Rules & Expectations
What happens if you trade food with a peer?
You can lose your levels and privileges.
When are snacks usually given?
Around 7 PM, if ordered for dietary reasons.
True or False: You can decorate your entire room wall space.
False – decorations should not cover more than 10% of the wall space.
How often should you brush your teeth?
twice daily or after every meals
What level do all clients start on upon admission?
A-Except NGRI, they automatically come through the door as Level D
What should you always do before stepping into the med line?
Wash or sanitize your hands and wait quietly for your turn.
How can you show respect to group members who have different opinions?
Express your opinion calmly and respectfully.
True or False: You can visit peers in their rooms.
False
Can you bring food or drinks back to your room? why or why not?
No
How often should your bed be stripped and remade with clean linens?
Bed should be made daily, but beds are supposed to be stripped Thursday morning for housekeeping.
How often should you shower?
Daily with soap.
Daily double: What happens if you get on Learning Experience?
You go back to A and start over
True or False: It’s okay to have a loud conversation in the med line as long as you’re waiting your turn and why?
FALSE
What should you do if you feel upset during group?
Take deep breaths, ask for a break if needed, or talk to the facilitator.
What is expected if you get mad at a peer?
Walk away and tell staff. Never hit or yell.
If you don’t like your meal, what should you do?
You can throw it away but do not trade or give it to peers.
Name 2 personal items you're NOT allowed to have in your room.
Food, drinks, towels, washcloths, contraband, other clients' belongings.
When should you wash your hands?
Before and after bathroom, meals, sneezing, coughing, or scratching. Touching trash, animals, or when they look dirty.
What are some of the privileges of Level D?
Up to 20 songs per month, hot choc, coffee, snacks, video games, ordering outside food quarterly.
For extra 100 pts one of the key words:Why is it important to respect personal space while waiting for meds?
To maintain safety, privacy, and reduce conflict. Everyone deserves personal space.
What should you do if you don’t understand something during group?
Ask the facilitator or someone in the group to explain.
What happens if you refuse to move to an assigned area?
You can lose your levels or be placed on a Learning Experience.
What are you expected to do with your plastic utensils after meals?
Show them to staff when called to empty trays.
Where should dirty clothes be kept?
In a pillowcase at the foot of the bed.
What can happen if you don’t meet hygiene expectations?
It may affect your levels/privileges
How many days of good behavior are needed to move from Level C to Level D?
At least 45 days.
If another client is becoming upset in the med line, what is the best thing you can do?
Stay calm, keep your distance, and allow staff to manage the situation. Do not get involved.
If you decide to leave the group, what is the FIRST thing you should do?
Inform staff so that they can call an escort for you. Do NOT leave before an escort arrives
Name 2 ways to express frustration positively.
Talk to staff, write a grievance, speak at a community meeting.
Can you wear your personal headset during mealtime?
FALSE: We ask that coats and headsets be removed during meal times/ med time so everyone can hear instructions clearly and stay safe. It helps staff make sure this process goes smoothly for everyone.
What happens if your room is messy or has contraband?
You can lose your levels, or Tx team can decide to extend or eliminate your stay, which can affect your case.
Daily double: How often and why is it important to wash your clothes?
Clothes should be washed regularly when they are dirty to stay clean, avoid germs, and smell fresh. Clean clothes help keep your body healthy and show respect for yourself and others.
Name some behaviors that can cause a level drop.
Verbal aggression, physical aggression, trading, stealing, refusing to move, contraband possession.
True or False: You are allowed to wear your coat and headset while waiting for medication in the med line.
FALSE: We ask that coats and headsets be removed during medication time so everyone can hear instructions clearly and stay safe. It helps staff make sure the medication process goes smoothly for everyone.
True or False: If a client displayed negative and threatening behavior, can group facilitator decline client from attending groups?
TRUE: The staff is there to ensure ALL clients, including themselves, are safe, and Recovery Academy does not tolerate those negative behaviors.