The Rules

Phase I - First 30 Days
Phase I House Rules
1. Attend daily AA/NA meetings.
2. No Overnight passes - do not leave Palm Beach County at ANY time.
3. 10:00 pm Curfew every night, including weekends.

In order to graduate from Phase I you must:
1. Have a Job.
2. Have a home group and attend on a daily basis.
3. Have a sponsor and call him on a regular basis.
4. Be current with your rent and not in violation of any rules.


Residential House Rules
1. No use of alcohol, drugs or any mood altering substances. Use and/or possession thereof, including paraphernalia, will result in immediate dismissal. the only exceptions are medications taken under the care and direction of your recovery physician. (Prior notification of staff is required, including any changes.)
2. Gambling of any form is not permitted. This includes poker, lotto and the loan of money or car from another resident.
3. Profane or indecent language is not permitted.
4. Pets or any type of animal are prohibited.
5. Smoking is permitted in the outside areas and patio. Never smoke in the houses and be considerate of others regarding smoking.
6. No physical confrontation or acting out. No yelling - no verbal or physical threats!
7. Only the staff and residents are allowed on the premises. Any members of the opposite sex in your house for any reason, at any time, will result in your immediate dismissal.
8. All activities will be quieted by midnight out of respect for other residents.
CURFEW
Sunday - Thursday 11:30 pm
Friday - Saturday 1:30 am
Newcomers (daily) 10:00 pm
9. All residents are required to work a diligent program of recovery. This includes:
  • Daily meetings
  • Get a sponsor and work the 12 Steps (AA or NA)
  • Attend meetings on a daily basis
  • Follow all aftercare recommendations made by your therapist and/or rehabilitation center
10. Each resident is responsible for their own personal cleanliness and laundry, as well as the general cleanliness of their house as assigned in the weekly house meetings.
11. All residents are required to be employed or attending school on a full-time basis.
12. All residents are required to attend the weekly community meeting at the 2nd Avenue Residence. You will be informed of the day and time - please adjust your schedule accordingly.




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