If you are interested in applying for Tied For Second, please fill out both of our applications below (Sober Living Application and Release of Information).
Tied for Second Sober Living Application
Mission Statement:
The Living Sober Residence “Tied for Second” is a housing community for living sober. This means that you will be living in a safe and sober environment, focused on getting a job/education and maintaining your sobriety. We are a recovery-oriented residence to help you get back into the community, to successfully fulfill your goals, earn a living wage, and work towards full independence.
Rules and Expectations:
Rules are subject to change on a day-to-day basis and may be implemented immediately, with or without notice.
General Rules:
– Must pass a urine analysis (UA) before entering the residence and be allowed a bed/room.
– NO use of alcohol or any mind-altering/mood-altering drugs. If you assist, allow, or ENABLE another resident to use, you will be immediately discharged.
– NARCAN is an EMERGENCY item and placed in a central location in the house where it shall remain. Moving this item or using it for any use other than for the intended purpose will be considered substance abuse and result in immediate discharge.
– All doctor-prescribed medication, as well as over-the-counter medications, MUST be disclosed and approved before taking residence. Residents are responsible for their own medical conditions. TFS will not take responsibility or be liable in any way or at any time. If there is an emergency, 911 will be called, and staff/residents will assist as much as possible, but will not be liable or responsible for the condition or medical treatment.
– All personal hygiene products must be alcohol free (mouthwash, hand sanitizer, etc.) or subject to confiscation.
– Subject to random UA and/or breath tests upon request–Positive results or simply upon suspected use are both grounds for immediate discharge.
– Must attend aftercare and other support groups such as AA, NA, EA, Smart Recovery, or Celebrate Recovery.
– Relapse = Discharge; we are here to help, but you must be willing to keep up your promise of sobriety. TFS has adopted these rules and guidelines to create a safe, sober, and stable living environment. It is your responsibility to help keep it this way. If you know that someone is putting their own recovery or the recovery of others at risk, you must report this to the staff immediately. Together, we must all protect the structure and integrity of our sober living community and ensure that it is a safe place for all to live and thrive.
– Abusive behavior, stealing, fighting, threatening, racial or pornographic issues WILL NOT be tolerated, nor will any weapons and/or paraphernalia be allowed on the premises.
– Involvement in any illegal activities or gambling while residing at the house will result in immediate discharge.
– No smoking, vaping, or chewing in the house at any time. There will be designated areas outside; butts must be disposed of properly in an ashtray. No butts will be left outside.
– No resident can date or have romantic/sexual relationships with any other resident that lives in the same premises or in any other TFS residence.
– Residents are expected to keep the information of other residents confidential except as required by law enforcement, parole or probation, and/or any violation of the TFS sober house rules and expectations.
– Residents are responsible for their own transportation. Parking will be on the street and in two spaces in the driveway, if applicable. Do not block sidewalks/driveways/mailboxes.
– Each resident is responsible for the monthly program fee in the amount of $600 per month, which is due on the 1st of each month. This program fee shall be made payable to Tied For Second in the form of cash, a cashier’s check, money order, or ACH (Venmo). A $75 late fee will be implemented and donated to Furry Friends Rescue.
– Residents are fully liable for anything that is damaged in or outside of the house and must replace it with something of equal value or pay for it along with the next rent check.
– The recommended stay is a minimum of 6 to 9 months, but can be negotiated with prior approval and or worked out with TFS staff. Your sobriety is your own path.
– Personal property is your responsibility—TFS does not assume liability for any loss, theft, or damage to your personal property—anything left at the residence after discharge shall be donated without prior contact or notice.
– Mail collection and distribution is your daily responsibility. You are responsible for forwarding your mail upon your discharge. All mail after discharge will be marked “Return To Sender”.
– No pets are allowed.
House Rules:
– Must attend mandatory house meetings & group events as scheduled.
– Do not give out the door keycode to guests/friends. Please do not share the address of your home or post pictures of other guests on social media without their permission.
– No resident can change the living area decorations or rearrange any furniture; you are allowed a bulletin board to put your personal pictures, notes, etc. NO additional pictures shall be hung in the bedrooms and/or any community rooms.
– No electronic devices (TVs, mini refrigerators, humidifiers, space heaters, fans, etc.) other than your cell phone/tablet are allowed in the bedrooms. TVs and appliances are provided in the common areas. DO NOT adjust the thermostat at any time.
– Visitors (family and children) and sponsors are only allowed at the house during the hours of 1 pm to 7 pm; all visitors must be approved by the TFS staff and are only allowed in the common areas of the house. No visitors of the opposite sex or overnight guests are permitted at the house.
– All residents must comply with curfew and quiet time.
Curfew Hours: Sun through Sat 11:00 pm
Quiet Time: starts at the curfew hours shown above and is established in order to respect other residents while sleeping. Only the use of the microwave is allowed after 10:00 pm; no other cooking. Television/phones/tablets are allowed only if kept at a volume that will not disturb other residents.
– Must respect the house as well as other residents and participate in proper social interaction.
– Inappropriate or threatening behavior will not be tolerated and will result in discharge.
– All rooms must remain unlocked, and each resident is expected to maintain personal space by not entering other residents’ rooms. Only TFS staff may enter your room at any time for a routine search. Routine searches will be conducted on a random basis without prior notice.
– Community fridge and pantry, unless you label your items; you are expected to be respectful to other residents–if you eat another resident’s food, you are expected to replace it.
– Must do daily housekeeping, such as but not limited to, making your bed & keeping your room clean and tidy. Other house chores: vacuuming, dishes, taking out the garbage, mowing, and otherwise taking care of the home and yard. Take pride in your residence.
– Your assigned house chores must be completed by you and only you before leaving for work/school in the morning. Bribing other residents to do your chores will not be tolerated.
– Personal hygiene/bathing daily is required, as well as washing your bedding at least every two weeks & clothing after wearing, as laundry facilities are provided for you—please empty pockets and do not overload machines. Do not leave laundry unattended.
– No eating or drinking in ANY of the carpeted areas of the residence. You may eat and drink in the kitchen or dining area.
– No sleeping is allowed anywhere in the house but in your assigned bedroom.
– TFS has adopted these rules and guidelines to create a safe, sober, and stable living environment. It is your responsibility to help keep it this way. If you know that someone is putting their own recovery at risk or the recovery of others at risk, you must report this to the staff immediately. Together, we must all protect the structure and integrity of our sober living community and ensure that it is a safe place for all to live and thrive.
Work Rules:
– RECOVERY IS YOUR 1st JOB.
– All residents are required to work or attend school a minimum of 30 hours per week, depending on their treatment schedule.
– If your work schedule conflicts with house meetings, it must be approved by TFS staff.
– Borrowing money from any other resident is prohibited.
– Residents who have employment in or go to any establishments that may serve alcoholic beverages and/or have any adult entertainment must be approved by TFS staff.
– Volunteer work, such as soup kitchen, is encouraged but not required. If you are interested, please contact the TFS staff.