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Should you wander off because you know your way around?
No-if we need to leave how does staff know where to find you
Should you bring a water bottle with you when on an outing?
Yes, we may not always have access to a water fountain or a sink
Should we be nice to the people we meet in the community?
Yes, we should treat other’s the way you want to be treated. Plus, we are there to build relationships.
Should you bring a cold lunch with you for Community Trips?
Yes- we may not always have access to a microwave to heat our food.
Is it safe to give people you just met your phone number?
No- We should not give out our phone number to someone we do not know
When in the store should we take things because we like them?
No, that is not safe, but you could always come back after work to buy it.
If you need to use the restroom or take a break is it safe to just walk off from Staff?
No- we should let staff know where we are in case of an emergency
Is it okay to walk off from Staff and peers because you see a friend, family member or old co-worker?
No- it is not safe to just walk off from the group
When out on the trips should we be sleeping?
No, we are there to volunteer and build relationships.
Should we be out shopping for things we want and like?
No- We should be shopping for the things we want when we are not at work.
When we go to the nursing homes should we be helping the residents? Or socializing with your peers and playing on your phone?
We should be helping the residents and building relationships with them.
When out is it okay to keep using the restroom because you are not interested in being there?
No, if you are not interested in that location talk to staff so we can work on a better one for you
Is it okay to take your safety plan with you out in the community?
Yes, if you get upset you can pull it out and use it
Is it safe to tell people you do not know out in the Community where you live, What Church or Programs you attend?
No- We do not know them, so we should not share that type of information
If you forgot your lunch at home should you let staff know before you plan to leave for a trip?
Yes, that way we can contact someone to bring you a lunch.
If you are upset about something should you pull Staff aside and talk with them?
Yes- Staff are there to help support you
For your safety if staff is asking you to sit in a certain sit in the van or at the location should you get upset?
No, Staff are just trying to help keep you safe and make sure we all have fun
Is it okay to introduce yourself to those we will be volunteering and spending our workdays with?
Yes- we should get to know them and build relationships with them
Do you need to bring money on outings?
No, we are there to volunteer our time while building relationships not to shop.
When in the community should we be loud when talking with our peers?
No, we should use an inside voice and respect other’s around us.
When going on a trip we should limit the personal items we take with us, so we do not lose them or leave them behind?
When getting out of the van should you start to walk off to the location?
No, we should wait for our peers and staff for safety reasons
Should you ask for food or drinks when we are touring a place or volunteering?
No, that is why we pack a lunch and bring water with us. We are there to help and build relationships.
If you are not picked to go on a trip that day should you get upset?
No, you will get the chance to go out next time.
When getting in van after being seated what is the first things you should do?
Put on your seatbelt