When a person makes a decision to get sober, it would be great if sobriety showed up at the door immediately. It would be fantastic if you could snap your fingers and you were sober. However, that’s just not the case. Just like it took some time to develop an addiction; it’s going to take time to reverse it. Once you make a decision to get sober, research indicates that it could take up to five years to reach full recovery or long-term sobriety. For this reason, support is crucial. One way to get an incredible amount of support is to live in an environment that’s focused on sobriety, such as a sober living home.
At Westwind Recovery®, we offer exceptional addiction treatment. Further, once individuals complete our substance abuse treatment programs, we offer extensive aftercare.
Benefits of a Sober Living Home
The truth is getting sober and staying that way can be challenging. For instance, research indicates that about 50 percent of recovering alcohol and drug addicts will relapse at some point after initial treatment. Furthermore, the first 30 to 90 days after receiving any kind of professional support, such as participating in drug rehab, are the most critical for preventing relapse. It is during this time that a person might consider a sober living home to ensure their sobriety and health.
The advantages of staying in a sober living program might be obvious. However, here is a list that outlines benefits, including those you might not have thought of:
- Sober living homes are alcohol and drug-free environments that provide a positive place for recovery.
- Sober living homes provide a social environment in which relationships can be established that may become long-lasting sober friendships.
- Sober housing facilitates recovery by providing an environment that allows their residents to become self-supporting and promotes empowerment and emotional health.
- Sober living homes are typically single-family homes in quiet, residential neighborhoods.
- Sober living homes typically have established rules that ensure the safety and sobriety of its residents.
- A sober living program typically must abide by a particular code of ethics, enforced by the quality assurance that comes with a home’s membership in a sober living coalition or network.
- Sober living homes are affordable.
- Sober housing often also provide activities such as meditation, yoga, and 12-step meetings to strengthen the sobriety of its residents.
- Sober housing can be a great option for someone who wants to slowly return to their community without the risks that come with facing familiar places and people associated with their addiction.
Making the Commitment to Recovery
It’s clear that residing at a sober living home can strengthen a person’s sobriety but also their commitment. As mentioned above, staying sober doesn’t come overnight. Often, the key to creating a lasting recovery is having as much support as possible to make the road to recovery a lot less bumpy. Our aftercare programs at Westwind Recovery® can be the place that gives a person everything they need to stay on the right track. A sober living home can provide:
- a stable place to live
- a chance to stay clean and sober
- involvement in a community of others who are striving for sobriety
- access to other services such as wellness activities and 12-step meetings
- the freedom to pursue vocational opportunities and amending family relationships
Westwind Recovery®
If you’re in recovery and you’re in search of a sober community, consider the facilities Westwind Recovery® operates:
You’ll not only have a stable and sober living environment, you’ll have many opportunities to strengthen your recovery and make positive choices for creating the life you want. Reach out to Westwind Recovery® today at 855.340.8832 to learn more.
Dr. Deena is the Chief Clinical Officer of Westwind Recovery®, an award-winning outpatient treatment center in Los Angeles where she oversees the clinical and administrative program and treatment methods. Dr. Deena is a doctor of psychology and licensed clinical social worker since 1993. LCSW #20628. Originally from the East Coast, Dr. Deena has worked running treatment centers, worked as a therapist in psychiatric hospitals as well as school settings and currently has a thriving private practice in the LA area. Dr. Deena has appeared regularly on the Dr. Phil Show as an expert since 2003. She has also been featured on many other TV shows, podcasts and has contributed to written publications as well as podcasts.
