1.
There will be no use or possession of alcohol and/or drugs while in residency at The Lighthouse. There will be no visitors allowed on The Lighthouse’ property under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. All residents and visitors are subject to search by any means required or deemed necessary to insure compliance. Any violation will result in immediate dismissal and possible police intervention or prosecution.
2.Attendance of Sunday morning Christian worship services once each week is mandatory. The Lighthouse is based on Christian principles and the study of and glorification of our Lord is a contingency of your residency.
3.Active participation in the AA/NA program is mandatory. Each resident is required to have a sponsor approved by the Manager. (The Manager will not act as a sponsor.) Each resident will work the 12 steps in order and provide documentation thereof. Sponsors will be contacted by residents on a regular basis and meet with the Manager when requested. A minimum of five (5) AA/NA meetings are required per week with the only exception being if a Christian Bible study is substituted.
4.There will no profane language allowed by residents or visitors
5.Visitation policy is as follows:
a.Visitors are welcome with the approval from the Manager until 10:00 PM on week days and 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday.
b.Approved sponsors will be allowed at all times with notification to the Manager.
c.Visitation will be in the common area, porch or yard only. Visitors will never be allowed in the sleeping quarters at The Lighthouse. There will be no exceptions to this policy.
d.Visitors will respect all residency agreements and conduct themselves in a manner in keeping with the Christian values of The Lighthouse. Copies of residency responsibilities will be made available to all visitors. Visitors who do not adhere to these guidelines will not be welcome at The Lighthouse.
6.Curfew is 11:00 PM Sunday – Thursday and 12:00 PM Friday and Saturday. Residents will sign in and out. Exceptions to curfew will only be for shift work and must be documented by pay stubs, including a supervisor’s signature. Failure to comply with curfew will result in residency review.
7.All entrance doors to The Lighthouse will be locked at 10:00 PM each night.
8.Residents will, at all times, keep their sleeping quarters clean and orderly. Beds will be made each morning and inspections will be conducted by the Manager. Consistent violators will be disciplined.
9.Residents will be responsible for their personal hygiene and will shower each day. Facial hair will be neat and trimmed at all times. All clothing and bed linens will be washed regularly. Personal hygiene articles will be stored neatly, out of sight and bathrooms will be kept sanitary at all times.
10.Common areas will be kept clean and each resident will be responsible for cleanliness and organization at all times.
11.Meal preparation is the responsibility of each resident and all pots, pans, dishes, etc. will be washed and put in the proper storage area after each use. All garbage will be deposited in the proper container and removed to the outside collection area when full.
12.The Manager must be notified of any medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, that are being taken and certain prescription medications will be dispensed only by management. Use of any mind or mood altering medications is not allowed.
13.Duties such as house cleaning, yard work and general property maintenance will be assigned on a rotating basis by the manager and will be performed on a timely basis.
14.Smoking or the use of tobacco products is not permitted inside The Lighthouse. Cigarette butts are to be disposed of in containers provided and never thrown on the ground.
15.Gambling is prohibited. This includes lottery tickets.
16.There will be no solicitation by residents or visitors or personal loans.
17.Residents will dress appropriately at all times.
a.Clothing containing references to drugs, alcohol or lewd behavior is prohibited;
b.Shirt tails must be tucked in when leaving the sleeping quarters;
c.Sleeveless shirts are prohibited;
d.Shirts must be worn outdoors;
e.Warm-up pants must contain pockets and be loose-fitting;
f.Short pants can be no shorter than Two (2) inches above the knee;
g.Residents are responsible for the dress of their visitors and any guest not respecting the dress code will be asked to leave.
18.A telephone in the common area is provided for local access. Long distance calls are to be made with calling cards or collect. If a private telephone is desired, it will be the financial responsibility of the resident.
19.Television cable service will be the responsibility of the resident.
20.Music is to be played at a respectful volume and television programming will be monitored for content.
21.There will be no additional tattoos or body piercing while in residence at “The Lighthouse”. There will be no body piercing jewelry worn while at The Lighthouse.
22.All residents will attend the weekly community meeting as scheduled by Management. Required information will include but not limited to: Christian worship services, attended, AA/NA meetings, sponsor contacts, employment and maintenance of “The Lighthouse”.
23.Residents of The Lighthouse may not have an intimate relationship while in residency at The Lighthouse with current or past residents of The Lighthouse or Faith Home.
24.While in residency at The Lighthouse, single residents will maintain a celibate lifestyle. Married residents will be private about their intimate relations with their spouse.
25.There are no pets allowed at The Lighthouse.
26.Residents will attend graduation services at Faith Home for the first four (4) weeks of residency at The Lighthouse.
27.Residents who allow program fees to become four (4) weeks in arrears will be subject to dismissal.
28.Personal property left unclaimed after seven (7) days of vacating The Lighthouse will be given to Faith Home for disposal at that facilities discretion.
29.Residents must be current with program fees or have an approved, written plan in effect and be current with housekeeping duties in order to receive a weekend pass.. Passes are to be submitted to the House Manager no later than the weekly Resident meeting for review/approval.
Signature: ______________________________Witness: __________________
Date: _______________________, 20 ____.
DRUG TEST POLICY
All applicants will provide a list of prescribed medication from their physician on letterhead. Additionally, all applicants will provide a list of over-the-counter medication taken with any regularity.
Any resident testing positive for drug use and disputing results will be re-tested immediately.
If subsequent testing is positive and the resident wishes to continue the dispute, they will without delay leave the premises. If they choose, the resident may, at their expense, obtain an independent test at the medical facility chosen by The Lighthouse. The resident must remain off Lighthouse property pending results. Should this test prove negative for drug use, the resident will be re-instated and reimbursed for the cost of the test. No other expenses are reimbursable.
The above responsibilities are subject to revision at any time by the Board of Trustees, Executive Director, Director of Operations or the Manager. Revisions or changes will be effective immediately upon being communicated to residents.
The Lighthouse Board of Trustees/Management reserves the right dismiss any resident for non-payment and/or any conduct not deemed in keeping with the goals or values of the program of recovery set forth by The Lighthouse.
“The Lighthouse” is a program of recovery and is not governed by State or Local real estate rental laws or ordinances.
