Rules & Guidelines

Adherence to the following rules will ensure a safe and peaceful experience for all Fisher House guests.  When an individual abuses the house or disrupts its harmony, that individual and family immediately forfeit their privileges at the Fisher House. 

Family members are responsible for abiding by all house rules & policies.  Each guest is required to sign a statement of understanding regarding this fact prior to admission into the facility. 

Any guest who refuses to comply with the house rules or live in harmony with other guests may be evicted with or without written notification. 

Any of the following violations will result in immediate eviction from Fisher House:

• Anger, hostility, or demands of preferential treatment
• Damage to house or furnishings
• Sexual misconduct
• Unreasonable noise or language
• Theft of property
• Illicit use of Fisher House computers, including viewing pornography or participating in on-line gambling
• Unauthorized use of rooms or unauthorized guests in rooms
• Gambling, Soliciting, Vending and Selling Merchandise
• Possession or use of weapons
• Possession or use of illegal drugs or alcohol
• Smoking inside the facility
• Violence or threats against other guests or staff
• In-patient stays are prohibited.  Patients who are medically stable may visit family members at the House but under no circumstances are they allowed to stay overnight.

The following regulations are in place to ensure the safety and comfort of all Fisher House guests.  Initial infractions will result in a warning but subsequent violations may result in eviction from the Fisher House:

• Exterior doors must be kept locked when staff is not present.  Never grant admittance to anyone you don’t know.
• No food or beverages (except water) are allowed in the guest suites.
• Children are the sole responsibility of their parent or guardian and must never be left on the premises alone. Children under the age of 10 must be under direct supervision of a family member, 16 years or older, at all times.
• Quiet hours are from 9:00pm - 8:00am daily.
• Visiting hours are 9:00am - 9:00pm daily, limited to 2 visitors up to 2 hours.
• Guests and visitors must be appropriately dressed while staying at, or visiting the House.  Shirts, shoes and/or slippers must be worn at all times in public areas.  Night wear may be worn outside guest suites provided a housecoat or robe is also worn.  Modesty is key here!   

• Guests are responsible for maintaining the individual cleanliness of their assigned rooms and cleaning up after themselves after use of common areas.  Mattress covers must be used on beds at all times.
• Persons with chicken pox, measles, tuberculosis or any other contagious diseases/illnesses will be excluded from the Fisher House. Guests must inform staff immediately when they develop these diseases during their stay. 
• The furniture in the common rooms is shared by all - please keep feet off the furniture and do not allow children to play on it.  Under no circumstances are the sofas to be used as a sleeping space. 
• When changing diapers, please use a waterproof pad under your child on the floor.