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Sober Living Homes

A sober living home serves as a link between an inpatient facility and the "real world." A sober living home is a great way to allay any worries you might have about returning to regular life after being in such a closely watched environment.

You might find it difficult to reintegrate into daily life after leaving an inpatient treatment facility and going home. You can continue to apply the lessons you learned in rehab by choosing one of the in-between recovery options provided by sober living facilities. Many people in recovery find that the decision to move into a sober living environment after receiving treatment determines whether they will relapse or stay sober.

Even some teen and adolescent-specific rehabs developed specially to help teenagers address substance abuse, alcoholism, drug addiction and other behavior addictions will  send teens and adolescents to highly structured sober living homes after they complete their initial inpatient treatment which may or may not have included detox, treatment, counseling and aftercare.

Expectations in a Sober Living Facility

What should you, therefore, anticipate from a sober-living facility? In general, anticipate:

●      A safe and supportive setting:

Although less strict than inpatient facilities, sober living homes still have guidelines that residents must follow, such as curfews and attendance at group meetings.

●      Plans and obligations:

Residents are not required to stay on the sober living home's campus. They can come and go as they please. This makes it possible for people in recovery to feel as though they are readjusting to normal life. It can allow them to resume carrying out their regular duties.

●      Possibilities for attending 12-step meetings and participating in other self-help organizations:

Attending 12-step meetings, establishing structure, accountability, and fostering a sober community are just a few of the advantages of living in a sober-living home.

●      Housing that's hygienic and welcoming:

Making good friends who support the desire to refrain from using drugs and alcohol is a big part of living in a sober living home.

Boost Your Chances of Remaining Sober

A sober living environment aids the recovery process of a person. It offers an alternative to transitioning directly from an immersive care environment to a completely unstructured environment at home.

Residents of sober living facilities assist in a variety of activities that will support their recovery, including:

• Repairing relationships with friends and family harmed by one's drug use
• Getting a job
• Finding a place to live after treatment
• Living sober in an unstructured environment and trying to become familiar with it

When to Enter a Sober Living Facility

If you feel worried about maintaining sobriety on your own following an inpatient stay, you should move into a sober living home.

For many people in recovery, the option that sober living homes offer is very beneficial. The typical length of stay at a sober living facility is at least 90 days. But, stays can be extended for as long as is required.

How To Find A Sober Living Home

Moving into a sober living home with an easily accessible support network, close to your aftercare program, and strong 12 -step recovery can be very beneficial to your recovery. Feel free to download this list of nationwide sober living homes, or contact the Recovery HQ Team and we will help you find a sober living facility that is ideal for you.