Rules and Guidelines

Discover recovery, hope, and healing at Serenity Bridge Sober Living Homes

Serenity Bridge Sober Living

Build a strong support network at Serenity Bridge Sober Living in Bismarck, ND.
  • Abstinence: Residents must commit to complete abstinence from drugs and alcohol.
  • Meeting Attendance: All residents must attend mandatory house meetings every Sunday at 8 pm. Non-working residents must attend eight meetings per week, while working residents must attend four meetings per week. Meetings can include 12-step meetings (such as Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous), group therapy sessions, church, Native American church, volunteering or other recovery-related meetings.
  • Curfew: Residents must adhere to a designated curfew, which will vary depending upon the resident’s phase.
  • Random Drug and Alcohol Testing: Residents may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing to ensure compliance with the abstinence rule.
  • House Chores: Residents are responsible for performing assigned house chores to maintain a clean and orderly living environment.
  • Community Participation: Residents are encouraged to participate in community activities, such as volunteering or attending recovery-related events.
  • Financial Responsibility: Residents must meet their financial obligations, including paying rent on time.
  • Employment: Residents have two weeks upon entry to find employment.
  • Supportive Relationships: Residents should foster supportive relationships within the sober living community and avoid engaging with individuals who may jeopardize their recovery.
  • Visitors: No visitors are allowed on Serenity Bridge property; the only exception is a resident’s PO. 
  • Regular Communication: Residents must keep the staff informed of their whereabouts, when their chore is completed and any changes in their schedule or employment status.
  • Personal Belongings: Residents are responsible for their personal belongings and must not take or use other residents’ belongings without permission.
  • Transportation: Residents are encouraged to be self-sufficient for transportation. If a resident has their own vehicle, they are encouraged to help fellow housemates out with rides. 
  • Medications: Residents must follow prescribed medication guidelines and inform staff members of any changes or concerns regarding their medications.
  • Confidentiality: Residents should respect the confidentiality and anonymity of fellow residents and their personal information.
  • Smoking is only allowed in designated areas outside the house; this includes vaping.
  • Quiet Hours: Due to a variety of work schedules the hours of 11pm – 10am are deemed quiet hours to ensure a peaceful living environment for all residents.
  • Meals: All meals must be prepared and eaten in the designated areas of the house. No food in any room except the kitchen and dining areas.
  • Personal Hygiene: All residents ought to practice healthy and respectable hygiene care.
  • No resident may ask another resident to borrow money.
  • Pets: No pets of any kind are allowed.
  • Weapons: No weapons, knives or any other such objects are allowed.
  • Overdose: In the event of a suspected overdose, call 911 immediately, put your phone on speaker and administer Narcan.
  • Medication-assisted treatments are allowed as prescribed; if a resident has prescribed narcotic medication, it will be stored in a secured location.
  • Any and all items left after thirty days of absence or a resident’s dismissal will be considered a donation.
  • Entry Fee: An entry fee of $500 is required upon entry; it is non-refundable.
  • Rent: Each resident is expected to be self-supporting and must contribute financially for their time at Serenity Bridge Sober Living. Payment of $250 is due on the 1st and the 15th of each month. If fee is not paid, is late, or if you have a balance, residents may be placed on financial probation, which may include:
  • A modified phase I
  • Providing house leader with a paystub and a written budget plan.
  • All budgets need to be turned in within two days before rent is due.
  • If a resident is unable to pay, depending upon the individual situation, you may be asked to leave Serenity Bridge Sober Living.
  • Belongings are limited to the equivalent of two suitcases. 
  • Code of Conduct: Residents are expected to adhere to a code of conduct that promotes respect, honesty, accountability, and cooperation within the sober living community. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from the program.
  • Serenity Bridge Sober Living enforces a 3 Strike system for rules that are broken. (We reserve the right to dismiss any resident from the program if deemed necessary by house leaders and the board)
  • Strike system is as follows:
  • Strike 1 will get a House Mouse (resident will perform all chores) the following day.
  • Strike 2 will have to write a book report on a given 12 step subject and read it at the house meeting.
  • Strike 3 will result in a behavioral contract for 30 days; any strikes earned within the contract will result in dismissal from the program.
  • The Rules and Guidelines are enforced; a breach of any of the above may result in dismissal from Serenity Bridge.
Facebook-f

Useful Links

Contact Info

Address:

5608 Titanium Drive, Bismarck ND 58503

Phone:

701-391-4929

701-335-6442

Copyright 2024 – Serenity Bridge Sober LIving All Rights reserved