Everyday Life

Routines
A structured day is a good support when life suddenly change. A big collective as Røntofte crisis centre has plenty of daily routines such as cooking, laundry, cleaning and tidying. In addition, the women spend their time conversing with a specialist and on self-reflection. The days can be difficult to cope with as some might feel never-ending, but other days, the time just flies.

Community
How much time the women spent at Røntofte vary. Some move along swiftly, others have several things that need to fall into place before their life can move on. Therefore, we are never certain who is still at the centre the following week. As a result, the community is strengthened since we are together here and now. It makes us committed to appreciate every day, and we do not postpone things since we do not know who is going to be here the following month. Many relations and friendships develop while you are at Røntofte, which is a part of our purpose. Here at Røntofte, we create a safe and warm community in which we support each other.


Food
The meals and the food are important values for us at Røntofte. Everyone who lives here, both large and small, and as much as possible the staff, eat breakfast together every day at 9:30. At 13:00 we eat lunch, and dinner is at 18:00. We eat a healthy diet, and the kitchen accommodates vegetarians, organic requests, meat-eaters and people with lactose intolerance. Our kitchen manager runs the overall planning. In addition, all residents take turns to cook as well.

Meeting of residents
Every week, we facilitate a meeting of residents for all adult residents. We discuss the life at Røntofte from cleaning standards to safety and planning of joint activities. We are open and honest and speak freely without worrying about others’ reactions. The staff will always attend the meeting of residents. Normally, the staff consists of a pedagogue, a psychologist and a note taker. We also have meetings for the children when needed - normally once a week.

Weekend
During the weekend, the structure of the day is looser. Professionals and volunteer staff will be present, and the house functions almost as it does in weekdays. Though, we do sleep in, relax more and take the day as it comes.