Laundry & Hygine
Name one thing you should have before starting a load of laundry.
Laundry supplies, laundry, detergent, dryer sheets
Name one type of relationship we discussed.
acquaintance/new friend, close friend, romantic relationship
What is a personal boundary?
A limit or guideline for how you want others to interact with you, your body, your space, or your belongings.
Does a college room have to be perfect to be cared for?
No. It can look lived-in and still be clean, safe, functional, and cared for.
True or false: Being independent means you should never ask anyone for help.
FALSE — independence includes recognizing what you can do, trying safely, and knowing when and how to ask for help.
Your washer has finished. What should you do next?
Return promptly, remove the wet clothes, and move them to the dryer.
Name TWO qualities of a healthy relationship.
respect, trust, honesty, communication, boundaries, choice, safety.
Before touching someone, what do you need?
Consent
Name TWO things in a room that may need attention.
trash/food, laundry, bedding, blocked walkways, dirty surfaces/floors, wet towels, odor, belongings.
What tool can help you remember recurring responsibilities instead of relying only on memory?
EQUIP reminders
Your clothes are still damp when the dryer stops. What should you do?
Run the dryer longer / choose an appropriate additional drying cycle and check again.
RED, YELLOW, OR GREEN? Your friend is happy that you have other friends and activities.
GREEN — healthy relationships allow people to have other friendships, interests, and time apart.
Someone says, “No, I don’t want a hug.” What should you do?
Stop and respect the boundary. Do not pressure, argue, or keep asking.
When can “my mess” become a roommate problem?
When it affects shared space or the other person — for example smell, trash, blocked walkways, shared belongings, noise, or common areas.
Name one type of communication we discussed.
Verbal, nonverbal, written/digital, or listening.
You realize your wet clothes have been sitting in the washer for a long time. What should you do?
Return to the laundry room and deal with them promptly. If they smell musty, rewashing may be needed before drying.
RED, YELLOW, OR GREEN? A friend gets upset every time you spend time with someone else.
RED. It is a concern because healthy relationships allow choice and other friendships.
If we text a friend and they don't respond, how many times is it appropiate to text again.
once MAYBE twice.
Your trash is full, but nobody has reminded you to take it out. What does independence look like?
Notice it, decide it needs attention, take it out, and reset the trash can without waiting for someone to remind you.
What are TWO things besides words that can change how a message is understood?
Tone of voice and body language / facial expression are examples.
What does it mean to be FINISHED with laundry? Give at least three things that should happen after the machines stop.
clothes are dry, removed from the dryer, folded or hung, put away, and supplies/basket are put away.
A friend disagrees with you and asks for some time alone. Is that automatically a red flag? Explain.
No. Disagreeing, saying no, setting a boundary, or wanting time alone is not automatically unhealthy. The response should be respectful.
Someone’s answer about physical contact is unclear. Use what we learned about consent to explain the safest next step.
Do not assume. Pause and ask clearly, or do not continue the contact. Consent should be clear and respected.
You have 10 minutes: full trash, clothes on floor, unmade bed, empty cups, clean laundry in basket, shoes in walkway. What should you prioritize and WHY?
There can be more than one good plan. Prioritize health/safety/function first — e.g., trash/cups, clear walkway, contain laundry — and explain the reasoning.
Your roommate sends “K.” and you think they are angry. What should you do before assuming you know what they meant?
Ask for clarification rather than assuming tone or meaning.