What YOU can expect of US:

A Home Away (AHA) team commit to:

• Respect your privacy and confidentiality
• Uphold relevant professional ethical codes of conduct and practice
• Treat you with dignity, compassion and respect
• Be open and honest in all communication; there will be no secrets
• Act with integrity; do what we say / mean what we say
• Live by the principles of the Twelve Steps and Traditions
• Resolve conflicts fairly and promptly
• Being client-centered: our goal is to act in your best interest according to your stated objectives and goals
• Have faith and trust in your capacity for self-determination and personal growth
• Treat you as our guest in our Home

What WE expect of YOU:

To achieve your optimal personal growth toward YOUR goals, and to contribute to a mutually positive, nurturing Home environment, it is expected that during your stay you:

• Make your recovery highest priority; this includes respecting television, computer and telephone guidelines
• NOT use any mood-altering chemicals including alcohol or other non-prescription drugs during your stay*
• Keep your room tidy and make your bed daily
• Contribute to completing Home chores and demonstrate initiative in doing so
• NOT invite nor enter into personal romantic relationships*
• Be punctual for scheduled sessions, activities, and meals
• Be willing to and attempt to work on assignments in a timely fashion
• Look after your own laundry
• Be open, honest and respectful
• Raise questions & issues promptly, with a spirit of respect and cooperation, and participate in their resolution in a timely fashion
• Consult with your focal counsellor on any matters pertaining to scheduling, outside activities, unscheduled activities, or conflict
• Please, no smoking in the property

* Asterisk indicates a requirement for staying at A Home Away. Failure to comply will result in immediate departure.

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