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Transitional Housing and Sober Living in Columbia, MD: 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 Columbia, MD

Eligibility requirements and availability for transitional housing programs vary. It is important to contact each program directly to learn more about their specific requirements.
  • Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center, Inc. Email Website Learn more 6700 Freetown Road
    Columbia, MD - 21044
    410.531.6006
    Services Include: Emergency and transitional shelter Meals Counseling Community outreach services Community education .. see more
  • Hope Works Email Website Learn more 5457 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 310
    Columbia, MD - 21045
    (410) 997–0304
    Transitional and emergency shelter for battered women & their children. 24 Hour Hotline: (410) 997-2272 The DVC provides a safe, non-disclosed location in Howard County for women and children in immediate danger.  This 45-day emergency shelter or safe house provides a safe haven for women to rebuild their lives, and receive on-going counseling and case management to continu .. see more
  • Donleigh Recovery House for Men Email Learn more 10306 Donleigh Drive
    Columbia, MD - 21046
    (443) 745-3344
    Donleigh is an independent living environment for men who are serious about their recovery. Operating in Howard county since 2004 with 70% of former and current residents still clean sober today. 8 rooms for eight men with no limit on length of stay. Cost: The room cost is $160/week and includes all utilities, internet, cable, furniture, cleaning supplies, an .. see more
  • Oxford House Saorsa Email Website Learn more 5998 Jacobs Ladder
    Columbia, MD - 21045
    (301) 461-0866
    Oxford House is a concept in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. In its simplest form, an Oxford House describes a democratically run, self-supporting and drug free home. Saorsa is a women's transitional house with a total occupancy of 8. For the most current information about availability, please visit their website: www.oxfordvacancies.com .. see more


Area Transitional Housing Locations

Due to the low number of listings in Columbia, we have added area listings below. All listings are within 30 miles of Columbia.
  • Stepping Stones Recovery Houses - Jessup Email Website Learn more 8696 Pine Tree Rd.
    Jessup, MD - 20794
    (410) 837-3600
    Offers Sober housing, Halfway housing, and Recovery Housing. Separate Men's and Women's housing all across Maryland. Cost: $150/week Hours: Open 7 days, 24 hours Structured housing, Walking distance to public transportation, job opportunities and supportive services. ... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 4.14 miles from Columbia
  • Howard County Halfway House Email Website Learn more 4100 College Avenue Building 8
    Ellicott City, MD - 21043
    (703) 841-0703
    Founded in 1962 in an Arlington (VA) church basement, Vanguard is the area's leader in addiction recovery, operating programs throughout metropolitan Washington, DC. On any given day, more than 250 adolescents and adults are enrolled in their outpatient and residential treatment programs. in addition, they are engaged in drug and alcohol education ... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 5.26 miles from Columbia
  • Project Encompass Email Website Learn more 9832 Lyon Avenue
    Laurel, MD - 20723
    (678) 635-6124
    Project Encompass is a structured environment. They take a spiritual and holistic approach by addressing the needs of women. This includes providing education, services and support essential to achieving personal and financial independence. Every resident is required to participate in weekly and daily... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 5.28 miles from Columbia
  • Laurel Advocacy And Referral Services, Inc. Email Website Learn more 311 Laurel Avenue
    Laurel, MD - 20707
    301.776.0442
    LARS conducts individual assessments to help link people to resources, provide financial support to prevent eviction or utility cut-off, and to help link street homeless individuals to substance abuse treatment or housing opportunities. LARS provides tools and resources that help people to become or remain self-sufficient.... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 6.43 miles from Columbia
  • Laurel Advocacy And Referral Services Email Website Learn more 311 Laurel Avenue
    Laurel, MD - 20707
    (301) 776-0442
    Winter Haven, Laurel Residents onlyEmergency shelterTransitional housingMotel placementsFoodEviction preventionCounselingEmergency shelterLARS has a HUD grant to provide transitional housing for ten families for up to  twenty-four months.  During the last year, LARS worked with 16 homeless families who had recently completed addictions programs a... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 6.43 miles from Columbia

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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 Columbia 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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