Participant Expectations

• Clean, dry clothing.
• No bowel/bladder problems upon arrival at the transportation location or program. (If this is a concern, extra clean clothing, clean-up supplies and Depends garments, or similar items, must be sent with the participant.)
• Attention to body odor. (Should smell clean.)
• Clean hair, face, teeth, hands, nails. (Overall appearance should be clean.)
• Appropriate attire for program participation. (i.e. tennis shoes, warm ups or loose/comfortable fitting clothing for athletic/sports/exercise programs.) If you have questions about the type of attire participants should wear for a particular program(s), please contact our office.

FVSRA staff will also be consistent in stressing personal hygiene while participants are in our programs, and will not return participant(s) at the end of a program in an unclean manner.

Behavior Policy

All participants are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. The following guidelines have been developed to help make programs safe and enjoyable for all participants. Additional rules may be developed for specific programs as deemed necessary by staff

All participants shall:

• Show respect to all participants, staff, and volunteers. Participants should follow program rules and take direction from staff.
• Refrain from using abusive or foul language.
• Refrain from threatening or causing bodily harm to self, other participants, or staff.
• Show respect for equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Not posses any weapons.
• If inappropriate behavior occurs, a prompt resolution will be sought specific to each individual’s situation. The agency reserves the right to dismiss a participant whose behavior endangers his or her own safety or the safety of others.