Membership Contract

 

(Please enter your full name, exactly as it is recorded in the application.)

Client first name Client last name

 

1. 

I understand intense focus must be put into the program requirements and the goals I have set forth. I understand that I will not be allowed to date for the first 90 days and may have limited contact with my family members immediately after release, although situations involving spouses and children will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

2. 

Curfew is 8 PM to 6 AM on weeknights (Sunday – Thursday) and 10 PM to 6 AM on weekends (Friday & Saturday).   All activities are quieted by 11pm so as not to interfere with other participants’ sleep. We ask that you keep TV, radio, and phone conversations volume down to a minimum.
       

     After the first 30 days of being in our program, curfew will be changed to 10 PM to 6 AM on weeknights (Sunday – Thursday) and 12 AM        to 6 AM on weekends (Friday & Saturday).
     No one is allowed to be absent from the house overnight unless they have an overnight pass or have been approved by the House Leader      due to their job, (work schedule must be provided to House Leader first).  
     Overnight passes will not be granted in your first 30 days or when your program fees are overdue, excluding emergency situations. 

3.

Effective January 1, 2024 a new member will be required to make their first program fee payment of $130 on the third Friday after they move in. You are required to pay $130 each week thereafter in the form of a payment through the designated online account or by money order WITHOUT DEMAND - meaning, it is each participant’s responsibility to purchase a money order without being reminded to do so by their House Leader or FFM Staff. Money orders will be collected by each House Leader every Friday. Online payments may be made by contacting the Intake Coordinator to provide payment source information.  Late payments may result in a fee, curfew restrictions and or denial of weekend passes. Non-payment will result in dismissal from the program.  Weekly program fees for the Kansas City, KS transitional house will be $140 each week, effective January 1, 2024 as it is the only location that offers private rooms.  

          Late fee payment process is as follows:
          1st week: Meet with the House Leader to discuss circumstances and make a plan to pay the full amount owed by the next               week.
          2nd week: 100% of balance paid in full, plus the full payment for the current week, or will be asked to leave the program. 

          Alternative payment plans may be authorized by Firm Foundations Ministries staff on a case-by-case basis and must have the Regional          Directors (or higher, e.g. Operations Director or Executive Director) approval beforehand.

          No program fees may be prepaid unless approved by Firm Foundations Ministries staff. Should prepayment be approved, you MUST               make your payments by setting up a designated online account..

4.

I understand I am required to  maintain full-time employment. Upon entering participants will be given 3-4 weeks to find a job. If you are not successful, you will be referred to another program (with the exception of disability or unemployment). Once successfully employed, you may change jobs, but your new job must be actively in place before putting in notice at your current job. Participants on disability or unemployment will have 2 weeks to find a place to volunteer and must volunteer to the level allowed by those programs. All work schedules MUST be given to the House Leader.  All unemployed participants are required to be out of the house M-F 8am to 4pm each day job searching. 

5.

No use and/or possession of alcohol, drugs or any mood-altering chemicals are allowed including prescription narcotics. Violation will result in immediate dismissal. No refunds.  You will be required to submit to a drug/alcohol test upon arrival at the house.  Failure of the admittance drug/alcohol test may result in you not being admitted to the program.
Random drug/alcohol tests will be administered by Firm Foundations Ministries (FFM) staff, failure to submit to a drug test is treated as a positive test and will result in dismissal. There could also be random searches of my belongings (including my person).

6.

Use of tobacco products is allowed in designated areas ONLY. Violation could result in a fine. All program participants are encouraged to stop all tobacco use as one of the goals of this program is to help participants overcome addictions. 

7.

No physical or verbal threats will be tolerated. Any such instance will result in discharge. The same applies to stealing. (Charges may be filed) A move can be requested if conflict cannot be resolved. Violation will result in immediate dismissal. 

8.

Weapons of any kind are prohibited. Violation will result in immediate dismissal. 

9.

Pornographic material of any kind is prohibited.  This also includes any material with strong sexual content. Violation will result in immediate dismissal. 

10.

I understand I should refrain from the use of profanity. It does not reflect the type of environment we want in our homes. 

11.

Any visitors are NOT permitted in the FFM House unless specifically approved by FFM Staff or for the purposes of a Firm Foundations Ministries sanctioned event. This includes other program participants from other homes without permission. All approved visitors are required to be drug and alcohol free and are subject to immediate drug/alcohol tests if suspicion of use exists. If a drug test is refused, they will be asked to leave assuming that they are positive. Approved visitors are only to be in common areas of the house and any violation will result in immediate dismissal.

12.

Borrowing or lending of personal property and/or money is not recommended. Firm Foundations Ministries is not responsible for the loss or damage of personal property and/or money. Furthermore, participants must provide for themselves and fulfill your financial obligations. You cannot rely on Firm Foundations Ministries or its members to make provisions for you.

13.

The weekly schedule of each program participant must be communicated to their House Leader. This includes all parole/probation office meetings, recovery meetings, counseling, support groups, mental health groups, work schedule, etc. All such events will be posted on the FFM House calendar.

14.

Program participants are NOT permitted to enter the bedroom or bed area of other program participant without permission. Only House Leaders and FFM Staff are allowed in all rooms.

15.

Each FFM House must be clean at all times. Chores will be assigned to each program participant and there will be weekly inspections by FFM Staff. This includes the stipulations that follow:

          Rooms and closets must be kept neat & orderly, clothing items must be kept in dressers and/or hanging in the closet.
          No personal items are to be left in the bathroom or common areas, including all toiletry items, shampoo/soap, etc.
          No food or drinks are permitted in the bedrooms of the FFM Houses. 
          CLEAN UP AFTER YOURSELF IN ALL AREAS OF HOUSE.
          No open flame (stick) candles are permitted in any Firm Foundations Ministries House.
          Damage to property and or unapproved modifications are not allowed and may require you to pay for repairs out of your own pocket. 

16.

All program participants are expected to keep up proper hygiene practices and shower a minimum of 3 times a week. Please be respectful to the people around you.

17.

Program participants are expected to consume only their own food items. We recommend you write their name on your own food items.

18.

Disrespect, attitudes and challenging of the rules will not be tolerated. 

19.

I will complete all program requirements, including community service projects, church attendance requirements, bible study /house meeting requirements, house chores, employment, and adherence to the bed bug policy. 

20.

I understand that if I am dismissed from Firm Foundations Program for any reason, or leave the program on my own volition, I have 7 days to collect my possessions or they will be considered a donation to the program. I also understand that mail will not be held, and a forward must be put in at the Post Office immediately.

21.

Firm Foundations Ministry Vehicles shall ONLY be used for MINISTRY PURPOSES (i.e. getting clients’ legal documents or errands for the houses) unless otherwise approved  by the City Lead. Only approved and licensed drivers may use FFM vehicles. All uses should be related to FFM business. All drivers must fill out the FFM Vehicle Log before and after use. 

22.

I understand that internet and WiFi service is provided at the house primarily for the purposes of Firm Foundation Ministries related business, i.e. online weekly classes and program administration.   Misuse of the internet or WiFi, including but not limited to:  access of pornographic material, illegal downloading/streaming of copyrighted material, inappropriate or unauthorized use of social media, etc., may result in loss of WiFI access, or removal from the program.

23.

I understand that Firm Foundations Ministries reserves the right to have you attend additional resources outside of Firm Foundations Ministries. This may include, but is not limited to, basic educational classes, substance abuse groups, financial literacy, etc.

24.

I have read and understand all required documents for the firm foundations housing program. 

 

I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the Firm Foundations Ministries Membership Contract. 

 

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