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The Three Main Benefits of a Sober Living Program

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The Three Main Benefits of a Sober Living Program

Sober living programs provide the support and practical assistance you need to overcome an addiction long-term. These programs are ideal for anyone who has completed a stint in rehab but would like additional support to transition back into society. They offer a safe and comfortable place to stay, with licensed therapists and counselors to help you reintegrate into society. With sober living, you don’t have to worry about falling back into bad habits and being influenced by unhealthy friendships. To learn about some of the essential benefits of sober living housing, reach out to Red Oak Recovery® today at 866.457.7590.

Financial Assistance and Support

Your stay at a sober living facility won’t be free; however, it will likely be affordable or even covered to some extent by your health insurance plan. What’s more, a sober living facility may offer budgeting assistance to help you manage your money while you focus on recovery. As an added benefit, the cost of monthly rent is fixed. You won’t have to deal with the stress of managing unexpected expenses while you’re completing your transition from in-house rehab to the regular world.

Rules to Safeguard You and Help you Stick with Sober Living

Many sober living programs have strict rules. Red Oak Recovery®, along with many sober living programs, is gender-specific, which means you’ll be housed solely with members of the same sex. Guidelines may include restrictions on phone and internet usage, guidelines on interactions with staff and family members, and required therapy sessions. You’ll also be required to take regular drug tests, find a job, attend school, or volunteer.

It can be challenging to follow strict rules for an extended period of time. However, these rules will help you develop healthy habits you’ll need to stand firm when faced with difficult situations in the future. They’ll also help you learn to establish boundaries to protect yourself from dangerous situations.

Support to Turn to when Sober Living is Hard

One of the best things about a sober living program is that it offers the support you need to recover. As experts note, one of the most difficult aspects of addiction recovery is leaving behind old friends and hangouts that contributed to and facilitated your addictions. A sober living facility can help you make new friends who will pull you up when you’re down, encourage you to stay sober, and celebrate your wins with you. Furthermore, sober living facilities offer activities that allow you to have fun while steering clear of alcohol and drugs.

The support you get from a sober living facility won’t end when you go home. You can stay in touch with the friends you’ve made and continue helping each other remain sober long-term. Your therapists and counselors will be available by phone or email to give you a hand when you get in a tough spot.

Sign up for a Sober Living Program Today

It’s not easy to overcome an addiction. But the first ninety days after your recovery are particularly challenging. Most relapses tend to happen within this time period, especially for young people.

Thankfully, you can take measures to lower the odds of falling back into your bad habits. Red Oak Recovery® offers sober living facilities and other forms of treatment to give you all the tools and resources you need to stay sober for life. We provide personalized care, a unique hybrid program that combines a wilderness/adventure program with a clinical/hospital program, eco-therapy, dual diagnosis treatment, and a trauma-informed clinical team. We can also connect you with a facility that handles medical detox to help you overcome withdrawal symptoms.

Would you like to kick an addiction for good and start a new life? If so, contact us online or call us at 866.457.7590 to get personalized help with overcoming bad habits and replacing them with healthy ones.