By signing the Licence the service users are agreeing to abide by these rules. However, should the service user feel that any of the rules are unreasonable, unfair or discriminatory; the service user should discuss the matter with the Support Services Manager/Worker. These rules will be implemented through the Resident Warning and Evictions Procedure.

The service users agree not to take or be in possession of alcohol or illicit drugs.

The service users agree to give a drugs and/or alcohol test, under the observation of a member of staff if required.

The service users agree to vacate the premises immediately if proof beyond reasonable doubt is available that they have taken drugs or alcohol.

The service users agree to participate in the support offered as detailed in the Licence Agreement including attendance at House Meetings and One to One meetings.

Physical or verbal aggression will not be tolerated whether towards staff, other residents or visitors.

The service users agree to leave immediately if the service users are found to be guilty of any form of abuse towards any member of staff or residents. A copy of the Protection from Abuse Policy is in the office.

Our Equal Opportunities Policy dictates that everyone regardless of race, gender, sexuality, religion, etc., will be treated with respect and dignity. Any breach of this Operative will be considered to be a breach of the Licence Agreement. A copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy is available in the office.

Family are allowed in the house, but are not permitted in the house before 10am or after 10pm.

Only one visitor allowed in the house. the service users are expected to ask other residents whether they consent to any visit before making such an arrangement. If not observed a complete visitor ban will be put in place.

Residents not only have the right to share any concerns, or fears around the use of drug or alcohol in or out of the house but should see this as a positive obligation. Failure to disclose such concerns to the Support Services Manager/Worker could lead to a notice to terminate the Licence being issued.

Residents must keep their room clean and tidy at all times.

In the case of serious disruptive or violent behaviour, the use of drugs or alcohol on or off the premises, the Landlord may specify immediate termination of the service user's Licence.

Intimate relationships between residents and/or staff are not acceptable and will be a cause for termination of the licence agreement.

The service will only accept responsibility for any personal items, i.e., clothes and other goods for a period of 10 days only after discharge, whether planned or otherwise, if after this period of time the service users have not been to collect them we will dispose of them on the 10th day.

All residents are expected to attend a minimum of 2 NA/AA/CODA meetings, as appropriate, or other support groups and fellowships.

Residents will be in the house by 12.30am weekdays and 01.00am at weekends, unless unavoidably delayed or by prior arrangement.

All residents will be assigned a cleaning duty which is to be carried out from 08.45am – 09.30am weekdays and by 11.30am at weekends. At other times, all residents are expected to play their part in keeping the house tidy at all times, taking personal responsibility for cups, ashtrays etc and keeping personal belongings in their room.

Residents should not undertake any “cash in hand” work whilst in PSCA LTD supported housing. However, the service users are encouraged to take on voluntary work and/or further education.

Residents should refrain from lending or borrowing money, clothing or other personal effects.

Music volumes must be kept to a suitable level so that it does not interfere with neighbours or cause disturbance to other residents.

Residents are not to smoke in their bedrooms.

Licensed premises and betting shops are out of bounds to all residents. Planned activities such as parties, gigs where drugs and alcohol are available, should be avoided if possible. Visits to nightclubs are not encouraged.

During the service user's time in the house the service users are not encouraged to have associations with known drinking alcoholics or using addicts. People using drugs and/or alcohol are not allowed in the house.