Shelters must be readily accessible to individuals affected. All shelter workers must be strong advocates for their clients. Clients must remain proactive participants in recovery. Shelters must provide a safe and secure environment that accommodates the …

The following ‘Big 4’ rules have been identified as the core rules that govern shelter life. These are also the only rules that, under a trauma-informed model, service

This is a document that you need to sign. It shows that you agree to follow the rules while in the shelter. Each section has a short summary of the rules to help you. Each part also has key points to focus on. They help you know what to do or how staff can help.

In a shelter, the babysitter must be (i) approved by shelter staff and (ii) subject to the DHCD Babysitting Guidelines, including a written babysitting agreement on a standard DHCD form to be signed by the

Low-Barrier Shelter Policies and Procedures Admission Policies • Our goal is to provide emergency shelter to the most vulnerable people in our community. • To enter shelter, clients are not required to be sober, compliant with mental health or …

EA Emergency Family Shelter Receipt of Uniform Shelter Program Rules Please read the statement carefully. Then sign, print, and insert today’s date. By signing, I confirm that I received a copy of the Uniform Shelter Program Rules. I understand that my family will have to follow the Uniform Shelter Program Rules when we are in shelter.

Guest, please read the following rules and ask if you have any questions to ensure you understand what you have just heard. Both the guest and the Lead Volunteer sign at the bottom of the form. The signed form should be kept as their admission paperwork. 1. Guests must remain in the shelter after checking in. Anyone leaving

BRIARPATCH SHELTER RULES . Please read these rules carefully and ask a staff person if you have questions about rules or expectations. It is your responsibility to know and follow these rules. Please be safe, kind, and respectful while staying in shelter. Since the shelter rules exist for your safety and for the

This page explores how to create shelter environments where survivors can reclaim their autonomy, and feel secure without excessive rules and punitive systems that echo the abuser’s rules.

Which rules, expectations, and guidelines are the “right” ones in a low-barrier and housing-focused shelter? How do you continue to prioritize safety of shelter participants and staff in a low-barrier environment? How can you ensure safety within shelters that serve families with children?