All house tasks are voluntary, performed
by those who can take pleasure in helping in that particular
way. Those who are gifted at housecleaning clean, those who
are gifted at cooking cook, those who are gifted at shopping
shop, those who are gifted at home maintenance and repair, repair
and maintain, those who are gifted in auto mechanics repair
cars
Those who are unable to help in more practical ways
are treated with respect and esteemed for who they are and for
the less tangible but nonetheless vitally important help that
they can offer.
Each is encouraged to attend the church
of her/his choice, to obtain help from professionals
pastors, doctors, therapists, educators in areas of special
need, and to develop relationships and interests outside of
the house.
There are five family dinners each week.
There are family discussions, prayer, Bible study
usually
just for fellowship, but sometimes to resolve difficult problems.
We aim at consensus. Everyones input is respected. Everyone
has a vote.
People stay here when staying is in their
best interest. People leave when leaving is in their best interest
for example, when the best next step is independent living
or marriage. The close family-like relationship with that person
usually continues. Members are added who become interested in
living here through professional referral or communication by
word of mouth.