Recovery Housing Program RHP

ATR provides individuals in recovery with financial assistance for sober living and other recovery-related services to help them rebuild their lives and achieve independence. There are many individuals with the disease of addiction, and there are too few safe and sober environments for them to recover in, resulting in fatal circumstances. The Willing House provides safe housing for all who need it, with all the comforts of home, and a feeling of close-knit peer support. If a safe and sober living environment with fellowship and support is what you seek, we know you’ll find it here at The Willing House. Effective September 1, 2016, state agencies mash certified sober homes and their vendors are only able to refer clients to certified alcohol and drug-free (ADF) housing. In accordance with this requirement, MASH serves as the primary agency for accountability of all certified homes in Massachusetts.

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Transition (e.g. entry, phase movement and exit) rituals promote residents’ sense of belonging and confer progressive status and increasing opportunities within the recovery living environment and community. Job descriptions include staff responsibilities, eligibility, and knowledge, skills and abilities needed to deliver services. Ideally, eligibility to deliver services includes lived experience recovering from substance use disorders and the ability to reflect recovery principles.

Partner Sober Home and Halfway House Listings

Submit an application online and receive a call back within 24 hours. Our mission is to create and maintain a Christian environment conducive to sober living for men in recovery from addiction who are also transitioning from incarceration at the Worcester County House of Correction. Short-term transportation resources are available to help eligible individuals get from court to treatment, recovery support, and overdose prevention services.

Sober Living for Men in New Bedford, Massachusetts

Staff and/or resident leaders educate residents about local community-based resources. Evidence that residents increase recovery capital through such things as recovery support and community service, work/employment, etc. Not sure who owns these sober homes but they are anything but nice places to live. When you go to take a shower you need to keep all your valuables with you or they wont be yours any longer. My roommate was so banged up every night it was a relief when he finally passed out.

How MASH Certification Ensures Safe, Supportive Sober Housing in Massachusetts

Our homes occupy the space between inpatient care and returning home. The Willing House provides independent living, with accountability, continuing and continuity of recovery for those who want to learn a new way to live. Many Vanderburgh Sober Living homes are independently owned and operated by Chartered Operators –  members of the Vanderburgh Sober Living 501(c)3 Foundation’s collaborative membership organization.

• We wish to help people grow and return to society as productive members.
• Funding is specifically allocated for residents living in MASH-certified sober homes, ensuring that participants receive housing that meets high standards of safety and support.
• Neighborhood associations and local governments engage with operators to address concerns such as safety or community impact.
• Our mission is to create and maintain a Christian environment conducive to sober living for men in recovery from addiction who are also transitioning from incarceration at the Worcester County House of Correction.
• Individuals are required to meet with a Navigator for an in-person intake to ensure that they meet the sober housing and transportation eligibility requirements.

Power Forward offers three to six week scholarships to vetted MASH Certified Sober Homes that we have pre-existing relationships. In severe cases where non-compliance threatens public safety or resident welfare, Massachusetts law permits emergency actions such as injunctions or restraining orders to cease operations immediately. Maintaining compliance is critical to ensuring the safety and success of both the sober house and its residents. Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A, the Oxford House Zoning Act, allows municipalities to regulate land use through zoning ordinances, affecting where sober houses are located. While these homes are protected under the federal Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, local zoning laws can present challenges. Operators must navigate these regulations carefully to avoid legal disputes while ensuring compliance.

Core Principle: Facilitate Active Recovery and Recovery Community Engagement

As of July 1, 2024, the total certification fee is $425 ($375 for certification + $50 for the inspection). For updated information, please check with MASH directly. Payment of the MASH Certification Fee is required prior to your initial certification.

This scholarship was established to help address the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals in recovery, such as stigma, discrimination, and a lack of communal inclusion in treatment settings. Sober houses in Massachusetts play a crucial role in supporting individuals recovering from substance use disorders. These facilities provide a structured, safe environment that fosters sobriety and personal growth.

• 29.e Documentation that resident and staff engage in community relations and interactions to promote kinship with other recovery communities and goodwill for recovery services.
• Instead, Massachusetts contracts that work out to MASH.
• Short-term rental assistance to help individuals establish themselves in recovery housing.
• Many Vanderburgh Sober Living homes are independently owned and operated by Chartered Operators –  members of the Vanderburgh Sober Living 501(c)3 Foundation’s collaborative membership organization.
• Documentation that emergency contact information is collected from residents.

Independent Chartered Operators meet the same high standards and practices as VSL’s staff-managed homes. To learn more about becoming an independent operator with Vanderburgh Sober Living, please visit Vanderburgh Communities. Sober-living guests in New Bedford enjoy a comfortable home with ample privacy as well as spacious common areas. There is a large parking area behind the building, as well as an expansive side yard available for activities and enjoyment. Sober-living guests in New Bedford can access many meetings and support services throughout the city. This successful Bristol County home has held MASH Certification for nearly a decade, dedicated to leading men in their recovery journey.

Chelsea’s House, established in 2011, is a community of people who are transitioning from treatment into living life clean in the real world. Guests feel safe, comfortable and supported at all times. Transitional housing is temporary housing for the working homeless population and is set up to transition their residents to permanent housing. Faith House #5 is an all male recovery house located in Roxbury, MA.