Visitor Requirements & Responsibilities

Immediate family members must complete the visitation form below BEFORE a visit can take place. Only visitors on the resident’s approved visitor list will be allowed to visit the resident. Pastors and Mentors must be approved by the director and board. If you have general questions, please call 903-432-0012

For the first 30 days, a resident in our program will be restricted from having contact with family. This includes phone calls, personal visits and letter writing. This restriction is meant to help her adjust and focus on the demands of the program. To visit a Phase I resident, you must be a legally married spouse or immediate family member. The relationship between the resident and family member or spouse must be verifiable and approved. Any exception will be at the discretion of the Director and board.  

Visits are scheduled Saturdays, ON SITE in the classroom from 12:00-4:00PM

 We are a drug, tobacco and alcohol-free facility. Absolutely no drinking, smoking, vaping etc. on the property. Do not come to a visit under the influence of any substances or you will be asked to leave, and all future visits will be cancelled.

 Dress Code and Modesty Policy 

At GH we expect our residents to dress neatly, modestly, and appropriately for the occasion whether for the classroom, church, off campus, or for recreation.  Therefore, we ask our guests to set the example by following the same dress code.  We recognize that adhering to these guidelines may involve temporarily setting aside personal preference for the sake of the larger community.  In every situation, we ask that extremes be avoided. Guests should not wear tight, suggestive, or revealing clothing.  The following are not permitted: Yoga Pants, Leggings,

Shorts, Dresses, or Skirts any shorter than two inches above the knees,

Tops that don’t cover the shoulders and abdomen, i.e. sleeveless, tank or crop tops

If you have further questions about dress code, please contact us.

 When You Arrive…

All visitors will be asked to sign in at the Visitation Desk upon arrival. No other entrances are allowed.

 Visitors must check in all items brought to the home at the Visitation Desk.

 There may not be any letters, stamps, mail or money passed between family and residents in any form. All mail or letters must be received by the resident through the Visitation Desk and the Staff on Deck.

 Residents may not use cell phones at any time. Please leave all cell phones, electronic devices, purses and bags in your car during your visit.

 If you would like to bring food or snack to share on your Saturday visit please provide enough for all residents, staff and other guests. Only unopened drinks will be permitted. No personal cups, etc. Please notify Staff that you will be bringing food when you schedule your visit.

All visitors must sign out at the Visitation Desk. Residents are not allowed to be around visitors’ vehicles at any time for any reason. They are not allowed to walk family members to their cars.

 Any guest who does not comply with the policies set in place for the house will be asked to leave and all future visits may be cancelled.