Simmons House Rules 1
- No violence to self or others. Bullying in any form is not permitted.
- Abuse of a sexual, racial, personal or other hurtful nature is unacceptable by any means (verbal, written, phone, text-message etc).
- No intoxicating substances (drug, alcohol, volatile substances etc.) can be consumed or brought onto the Unit or the hospital grounds.
- No young person must return to the Unit in an intoxicated state.
- No knives, razor blades or other sharp or dangerous implements may be brought to or kept on the Unit.
- Sexual activity is not permitted. Separate sleeping accommodation is provided for boys and girls. Young people must not enter the area provided for the opposite sex.
- Day-attenders are not allowed to enter the residential areas.
- No damage to the building or property. Young people are expected to replace or contribute to the cost of repair of any item they damage.
- Smoking is actively discouraged. Smoking is not permitted in any activities, group meetings, lessons or anywhere inside the building. If young people need to smoke, designated times and areas are provided.
- To ensure the safety of the unit, young people, their belongings and their rooms may be searched if the staff think this is necessary. Youngsters will usually be informed about this.
- Young people are expected to take part in all aspects of the Unit Programme and to attend meetings and activities on time.