The dorms are segregated by sex. Each dorm resident has a bed, a small bedside table, and a locker for personal possessions. Residents are required to do chores such as laundry, making beds, cleaning, washing dishes and cooking, with those with physical ailments assigned to lighter duties. Hoffman defends the work requirement by saying it is good for morale, reduces resident misbehavior and saves money. It's the only way we can afford to keep these places going.
Meals are heavy on carbohydrates.
Breakfast is invariably oatmeal and toast, and meat is served only on Sundays and holidays. Hoffman defended the diet. The diet they get in here is really better for them. Wood Lake provides no recreational activities. Some residents take the bus to the library or go for walks, and local churches provide transportation to services.