HOUSE RULES EVERYONE “FORGETS”
What must you do anytime you leave the house?
Sign out and post in the group chat
What off-site group do participants attend together?
Lodestar
Who is responsible for personal belongings?
The participant
Is smoking allowed inside the house?
No
What is the expected tone when speaking to house leaders?
Respectful and appropriate
Are house meetings optional?
No — mandatory once a week
What paperwork should you obtain immediately?
ID and insurance
How long will abandoned items be held?
72 hours
Is fraternization allowed?
No
When you are in public, who do you represent?
Yourself and the program
Who must every participant obtain?
A sponsor
Are entrances under surveillance?
Yes
Where must prescription meds be stored?
Locked box
Why does this rule exist?
Safety and recovery focus
True or False: What you do off property still matters
True
Name two rules people assume are flexible — but absolutely are not.
Curfew, drug testing, guests, chores, meetings
What happens if someone tampers with cameras?
Disciplinary action
What can happen if pill counts are off?
Disciplinary action
Are overnight guests allowed?
No
Name one behavior in public that could reflect poorly on the program.
Arguing, intoxication, disrespect, disorderly conduct, inappropriately dressed
How many meetings are required in your first 30 days?
30 meetings
Who can search rooms or belongings? And What happens if items are found?
Staff and options of detox/28 days
Can medications be searched or counted?
Yes, at any time
Why do sober living rules focus more on behavior than intent?
Because accountability and safety matter more than excuses.
Should program issues be posted online?
no