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Transitional Housing and Sober Living in Boston, MA: Find a Safe Place to Live and Recover

Types of transitional housing listed.

- 3/4 houses: Sober living homes that help you transition back to your normal life.
- Sober Living Homes: Homes where residents recover from substance abuse.
- Halfway Houses: Variety of homes that can assist residents with substance abuse issues, emaotional issues, physical issues and to transition back to society.
- Reentry Programs: Hard to find residential re-entry programs.

Our listings include: government run, privately owned, non profit transitional housing resources. We work closely with many transitional housing programs who provide us with their latest details and costs. View the full details on our listing details pages. Where possible we provide prices and details such as sliding fee scale, free programs.

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Transitional housing is a short-term housing solution that provides support services to help people get back on their feet. It can be a good option for people who are homeless, leaving an abusive relationship, or have recently been released from prison.

Transitional housing programs typically offer a variety of services, such as:

  • Affordable housing
  • Case management
  • Employment assistance
  • Life skills training
  • Support groups
What is sober living?
Sober living is a type of transitional housing that is specifically designed for people who are recovering from addiction. It provides a supportive environment where people can focus on their recovery and learn to live sober.
Sober living programs typically offer the same services as transitional housing programs, but they also offer additional services, such as:
  • Peer support
  • 12-step meetings
  • Drug testing
  • Relapse prevention

List of Transitional Housing in Boston, MA

Eligibility requirements and availability for transitional housing programs vary. It is important to contact each program directly to learn more about their specific requirements.
  • Pine Street Inn Email Website Learn more 444 Harrison Avenue
    Boston, MA - 02118
    (617) 892-9100
    Pine Street Inn provides a comprehensive range of services, including permanent supportive housing, job training and placement, emergency shelter and street outreach to nearly 2,000 homeless men and women each day. .. see more
  • Project Place Email Website Learn more 1145 Washington Street
    Boston, MA - 02118
    (617) 542-3740
    Project Place is a supportive community that promotes hope and opportunity for homeless and low-income individuals by providing the skills, education and resources needed to obtain stable employment and housing. .. see more
  • Saint Francis House, Inc. Email Website Learn more 39 Boylston Street
    Boston, MA - 02116
    617.542.4211
    St. Francis House was founded in 1984, with a mission to care for those who cannot help themselves, and to assist those who are able to take steps to move themselves up and out of poverty, unemployment, and homelessness to functional lives of self-respect and hope. St. Francis House's early responses to homelessness focus on emergency services -providing basic necessities of food, clothing .. see more
  • Crittenton Womens Union Inc Email Website Learn more One Washington Mall
    Boston, MA - 02108
    (617)259-2900
    .. see more
  • Homestart Email Website Learn more 105 Chauncy Street
    Boston, MA - 02111
    (617) 542-0338
    HomeStart's solution to homelessness is simple: Housing First. At HomeStart, Housing First means that the first priority for every person is a stable housing situation. They then work with each person's individual needs to provide services and support to make sure they are able to remain housed. Services:  Prevention  Housing Search  Stabilization  Ren .. see more
  • Rosie's Place, Inc. Email Website Learn more 889 Harrison Ave
    Boston, MA - 02118
    (617)442-9322
    Founded in 1974, Rosie's Place is the first drop in center and emergency housing for women in the United States. In addition to providing for the immediate needs of food, shelter, and clothing, Rosie's Place is steadfast in its commitment to create permanent solutions through advocacy, housing, education, healthcare and more. They work to find individualized solutions, treating eac .. see more
  • Boston Rescue Mission, Inc. Email Website Learn more Po Box 120069
    Boston, MA - 02112
    (617)338-9000
    .. see more
  • Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc. Email Website Learn more 47 West Street
    Boston, MA - 02111
    (617) 423-9575
    Bridge Over Troubled Waters enables at-risk and homeless youth to achieve a healthy and productive adulthood through prevention, intervention, and education services. .. see more
  • Gavin Foundation Inc Email Website Learn more 58 Old Colony Avenue
    Boston, MA - 02127
    617.269.2933
    .. see more
  • Hope House Recovery Home Email Website Learn more 8 Farnham Street
    Boston, MA - 02119
    (617) 971-9360
    .. see more
  • Victory Programs Inc Email Website Learn more 22 and 24 Windermere Road
    Boston, MA - 02125
    617.282.4102
    When individuals and their families have access to safe, stable housing and a place to sleep at night they are much more likely to address other pressing issues like their health and the health of their families. The Victory Programs team is committed to providing housing stabilization services that will help move people who are homeless into permanent housing quickly, and with as few barriers as .. see more
  • Victory Programs Inc Victory HouseRecovery Home Email Website Learn more 965 Massachusetts Avenue
    Boston, MA - 02118
    617-541-0222
    .. see more
  • Eco Sober Houses Email Website Learn more 74 Capen St
    Boston, MA - 02124
    (781) 777-3921
    Eco Sober Houses are built to empower residents to thrive after they leave the facility. It starts with comfortable accommodations and a sense of home. Residents are welcomed into a true community, a brotherhood of peers. They find life-long connections and build on those as they re-join society. And of course, the guidance and help extend beyond that. Eco Sober Houses offer the most inclusive 12- .. see more

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Tips for choosing a transitional housing or sober living program

When choosing a transitional housing or sober housing program, it's important to consider the following factors:
1. Types of services offered: Make sure the program offers the services you need. For example, if you're looking for a sober housing program, make sure the program offers peer support and 12-step meetings.
2. Eligibility requirements: Some transitional housing and sober housing programs have eligibility requirements, such as income limits or sobriety requirements. Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements before you apply to a program.
3. Location: Consider where you want to live. Some transitional housing and sober housing programs are located in urban areas, while others are located in rural areas.
4. Cost: Transitional housing and sober housing programs can vary in cost. Make sure you can afford the cost of the program before you move in.

What to expect when you move into transitional housing or sober housing.
- When you move into transitional housing or sober housing, you can expect to live in a shared environment. You will also be expected to follow the program's rules and regulations.
- Most transitional housing and sober housing programs have a curfew and require residents to participate in chores. Some programs also require residents to attend support groups and/or submit to drug testing. Conclusion

Transitional housing and sober housing can be a great way to get back on your feet and start living a sober and healthy life. If you're looking for transitional housing or sober housing, use the tips in this guide to find a program that's right for you.

More Options to Get In To Transitional Housing

If you cannot find a listing from our list above some further options for you are:
1. Contact the Boston local government or social service agencies. Many cities also have Housing and Community Development Departments that should be able to help.
2. Ask your doctor or therapist for a referral. Your doctor or therapist may be able to refer you to a transitional housing program in your area.



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