Stages of Residency
We serve people who have a history of ___________, ___________, and _____________.
trauma, addiction, and incarceration
Magdalene helps residents respond to any outstanding warrants and clean up their legal records through advocacy in the court system. TRUE/FALSE
TRUE!
When does your weekly sheet need to be turned in?
No later than 7:30am Monday morning
Residents must take medications as prescribed TRUE/ FALSE
TRUE - If a medication is not working or you are experiencing adverse effects, inform staff of any issues and then connect with the provider to express concerns
Under no circumstances are residents allowed to share or sell their prescription medications. Doing so is considered a relapse and will result in discharge from the program.
Taking certain drugs in excess can trigger a positive drug screen. Take over-the counter prescriptions at your own risk and use as directed.
The first step in the discipline process is a __________
verbal warning
Phase one residents are required to do these things weekly ( name 5)
Follow program schedule, submit weekly sheet, do chores daily, meet with Sophia for Peer Support, Phase planning, Attend therapy as prescribed, Drug test, Adhere to 10pm curfew
Magdalene maintains partnerships with these two types of providers because Medicaid generally doesn't cover them.
Dental/Vision
Celebrate Recovery can count toward any one of these program hour requirements
Recovery Meeting/ Self-care/ Recovery Work
If a resident does not turn in their weekly sheet on time or meet their required program hours, they will automatically ________________.
____________________ per month will result in a behavioral contract.
receive a writeup, Three writeups
What should you do when the program schedule is put out? (name 2)
-check to make sure your appointments are listed accurately
-plan out how you plan on meeting your requirements
-voice any questions or concerns that you might have
Phase two begins when a resident successfully completes all requirements of ______________, submits a ___________, and obtains ____________ and/or __________________.
Phase 1, Portfolio Review, employment, education/ training
What can you do if you have questions about MSH programming/policies? (name 3)
-speak with staff directly, hangouts, email
-bring them up in phase planning
-bring them up in community meeting
-check the program handbook
What are the pre-approved activities that you can do for recovery work?
step work, meeting with sponsor/sponsee, extra meetings, organized recovery events, TED talk/ Youtube video, church, bible study, yoga, meditation, prayer, daily devotional, spending intentional time in nature, working out, working SMART Recovery tools, reading self-help books, and additional approved activities that you do to support your recovery.
Phase three residents are required to work a minimum of ______ per week. Why?
36/ full-time, Securing a full-time position will ensure that Phase 3 residents are adequately prepared for transitioning to independence. If the resident's current position cannot accommodate these hours, then residents can collaborate with program staff to identify an appropriate resolution.
Examples of emergencies when you would contact the on-call staff (name 3)
Substance abuse by a resident
Presence of an active user in the house
Violence or threat of violence
Roadway emergency, such as auto breakdown or accident
Presence of a weapon, drugs or alcohol on or near Magdalene property.
Use of violent or abusive language towards residents or staff.
House emergency such as fire, theft or natural disaster
These privileges come with phase two (name 5)
Choosing your 4 groups weekly, Choosing which recovery meetings you attend, overnight passes, 11pm curfew, cell phones, vehicle, choice about meeting for peer support,
Ways that MSH helps residents financially (name 5)
-meets material needs upon arrival
-provides $50 food card until foodstamps/ Employment
-provides cleaning supplies, TP, laundry/dish soap, feminine hygiene products
-connecting residents with CCOA to address outstanding credit
-pays for living expenses
-weekly budget review in phases two and three
-encourages residents to participate in matched savings plan
-financial literacy curriculum
-graduate emergency fund
Shopping can count toward your fitness/wellness hours TRUE/FALSE?
FALSE- This needs to be intentional, meaning that you take some time to do something geared towards fitness/wellness.
When is transportation available to residents? (name 3)
To all community appointments, to all scheduled program activities, for the first six months of employment, 8am-5pm Monday-Friday, with at least 24-hour notice, if they are participating in matched savings program once they are in phase two/ three
What do you do if your chore is the kitchen and somebody has left a mess? (name two options)
-Politely ask them to clean up their mess
-Post a picture on House Squad, politely asking them to clean it up
- communicate issues to staff
Don't just continue to clean up after people. You will develope a resentment and deny them of the opportunity to practice this skill and recieve helpful accountability
In order to qualify as a candidate for graduation, you must meet the following criteria (name 5)
Actively utilizing savings account
Have employment and/or monthly income
Obtain safe, permanent housing
Successfully complete treatment plan
Complete a Transition Plan
Actively utilize a long-term relapse prevention plan
Continue to participate in program activities
Participate in follow-up interviews at three months, six months, and one year.
Participate in Aftercare sessions with Program Staff as requested by the graduate
Examples of how you can use your Matched Savings
Post-secondary education tuition
Down payment on a home
Deposit on apartment
Purchase or maintenance of a vehicle
Small business development
Debt reduction on outstanding court fees/fines/penalties accrued while addicted.
At Magdalene, we are able to provide a $1,200 match on savings of $1,200. The $1,200 match will be split into two equal payments of $600 each, having saved $100 each month.
These requirements make up your 15 hours of weekly programming
recovery meetings (3hr)
fitness/wellness (3hrs)
self-care/ relaxation (3hrs)
groups (4hrs)
phase planning (1hr)
recovery work (2hrs)
In order to purchase a vehicle or drive, you must meet the following requirements (name 5)
Have approval from Program Staff.
Have a plan for car insurance.
Are prepared to pay sales tax.
Have opened a savings account.
Have completed the car-buying course.
Are in Phases 2 or 3 of the program.
Have cleared their driving records of all outstanding charges, fees, etc.
Have a valid driver's license.
Are in compliance with program requirements and expectations.
Name three benefits of living in community with specific examples.
1. You've
2. Got
3. This