A sober living home is a structured, substance-free living environment designed to support individuals in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. These homes serve as a transitional space between intensive treatment programs—such as inpatient rehab—and independent living.

Sober living homes operate as structured, shared living environments where individuals in recovery live together under agreed-upon rules and expectations. These homes are designed to reinforce sobriety while encouraging independence and personal responsibility.

While the terms “halfway house” and “sober living home” are often used interchangeably, there are important differences in structure, funding, and level of independence.