Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes

House Rules

_____I understand that I have a curfew of 11:00 pm Sunday through Thursday, and Midnight on Friday and Saturday after the first two (2) weeks of residency. ._____I understand that I am not to leave the property during curfew hours, which is 10pm-6am the first two weeks, then 11pm-6am Sunday through Thursday, and 12am-6am Friday and Saturday, without prior approval from the Operations Manager, and/or verifiable employment schedule. ._____I understand that if I am going to be returning after curfew, I must notify the Senior Resident or Operations Manager at least 30 minutes prior to the curfew expiring. I understand that failure to do this can result in being put on house probation. _____I will enter and leave the premises only through the front door. _____I will use only my personal code to enter. _____I will respect fellow residents, as we a _____I will pay my rent in advance of my due date whether it is paid weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. _____I understand that my rent is charged on ______’s of every week. _____I will be out of bed, dressed, and my bed made by 9:00 am Monday through Friday (unless employed or a full time student). I understand that failure to do this can result in disciplinary action. ._____I will keep my room clean and neat at all times. I understand that failure to do this will result in disciplinary action. ._____I will use the drawers, closet space, and shelving provided to store my personal belongings, hygiene items, etc. _____I will do my required house chores on a daily basis, and I understand that failure to do so will result in disciplinary action. ._____I will not bring any individuals onto Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes property that are actively using or in their addiction at any time. I understand that if I fail to follow this rule, I could be removed from the house. _____I understand that borrowing or lending of money from other Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes residents is never allowed and will result in a fine. _____I understand that stealing is not permitted, and if I am caught stealing from the house or other residents, my residency will be terminated immediately. _____I understand that bringing valuables into the house is done at my own risk, and that Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes is not responsible for the loss of my valuables. _____I understand that as a courtesy to my fellow residents, there is a 10 minute time limit on usage of the house phone if others are waiting to use it. _____I understand that as a courtesy to my fellow residents, there is a 30 minute time limit on the usage of the house computer if others are waiting to use it. _____I understand that the designated smoking area is outside the house, in the area specified by the Operations Manager. _____ I will smoke ONLY in the designated area. I will also make sure the ashtrays are emptied at least once per

Revised February 4th 2012 1 day and kept clean. Cigarette butts are NEVER to be thrown on the ground or extinguished on any part of the house or walkways. _____I understand that burning of candles or incense is NEVER allowed in the house. _____I will attend ALL mandatory house meetings _____I will obtain a sponsor with two (2) weeks of moving in to Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes. _____I understand that unless the Operations Manager has required additional meetings, I must attend a minimum of two (2) outside 12-step meetings per week. _____I understand that I am not to have my guests at the house after before 9:00am or after 10:00 pm any night of the week. _____I understand that I will not have guests in my room at any time. Guests must remain in the common areas of the house. _____ I will be respectful of noise level at ALL times and understand I am not to have more than 2 guests over at any given time _____I understand that after the first two (2) weeks of residency, I will be allowed one (1) overnight pass per week, if approved by the Operations Manager, and that I must provide the Senior Resident or Operations Manager with the name, address, and phone number of where I will be staying. _____I agree to use the Log Book to sign out, and sign back in, every time I leave the premises. I understand that failure to do so will result in a fine. _____I understand that ALL windows and doors are to be kept closed at all times, and locked. _____I understand that Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes staff may conduct searches and random urinalysis at any time. _____I understand the ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY that is in force with Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes. _____I understand that if I use illegal drugs or alcohol, or abuse prescription drugs during my residency at Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes, I will forfeit all monies paid towards rent and deposit, and that my residency will be terminated immediately. _____If I have a vehicle, I will provide the vehicle information to the Operations Manager within 24 hours of obtaining vehicle. Vehicle must have current registration, current inspection, and valid insurance, and be in working condition. I must also provide a valid driver’s license. _____I understand that no vehicle will be parked in grass areas, blocking neighbor’s drive, or blocking any mailbox. _____I understand that if I am arrested or go to jail for any drug or alcohol related offense committed while I am a resident, or if I am going to remain incarcerated for more than three (3) days, my personal belongings will be packed up and held in storage for seven (7) days and that I must make arrangements for someone to pick them up from the Operations Manager.

_____ I understand that Stepping Stones Sober Living Homes is not responsible for the continual storage of my th belongings and that if my belongings are not picked up by the end of the 7 day, they may be donated to a worthy organization. _____I understand that if I violate these rules, in any way, there will be consequences, to include extra chores, fines, stricter curfews, or eviction. Revised February 4th 2012 2 I, ______agree to abide by all of these rules as they are written.

(Print Name)

Resident Signature: ______Date Signed: ______

Operations Manager ______Date Signed: ______

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