Skelley House

Sober living homes, often referred to as sober houses and sober living environments, are residential facilities that offer structured living conditions and safe, secure housing for individuals exiting treatment programs for substance abuse. Many SLHs are similar to correctional facilities in that they offer both on-site and off-site programs for the treatment of substance abuse. Some offer inpatient treatment while others offer outpatient services. The treatment programs offered in the residential facilities may differ from one facility to the next, but in general, the facilities offer an integrated treatment program. Inpatient detoxification, inpatient mental health therapy, outpatient rehabilitation and group therapy are among the programs offered in sober living houses.

In residential treatment programs, residents are given personalized attention and support, ensuring that they receive the best possible results from their addiction recovery process. Most residential treatment facilities require that a minimum number of residents are residents for at least three months before they are discharged from the program. The length of time the residents stay in the residential treatment facility, and the success rate of their recovery depend on several factors including individual recovery capacity and the severity of the addict’s problem. Those who are determined to be “unfit” for residential treatment must be referred to a facility that specializes in residential treatment. Residential treatment is best for those who exhibit serious behavior problems that cannot be remedied with medication or other forms of therapy. There are a variety of treatment options available, including inpatient detoxification, outpatient therapy and group therapy, as well as residential programs that allow family members and friends to participate.

In residential treatment centers, individuals who are deemed not suitable for inpatient treatment often remain in the facility as non-patients, as long as they meet certain criteria for participation in programs and other activities. These programs may include activities like counseling, self-help groups, group therapy and recreational activities. While the duration of stay in a residential treatment center will vary according to the severity of the addict’s problem, a resident should expect to stay in the center up to 30 days or longer before being released, and up to seven days or longer if necessary to complete a specific program.