Resident Handbook

(from GWR Resident Handbook )

1. You are expected to know the contents of this handbook.
   
2. You are expected to respect all legal rights of your peers at Gray Wolf Ranch; confidentiality is a legal right (“what you see and hear here, let it stay here”)
   
3. You are expected to refrain from exploiting the vulnerability of your peers.
   
4. You are expected to attend at least four Twelve Step meetings per week with your peers in the community.
   
5. You are expected to do 2 “one to ones” with a peer each week.
   
6. You are expected to attend and participate in all scheduled therapeutic groups, house groups, and community meetings. Groups are designed to provide help and support to all.
   
7. You are expected to share concerns and to confront your peers on issues related to program rules or expectations not met.
   
8. You are expected to practice honesty by being where you say you will be. If you have a change of plans, you are expected to call the Business Office and notify Gray Wolf Ranch staff.
   
9. You are expected to discuss in a group or community meeting with your peers any anticipated social contact with anyone who is not a Gray Wolf Ranch resident; such contacts require the advance approval of your counselor. You are expected to plan ahead to allow yourself enough time to process the contact effectively.
   
10. You are expected to stay out of automobiles operated by residents of the Wolf’s Den and any other automobiles not being operated by Gray Wolf Ranch staff.
    
11. You are expected to stay away from “The Boiler Room”, the Port Townsend Recreation Center, and any other locations designated as “off-limits” by Gray Wolf Ranch clinical staff. You are also expected to stay out of any private residence.
    
12. You are expected to be available for both community service and house chores. After two weeks of residency, you will schedule and document 20 to 25 hours per week of productive time, which may include community service activities, academic work, employment, AA/NA meetings, and athletic club workouts. You are responsible for documenting your schedule for the upcoming week by Friday morning.
    
13. You are expected to discuss any community service, academic, or employment opportunities with your counselor and the Program Resource Coordinator before making any commitments. Once you have committed to something, you are expected to process with your counselor any consideration of discontinuing or altering your commitment.
    
14. You are expected to comply with Gray Wolf Ranch staff direction, without argument or challenge. After complying, you may utilize the grievance procedure if you believe it is warranted.
    
15. You are expected to dress appropriately at all times; casual attire is the standard. You are to wear a shirt and shoes in all common areas. Sunglasses and hats may not be worn indoors. Robes or night clothing may not be worn outside of your bedroom.
    
16. You are expected to refrain from any significant changes in your appearance (extreme haircuts or hairstyles, hair bleaching or coloring, piercings, tattoos, etc.).
    
17. You are expected to keep your room neat and clean at all times; other areas are to be kept clean through your daily participation.
    
18. You are expected to be available when transportation leaves Gray Wolf Ranch each weekday at 9:00 a.m. General house chores are to be completed by 8:15 a.m.; cleaning of bathroom and kitchen surfaces is to be completed by 8:55 a.m. Please see schedule for weekend, event days, and holiday times.
    
19. You are expected to check in with staff, prior to meditation, if you are sick. If you have a sick day, you must remain on campus and rest for the entire day. If your condition improves, you should consult with your counselor regarding the possibility of attending work. If you want a day off or “a sleep-in day”, you must have the prior approval of your counselor
    
20. You are expected to consume all food and beverages in the dining area or outside. No food or beverages are allowed in common areas or bedrooms. You may only bring water to group meetings
    
21. You are expected to stay out of bedrooms other than your own. If you live in the main house of the Tree House, you are not permitted at Cedar Tree except for evening group meetings.
    
22. You are expected to respect and refrain from mistreating any Gray Wolf Ranch animals in any way. The fish tank is for observation only: no tapping on glass, feeding, or disturbing the fish in any way
    
23. You are expected to report any strangers or unusual situations to Gray Wolf Ranch staff immediately.
    
24. You are expected to report any mechanical or structural problems to Gray Wolf staff immediately.