Terms of Service – Use of Sunstone Way Internet and Loaned Equipment

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern the use of internet access, loaned equipment, and related technology resources (“Resources”) provided by Sunstone Way (“we,” “our,” or “us”) to participants in our assistance programs (“you” or “participant”). By using these Resources, you agree to follow these Terms.

1. Purpose of Use

1.1 Program Support – Sunstone Way provides internet access and loaned equipment to help participants fully engage in our programs, access educational materials, apply for services, and work toward personal development goals.

1.2 Permitted Personal Use – We understand you may occasionally use these Resources for personal matters. Limited personal use is permitted if it does not:

  • Interfere with participation in our programs.

  • Break any laws or program guidelines.

  • Cause excessive strain on our network or systems.

2. Prohibited Use

You must not use Sunstone Way’s Resources to:

  • Access, share, or store illegal, obscene, or discriminatory content.

  • Engage in harassment, threats, or harmful communications.

  • Download or distribute pirated software, media, or other copyrighted works without proper permission.

  • Attempt to bypass security protections or gain unauthorized access to systems or information.

3. Privacy & Security

3.1 No Expectation of Complete Privacy – While we respect your confidentiality, internet activity and use of loaned equipment may be monitored to ensure safety, security, and compliance with these Terms.

3.2 Account and Device Security – You are responsible for safeguarding any passwords or login credentials provided to you. If you suspect they have been compromised, notify Sunstone Way staff immediately.

3.3 Data Protection – Any sensitive information related to Sunstone Way or other program participants must be handled responsibly and stored only in approved systems.

4. Loaned Equipment

4.1 Ownership – All loaned devices and accessories remain the property of Sunstone Way.

4.2 Care and Responsibility – You are expected to take reasonable care of loaned equipment and protect it from loss, theft, or damage. Please report any problems right away.

4.3 Return of Equipment – You must return all loaned equipment in good working condition when requested, when you complete or leave the program, or if the item is no longer needed.

5. Compliance & Consequences

5.1 Non-Compliance – Failure to follow these Terms may result in the loss of access to Sunstone Way internet and/or equipment, and in some cases, legal action.

5.2 Legal Requirements – You must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws when using Sunstone Way Resources.

5.3 Sole Discretion to Remove Access – Sunstone Way reserves the sole discretion to suspend or terminate your access to internet services and/or loaned equipment at any time, with or without notice, if it determines that such action is necessary for safety, security, compliance, or operational reasons.

6. Changes to Terms

Sunstone Way may update these Terms at any time. We will notify participants of changes, and continued use of our Resources means you agree to the updated Terms.

By using Sunstone Way internet access and/or loaned equipment, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to follow these Terms.