Sober Living for Men

Many are not yet familiar with the term Sober Living for Men but may have heard of them referred to as something else such as a half way house or even in some cases they are called a “flop house.” Regardless of what name they are given Sober Living for Men offer hope to men that are recovering addicts. Usually, when a man decides it is time to address his addiction he will enter a treatment facility. Here he will go through a safe and comfortable detox followed by an inpatient treatment. The duration of that treatment varies depending on the addict and the substance or substances that you are addicted to. Very often, actually in most cases, if the addict leaves treatment and returns home he will relapse. Being at home and placing yourself in a position of seeing old friends or places can act as “triggers” in the mind of the addict, prompting a relapse. Addicts need strength and also need to be able to learn what it is like to function as a normal member of society. This is what Sober Living for Men offers. We are a drug and alcohol free environment that offers a positive living situation where you will be with other addicts that offer peer group recovery support. These homes play an extremely critical role in promoting individual recovery by fully utilizing and supporting individual recovery and teaching you to become self supporting.

Our sober living homes are a fourth step in the lifelong recovery process. The first stage being admitting that a problem exists and asking for help. The second step is to enter treatment and go through detox. The third step is to complete inpatient treatment, and the fourth step, which is not the final step as this disease is a lifelong battle, is sober living homes. While the battle may not seem manageable at this time it will help knowing that there are ways to beat this disease in a non judgmental way and more important, in a way that will work. Call Cliffside Malibu at 1-800-501-1988.

Homes that Support Sober Living for Men

The typical sober living home is not going to be located across the street from a drug house or even in the inner city but rather somewhere that will be beneficial to you and there will always be a strict set of house rules. If the rules are not followed, penalties are enforced. Obviously, the first and foremost rule is a zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol. There are also rules pertaining to fighting, violation of curfews, violence, stealing, on ground sexual activities, etc. Each resident is expected to have suitable employment and pay your share of the rent while also buying your own food. Everyone must be doing something that is considered a contribution to society, even those that are disabled or on assistance are expected to become involved in some type of community service.

All residents are required to attend a minimum number of weekly 12 Step meetings. The number of residents that are placed in one home can vary greatly depending on the style of the sober living home. Most sober homes are gender specific. Each resident is expected to contribute to the daily chores so that the home is well managed and clean. Typically, you would stay at the sober living home for a period of 90 days to one year. On occasion some do stay longer than one year. Most residents have a very positive experience in your sober living home as you are able to share many experiences with each other and are there to support one another in times of difficulty during this battle of addiction. Sharing with each other often offers strength and hope for a brighter future. Wouldn’t you like for your future to be brighter and have hope for a better tomorrow? Call Cliffside Malibu today at 1-800-501-1988 to experience our Sober Living for Men for yourself.

Real Sober Living for Men

It is important to note that not all residents that go to sober living houses come from inpatient treatment programs. Some may come for other reasons including just making a valid attempt to remove you from a toxic environment. That is an excellent and intelligent move on your part, as an addict to recognize that you are in a situation that is promoting drug and alcohol abuse and removing your own self from it.

Sober living environments are likely the most successful thus far in treating drug and alcohol addiction. In treatment you have already learned the necessary steps on how to manage living skills on your own but sober living allows you the opportunity to practice it. However, you are still held accountable for your actions and must attend 12 step meetings and succumb to drug testing. The rules for each sober living treatment facility will vary. Sober living allows you to grow in a healthy and positive direction. The time to act is now! Call us at 1-800-501-1988.

Making a Commitment – Sober Living for Men

When an addict is using or “active” their whole focus is on getting drugs or alcohol and using. This takes up a greater part of your day therefore even the most basic living skills are neglected. Most of you have forgotten or simply don’t know how to complete even the most mundane tasks such as holding down a steady job, taking care of the needs of your family and paying bills. Most can not even find it in you to awake on time.

Sober living allows the addict to rebuild a healthy foundation. Just like a child, you must be taught again to play a positive and active role in society. You will learn vital life skills and these are absolutely necessary so that you can cope with cravings and identify triggers that may cause you to relapse. These skills are so important to learn. Call us at 1-800-501-1988.

Sober Living for Men Treatment Homes

When you are in a sober living home the environment is more “real life” than it is in treatment but it is also more regulated than it is if you are living on your own. It meets you right in the middle while you are working on becoming stronger and healthier. Here you will gain confidence and learn how to be stable. This is what you need to make it out of this bitter battle alive!

For additional information on the Sober Living for Men at Company Name, please visit our main Sober Living page. For immediate assistance, call Cliffside Malibu anytime at 1-800-501-1988.