Shelter House Rules

1. Check-In / Check-Out

  • Check-in time: Monday through Sunday at 5:30pm (No later than 6:30pm)

  • Check-out time: Monday through Friday by 6am; Saturday by 8am and Sunday by 9am

2. Respectful Behavior

  • Treat staff, volunteers, and other residents with respect and courtesy.

  • Verbal abuse, threats, violence, or discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

  • Disruptive or aggressive behavior may result in immediate dismissal.

3. Substance Use Policy

  • Drugs, alcohol, and weapons are strictly prohibited on shelter property.

  • Anyone under the influence and causing disruption may be denied entry or asked to leave.

4. Personal Belongings

  • Each resident is allowed One Tote of personal belongings.

  • The shelter is not responsible for lost or stolen belongings.

  • All items must be stored in Numbered Bins

5. Quiet Hours

  • Quiet hours are from 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM.

  • Lights out and electronics off or on silent after designated hours.

6. Chores & Cleanliness

  • All residents are expected to keep their sleeping and common areas clean.

  • Participate in assigned chores as part of community living if assigned one.

  • No food or drinks in sleeping areas.

7. Visitors & Guests

  • No visitors or guests are allowed without prior staff approval.

  • Only registered residents are permitted in dormitory/sleeping areas.

8. Curfew & Absences

  • Curfew is strictly enforced at 6:30.

  • Residents must notify staff if they will be absent or late.

  • After 48–72-hour absence without notice, your spot may be reassigned.

9. Health & Safety

  • Follow all health protocols (handwashing, masks if required, etc.).

  • Nightly Showers

  • Report any illness, injury, or safety concern to staff immediately.

10. Participation in Services

  • Engage in Case Management for housing or employment support services when required.

Release of Information

I, the undersigned, authorize Open Doors Foundation to:

Obtain and/or Release information to/from any necessary individual(s), agency(ies), or provider(s):

Types of Potential Information to Be Shared:

  • Identification documents (ID, SSN, etc.)

  • Housing applications and history

  • Mental health or medical information

  • Employment or income verification

  • Case management and service plans

  • Substance use history or treatment

  • Legal/criminal history

  • Other pertinent Information

Purpose of Disclosures can include, but not be limited to:

• Housing placement or support

• Employment or benefits assistance

• Mental/physical health coordination

• Referral or service collaboration

• Legal assistance

Terms of Agreement:

• I understand this information is protected by federal confidentiality laws (including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2).

•I understand I have the right to revoke this consent at any time in writing, except where information has already been released.

• This consent is valid for one (1) year from the date signed unless otherwise noted.