Finding Safe Housing in Recovery

One of the hardest parts of staying sober is finding a safe place to live. While some people can afford to live on their own, others cannot. That’s where sober living comes in. In a sober living environment, you reside with others who share the same sobriety goals. Options range from Oxford Houses to Residential Living Centers.

House Rules & Expectations

Sober living homes vary in structure:

• Some have strict rules like curfews, cell phone restrictions, and medication management

• Others are more relaxed
  Most, if not all, sober homes include:

• Weekly house meetings

• Random drug screenings

Rule enforcement also varies by house:

• Some may ask you to leave immediately if you're under the influence, possess substances, or fail a test

• Others may allow second or third chances, depending on their policies

Why Sober Living Helps

These environments provide:

• Stability

• Accountability

• Structure
  All essential for transitioning into a self-sufficient, responsible lifestyle.

Explore Options

Below is a list of sober living homes in Virginia, a few in Maryland, and trusted foundations offering sober living grants.
(Oxford Houses are searchable nationwide.)

Additional Notes

• Looking for a fresh start? Some people choose to move away from their old using grounds. If that’s you (or your loved one), contact us—we’ll help you explore sober living grants or scholarships in other states.

• Not seeing the right fit? Ask new recovery friends if they have a room for rent or want to find housing together.

• Run a sobriety house? If your home isn’t listed here and you'd like to be, please email us to schedule a meeting and evaluation.

• Waiting on grant approval? Consider asking a local church or seeing if the house you’re applying to knows of any additional resources.