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What are the three Rs?

  • Responsibility (correct)
  • Rehabilitation
  • Recovery (correct)
  • Replication (correct)

Who is the founder of Oxford House?

Paul Malloy

In what year was Oxford founded?

1975

What is one reason Oxford was created?

<p>To provide for a long term sober living solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

What encouraged the expansion of Oxford?

<p>The Anti Drug Abuse Act of 1988 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The three requirements for living in an Oxford House include willingness to stay sober, pay EES, and not engage in ______ behavior.

<p>disruptive</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are requirements for an Oxford House? (Select all that apply)

<p>Zero tolerance of use (A), Self Supporting (C), Democratic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

No one is asked to leave an Oxford House except for violation of the three mandatory rules.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Oxford tradition 1?

<p>To provide housing for people who want to stay sober, pay their way, and not be disruptive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 core principles?

<p>Disruption (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the stages of an Oxford House?

<p>Stable (A), Successful (B), Survival (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Oxford House mission

Provides long-term sober living for people in recovery, emphasizing responsibility and recovery.

Oxford House structure

Democratic governance with elected officials, financially self-sufficient through resident contributions.

Oxford House resident requirements

Must remain sober, pay expenses (EES), and be respectful; Zero tolerance for substance use.

Oxford House Charter

Document outlining house details, including member names, sobriety, housing, and beds

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Oxford House Tradition 1

Provides housing for sobriety efforts, ensuring minimal disruption.

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Oxford House Tradition 2

Democratic governance, allowing residents to participate in decisions.

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Oxford House Tradition 3

Strict adherence to rules: residents can only be removed for three infractions.

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Oxford House Core Principles

Recovery, responsibility, accountability, communication, and unity are cornerstones of the model.

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Oxford House Stages

Oxford Houses progress through four growth stages: Survival, Stable, Successful, Significant.

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Anti-Drug Abuse Act (1988)

Legislation that had a positive impact that encouraged the spread of Oxford House model

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Oxford House Officials (example)

Elected roles within Oxford House, like President and Treasurer.

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Oxford House Tradition 6

Oxford House operations are financially sustainable.

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Study Notes

Oxford House Overview

  • The three Rs: Responsibility, Recovery, and Replication.
  • Founded by Paul Malloy in 1975 to provide long-term sober living solutions.
  • Originated from the need for supportive environments for individuals in recovery.

Oxford House Structure

  • Officials include President, Secretary, Treasurer, Comptroller, Chore Coordinator, and Shopper.
  • Governance is democratic, allowing residents to participate in decision-making.
  • Financially self-supporting with no professional staff, relying on member contributions.

Living Requirements

  • Residents must remain sober, pay their share of expenses (EES), and maintain a non-disruptive presence.
  • Key requirements for house operation: democratic governance, self-support, and zero tolerance for substance use.

Charter Development

  • Charters require:
    • Names of members
    • Length of sobriety for each member
    • Leasing plans for housing
    • Number of anticipated beds
    • Cost per member

Oxford House Traditions

  • Tradition 1: Ensures housing for those seeking sobriety without causing community disruption.
  • Tradition 2: Governed democratically, empowering residents.
  • Tradition 3: Residents can only be asked to leave for violations of three mandatory rules.
  • Tradition 4: Active participation in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is encouraged.
  • Tradition 5: Emphasizes autonomy in house management.
  • Tradition 6: Financially self-supporting without reliance on external funding.
  • Tradition 7: Operates in a non-professional manner.
  • Tradition 8: Focuses on public education rather than alcohol or drug promotion.
  • Tradition 9: Successful exits lead to associate memberships.

Stages of Growth

  • Houses progress through four stages: survival, stable, successful, and significant.

Core Principles

  • Five core principles underpinning Oxford House: recovery, responsibility, accountability, communication, and unity/fun.

Expansion Influences

  • The Anti Drug Abuse Act of 1988 significantly encouraged the expansion of the Oxford House model.

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