Substance-Free Recovery Homes
Our shared living homes provide a safe, structured environment where individuals commit to living a life free of drugs and alcohol. These homes are not treatment facilities but community-based residences that offer accountability, stability, and peer support. They give people in recovery a place to build healthy routines, maintain sobriety, and work toward long-term goals.
Bon Samaritan Shared Living encourages accountability, personal growth, and lasting recovery by combining a substance-free setting with structure and support.
Shared Living Frequently Asked Questions
A recovery residence is a home where individuals live together in a drug- and alcohol-free environment. These homes provide stability and community for people who are either transitioning from treatment programs or voluntarily choosing to live a healthier, substance-free lifestyle. They do not provide clinical treatment. Instead, they focus on structure, accountability, and a supportive peer community that helps residents sustain sobriety.
Key elements include:
- Clean & Comfortable Housing – Reliable electricity, heating, cooling, and water ensure a safe, hygienic living space.
- Substance-Free Environment – A strict zero-tolerance policy promotes stability and protects everyone’s commitment to recovery.
- Accountability & House Rules – Curfews, regular drug testing, and clear expectations help residents stay focused.
- Supportive Staff & Peer Guidance – House managers and trained staff provide oversight, while residents build encouragement through shared experiences.
- Well-Maintained Property – Quiet hours, regular upkeep, and respectful community policies ensure harmony with neighbors.
Residents come from diverse backgrounds but share one commitment: maintaining sobriety. Everyone living in these homes chooses to embrace a drug- and alcohol-free lifestyle. Many stay for an average of 12 months, using this time to stabilize and prepare for independent living.
No. These homes are not medical facilities, so they do not require a special license. Under both federal and local fair housing laws, they are considered single-family residences and must be treated the same as any other home.
Each home has structured rules and oversight. Residents must contribute to household responsibilities, respect quiet hours, and maintain sobriety. House managers provide daily structure, guidance, and support to keep the environment safe and orderly.
No. Studies consistently show that well-managed recovery homes do not increase crime or negatively impact neighborhoods. On the contrary, residents are committed to accountability and stability, making them invested in being good neighbors.
Properly managed residences have no negative effect on property values. They are designed to blend into the neighborhood and are often indistinguishable from any other single-family home.
No. These homes operate like traditional residences. Residents typically work, attend school, or participate in recovery meetings. Quiet hours and curfews are enforced, ensuring a respectful and low-impact presence in the community.
Homes are located in residential neighborhoods to provide a supportive, everyday environment that fosters recovery. Locations are chosen for their accessibility to jobs, public transportation, and community resources.
Residents agree to house rules that protect the safety and integrity of the environment. Violation of these rules can result in removal from the home.
- No use of drugs or alcohol
- Participation in household responsibilities
- Respect for neighbors and property
- Adherence to quiet hours and curfews
Our homes have a high success rate of residents transitioning into permanent housing, and we actively help them take that next step. Recovery residences not only support individuals but also benefit the community:
- Provide stability for people in recovery, reducing relapse rates.
- Support public health by promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Reduce strain on emergency services and healthcare resources.
- Help residents reintegrate into society as productive neighbors.
We encourage open communication and welcome questions or concerns. By fostering dialogue, we ensure the home integrates smoothly within the neighborhood and dispel any misconceptions.