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Transitional Housing and Sober Living in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, 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.
  • Lazarus House, Inc. Email Website Learn more 412 Hampshire Street
    Lawrence, MA - 01842
    (978) 689-8575
    Lazarus House Inc. provides a continuum of care encompassing but not limited to: food, shelter, clothing, advocacy, job training, medical and dental care, a listening ear, a welcoming heart, the restoration of dignity and self respect to the poor and needy. Guests are empowered to move beyond poverty and crisis and to become productive members of the community. .. see more
  • Psychological Center Womens View Website Learn more 582-584 Haverhill Street
    Lawrence, MA - 01841
    (978) 687-1658
    .. see more


Area Transitional Housing Locations

Due to the low number of listings in Lawrence, we have added area listings below. All listings are within 30 miles of Lawrence.
  • Veterans Northeast Outreach Center, Inc. Email Website Learn more 10 Reed Street
    Haverhill, MA - 01832
    (978) 372-3626
    The Veterans Northeast Outreach Center was founded in 1985 to address the needs of Veterans and their families throughout the Merrimack Valley. The Center offers information, referral, advocacy and support to the 36,000 Veterans who live in the valley. In 1997, the VNOC expanded its services to Veterans by opening a transitional hou... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 6.05 miles from Lawrence
  • Windemere Alternative Living Email Website Learn more 17 West St
    Haverhill, MA - 01830
    (978) 274-8532
    Windemere Alternative Living is a Sober House for Women in Downtown Haverhill. They offer safe, supportive, affordable sober residency apartments complete with private kitchen and bath. Apartments are fully furnished, all util... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 6.45 miles from Lawrence
  • Emmaus, Inc. Email Website Learn more 127 How Street
    Haverhill, MA - 01830
    (978) 241-3400
    The Supportive Housing Initiative (SHI) combines project-based subsidized housing with support services for 10 homeless families. All 10 apartments are located in three properties that Emmaus owns and manages in Haverhill: 115 Emerson Street, Applewood Apartments at 9 Orchard Street, and Columbia Park Apartments at 449 Main Street. ... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 6.56 miles from Lawrence
  • Oxford House Varnum Email Website Learn more 55 Varnum Street
    Lowell, MA - 01850-2132
    508-527-2632
    Oxford House Varnum is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts. Oxford House Varnum is an all male facility. Oxford Houses are a concept in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. A representative of every House in the area meets with the others on a mont... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 7.82 miles from Lawrence
  • Freddy's House Email Website Learn more 612 Bridge Street
    Lowell, MA - 01850
    (978) 967-5340
    At Freddys House, they aim to provide a safe, clean, secure and sober living environment for men serious about recovery.    Their objective is to provide a stable, safe environment for residents while promoting and aiding in the recovery of those individuals with a goal to improve the quality of their lives. ... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 7.91 miles from Lawrence

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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 Lawrence 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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