Sober Living in San Francisco

Find Sober Living in San Francisco - Discover How Novo Detox Can Help

The first step towards treating addiction is to understand it. While society often looks down upon individuals who struggle with substance abuse, relatively few people understand and recognize that addiction is not a choice – addiction is a disease. Like any disease, addiction requires an aggressive, initial treatment program followed up with an ongoing treatment plan. Although many substance abuse treatment centers offer comprehensive programs for this initial treatment, they often fall short with the ongoing treatment plans, which are commonly referred to as ‘aftercare’. At Novo Detox though, our team is committed to supporting each client after detox and residential treatment. We also take aftercare very seriously, and although Novo Detox does not provide or offer sober living or other forms of sober housing, we believe that sober living programs can greatly benefit individuals working towards living a substance-free life.

The early stages of substance abuse treatment can be mentally, physically, and spiritually demanding, so it’s critically important to have a solid support system around you after program completion. Most substances require a medical detoxification process, and for individuals who have undergone medically-assisted treatment in San Francisco, it’s important to develop a plan prior to returning to a previous or new community. Can you stick with the healthy habits and routines you learned? Could you possibly relapse? If your social network is based around substance use, the lure of drugs and alcohol could be influential at events like weddings or parties. You may be the only one in your circle of friends living sober, which can feel incredibly isolating at times. Aftercare and community support are equally important aspects of the recovery process and sober living programs – sometimes referred to as halfway houses – offer individuals a chance to create a new circle of friends who are all working toward similar goals, fighting similar battles, and practicing like steps to stay clean and sober.

Sober living communities offer safe and supportive places for individuals to begin reassimilating into society and to practice healthy behaviors without reliance on drugs or alcohol. For individuals who traveled to Novo Detox from another state, and even for California residents who live locally, sober living programs are a great resource in preventing individuals who just completed treatment from slipping back into old habits and patterns – particularly those individuals who do not have a supportive home environment. Sober living can be even more effective when coupled with outpatient treatment and continued addiction therapies. If you started your search looking for sober living options in San Francisco but realize that you may need a bit more support, don’t worry – many individuals start off by seeking a lower level of care, only to realize they really need the complete continuum of detox and residential through outpatient and sober living.

Novo Detox is a fully accredited addiction treatment facility recognized by the California Health Care Commission, and our programs offer customized addiction treatment plants for individuals who may need a higher level of care before stepping down to halfway housing or sober living. At Novo Detox, our clients have access to medical support and nursing staff 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, along with an on-call doctor. We take a modern approach to addiction treatment with nutritious meals catered after being prepared by our private chef, along with a fully stocked snack bar with healthy options. Our facilities also have flatscreen TV’s with multiple streaming platforms, video game systems, fitness classes, outdoor lounge areas, and the ability to call or FaceTime loved ones. Novo Detox offers several levels of care, either directly or through our extensive partner provider network, including:

• Residential/inpatient treatment
• Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
• Alcohol detox
• Drug detox
• Evidence-based therapies
• Dual-diagnosis treatment of co-occurring mental health & substance abuse disorders

All of the team members at Novo Detox care deeply about all of our clients’ well-being and are invested in their lifelong success and sobriety – this is not a facility where you will feel like ‘just a number’ or anything of the sort. Our therapists will work with you to identify which treatment plan will work best for your individual needs, and our professional team of psychologists, counselors, and clinicians is highly educated and specifically trained in the fields of substance abuse and addiction. Contact us today to begin your recovery journey and live the life you deserve – a life of clarity, health, and success through sobriety.

Benefits of Sober Living After Inpatient Addiction Treatment

The first and most obvious benefit sober living communities provide is a substance-free, supervised, and safe environment that is conducive to transitioning from a detox center or inpatient rehab facility to ‘the real world’. Sober living houses can greatly increase the odds of staying clean and sober after treatment, and this is due largely to the various services and supports they provide – here are just a few of them:

• Ability to continue to work or attend classes with additional support
• The camaraderie with people also working toward recovery
• 24-hour staff support
• A structured environment with rules such as curfew and chores
• Cognitive behavioral therapy
• Interpersonal psychotherapy
• Nutrition health and wellness
• Relapse prevention
• Access to 12-step programs, such as Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous
• Anger management
• Seeking safety, an evidence-based therapy model to help people attain safety from trauma, PTSD, and substance abuse
• Group therapy
• Interpersonal relationship counseling

For individuals who recently completed treatment and are still working to overcome addiction, transitioning to sober living in San Francisco may be a solid option to consider. Sober-living residents can participate in outpatient rehabilitation and still work part-time, or full-time in some cases, or attend a college or University. A quality outpatient program will help develop a relapse prevention plan specific to your situation to provide you with as many tools as possible to maintain sobriety after inpatient treatment.

Women's Sober Living in San Francisco

In many sober living communities, the facilities provide separate housing for both men and women seeking the benefits of a sober living arrangement since the life experiences of men and women can often be quite different. Women are just as likely as men to develop a substance abuse disorder, but due to the cultural role many women play as the primary caregivers for their children, accessing outpatient treatment and a sober living environment can pose some unique obstacles. Due to these same cultural and societal pressures, women are typically more likely to relapse and use substances again, and many women either drop out of treatment or delay treatment due to not being able to find childcare.

Many women also fear that authorities will seize their children if they try to access any type of behavioral or mental health services. The combined weight of fulfilling work, home care, child care, other responsibilities, and attending treatment sessions can be overwhelming. A woman’s recovery may hinge on having support in one or all of these areas, which is why having treatments and therapies designed specifically with the challenges of a woman in mind can be critical.

Men's Sober Living in San Francisco

Although women may be more susceptible to relapsing, men are far more likely to abuse substances in the first place than women are. Furthermore, far more men die from overdose and/or require hospitalization than women. Men also have higher rates of drug use for every age group, and there are more men in rehabilitation for addiction than women. Men’s sober living housing is a great way to transition from a residential rehab facility to an outpatient program. Similar to society placing the burden of home and childcare on women, it also sets the responsibility of “being tough” on men, making many too embarrassed to seek help. However, being surrounded by other men who have similar situations while living in a sober environment often eases the burden of having to just be ‘tough’.

In a men’s sober living community, you will likely find that you are not alone in your struggle to honor your responsibilities, be they family or work-related. Substance abuse disorder is not a moral failing; there is no shame in turning to professionals for support. The staff at Novo Detox staff want the best for you and your loved ones and will put their heart and soul into ensuring your success, even if that means helping match you with a quality sober living community after inpatient treatment. Reach out to us today to talk about what your road to recovery can look like.

Novo Detox Aftercare & Alumni Support

As recovery from addiction is less about the finish line and more about the journey, it is natural to need and want to continue with therapy. Many aftercare organizations are available in the United States — Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous being the most well-known. These types of organizations also offer alumni support from people who have gone through rehab in San Francisco. There are also many secular organizations, such as the Secular Organizations for Sobriety. If you are a woman looking for secular support, there are Women for Sobriety. Through these organizations, you will access peer support and accountability to help you stick to your relapse prevention plan, with group meetings that will help you find the courage and strength you need for your continued sobriety.

When you meet with your Novo Detox care specialist, mention what type of alumni support or aftercare might work for you, as the more community support you can access, the better your chances of avoiding a relapse. Recovery from addiction can be a hard-fought battle, but you don’t have to fight it alone. The first step, which can be the toughest, is recognizing you have a problem and then doing something about it. If you or someone you love is struggling with substance abuse, allow us to give you the support and tools needed to be successful at sobriety.

How Do I Choose the Right Sober Living in San Francisco?

Many sober living programs provide the ideal environment to overcome drug or alcohol addiction, but it is still important to find the sober living or sober housing that is the best fit for you as an individual. While all of the inpatient treatment programs at Novo Detox are designed to ensure clients receive the type of treatment needed to remain sober after completing treatment, aftercare is still a critical component in long-term recovery and sobriety. Throughout a quality sober living program, you will be supported by a network of caring professionals who will work to ensure you have access to the resources necessary to remain clean and sober in a real-world environment. Please don’t wait – reach out to us today to explore your options and find the addiction treatment program and/or sober living program that’s best for you.