items unattended in common areas of the home.
  8. Kitchen closes at 8pm.
  9. Residents can enter the home during these hours ONLY:
    • 6AM–11PM Sunday – Thursday, TV off at 12am
    • 6AM–12AM Friday and Saturday, TV off at 12am
    • 24-hour prior written notice must be given for any and all exceptions
  10. If you are diabetic or need to give yourself shots using a syringe, you will need to have a medical-grade bin to dispose of used needles properly.

3. Smoking, Alcohol, and Drugs

  1. Smoking on backyard patio ONLY.
  2. No alcohol consumption or storage of alcohol in or around the premises.
  3. Do not share medication.
  4. No storage or use of illegal drugs or unprescribed medication allowed.
  5. Everyone is subject to random UA.

4. Cleanliness

  1. Put trash in the trash can, put dirty dishes in the sink, clean up after you use the bathroom.
  2. Your room shall be kept in an orderly and sanitary condition at ALL times.
  3. Food is only to be consumed in the kitchen.
  4. Food is NOT ALLOWED in bedrooms at any time.
  5. If you spill anything or make a mess anywhere in the house, including your room, you will be responsible for cleaning it up.

5. Your Room

  1. You may NOT enter another resident's room at any time.
  2. Mattress covers must NEVER be removed.
  3. Keep room door closed at all times.
  4. Keep personal items inside of your room (valuable items should be secured).
  5. All rooms are subject to search by Grounded Path staff.

6. Personal Hygiene

  1. Diapers, bed pads, or any personal hygiene items must be disposed of properly.
  2. You shall keep up with your personal hygiene by bathing and brushing your teeth frequently.
  3. You shall have no complaints that you or your personal space has offensive odors.

7. Behavior

  1. No aggressive or violent behavior EVER!
  2. No profanity or offensive language directed at any residents, neighbors, or Grounded Path staff or helpers.
  3. No lending or borrowing money, cars, or other property from other residents or neighbors.
  4. All residents must attend outpatient treatment.
  5. No romantic advances on Grounded Path staff.

8. Laundry

  1. Use of laundry on scheduled day and time ONLY.
  2. Laundry area must be clean.
  3. You may not wash another person's clothes.
  4. You may not put feces-soiled items into any washer or dryer in the home.

My signature signifies I have read and understand what I can and cannot do while living in a Grounded Path Sober Home. I understand and agree that if I break any rule within this document in red type, my stay will be terminated immediately, and I will be banned from living in other homes that Grounded Path Sober Homes manages.

Grounded Path Sober Homes Rule & Policies, Rev. 1