ROCHESTER  AREA INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK

GUEST GUIDELINES

1.        I will seek housing, financial assistance, and/or employment on a daily basis while I am staying in the Network, and I will meet regularly with the Network Director to tell him or her of my progress.  

2.        RAIHN is a drug-free and alcohol–free environment. I will remain substance free while in the program. I understand that anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be accepted into the program. 

3.        No weapons or things that can be used as weapons are permitted onto the property of the Day Center or any Host Congregation. 

4.        There is no smoking in any RAIHN building. I will only smoke in defined smoking areas outside the buildings. 

5.        I understand for the safety of the children and other guests, all medication must be properly stored out of the reach of children, on my person at all times or given to hosts for proper storage. 

6.      I will treat staff, volunteers, and other guests with respect and courtesy. 

7.        I will provide a nurturing environment for my children. I will not leave them unattended at any time. I will discipline my children with patience and understanding. 

8.        I will keep all areas clean by picking up after my family and assisting with the housekeeping chores. I will eat only in the kitchen and dining room areas, unless otherwise specified by the host congregation. 

9.        To ensure the safety of all, I will sign out and/or notify a host when leaving the congregation. I will notify the hosts if I will be late and/or miss dinner one evening. I understand that my bed cannot be guaranteed if I choose not to return. 

10.  If I miss the RAIHN van, I will find public or other transportation to the host congregation. 

11.  I understand that RAIHN and the hosts are not responsible for lost or stolen items. 

12.  I understand that anyone with a contagious disease or illness must leave RAIHN until the period of contagion is over. Other housing arrangements will be made by the RAIHN Director. 

13.  I understand that no visitors are allowed at any host congregations. I may receive visitors at the RAIHN Day Center. Only those persons listed on the Intake form may stay with me. 

14.  I understand that RAIHN provides short-term housing. 

I understand the rules and policies above and agree to abide by them while using the services of RAIHN. Failure to follow the above guidelines can be cause for immediate discharge.