Each resident will be assigned a responsibility on a rotational basis to assure that the Commons is kept clean. Each resident will be asked to work with the houseparents in making a written agreement that will help her meet the aforementioned housekeeping responsibilities. Consistent with the family concept , the staff of New Beginnings should know the whereabouts of every resident. Residents are to inform the houseparents when they leave, when they expect to return, when they actually return and any expected delays in returning to the Home. At least one meal is eaten together with houseparents and other residents each day.
Meals are prepared in the residents' own apartments.
The housemother will schedule meal times and clean-up responsibilities for all residents. Each resident is expected to prepare other meals for herself and her child in her own apartment. Residents are expected to bathe or shower daily. Each resident will assure that her child is kept clean. As often as twice each week, all residents will be required to attend classes on skills related to parenting and independent living in a family setting.