Creating a Resident Rights Statement

A resident rights statement is an essential component of ethical and effective recovery housing. It not only safeguards the rights and dignity of residents, but also contributes to the creation of a supportive and nurturing environment conducive to long-term recovery.

A well-written resident rights statement empowers those who may not have had their rights upheld in previous life experiences. Upholding rights helps set the tone of trust between the recovery housing operators, among residents and within the recovery house community.

Objectives
  • Learn how a well-written resident rights statement helps you implement the social model of recovery within your recovery home,
  • What elements must be included in your resident rights statement, and
  • Strategies for drafting your resident rights statement.
Est. Time30 min

Course Syllabus

Not Enrolled
1. Resident Rights Statement: Overview
2. Resident Rights Statement: The Social Model of Recovery
3. Resident Rights Statement: Legal Rights
4. Resident Rights Statement: Communicate Rights Before Agreements are Signed
5. Resident Rights Statement Assessment #1
6. Resident Rights Statement: Required Elements
7. Resident Rights Statement: The Grievance Process
8. Resident Rights Statement: The Right to Exercise Rights
9. Resident Rights Statement: The Right to File a Grievance
10. Resident Rights Statement: The Right To Be Informed of Charges
11. Resident Rights Statement: The Right To Receive Written Receipts and Detailed Statements
12. Resident Rights Statement: The Right to an Independent Treatment Specialist or Legal Counsel
13. Resident Rights Statement: The Right to a Full Explanation Regarding the Restriction or Loss of House Privileges
14. Resident Rights Statement: Signature Line
15. Resident Rights Statement Assessment #2
16. Resident Rights Statement: Other Considerations
17. Resident Rights Statement: Best Practices
18. Resident Rights Statement: Sample
19. Resident Rights Statement Assessment #3
20. Resident Rights Statement: Homework Assignment
21. Resident Rights Statement: NEXT STEPS