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1 Get back into your real life Sober Living Homes - Where Your New Life Starts

2 Synopsis Who Can Live in Sober Living Homes and How Much to Pay? Who Can Live in Sober Living Homes and How Much to Pay? Sober Living Homes and Types of Rules to Expect Understanding the Key Features of Sober Living Housing Some Interesting Benefits of Sober Living Housing

3 Who Can Live in Sober Living Homes and How Much to Pay? The truth is that sober living homes are not for everyone. There will be specific rules to follow. For instance, you cannot taste alcohol or even use products that contain alcohol. You will have to return to the facility by a set time. Failing to comply with any of these requirements can get you thrown out of the facility. It means that if you are not good at dealing with authority or you have trouble following rules, sober living facilities are not going to work great for you. Similarly, you may not benefit from these facilities if you become violent while trying to break your addiction. In this situation, you need specialized assistance and support from a professional who knows how to handle such patients. This is when you will be better off going into a rehab program. In fact, it is better to go through a rehab program and then opt for a sober living facility to ensure that you are now sober enough to return to your normal life.

4 Who Can Live in Sober Living Homes and How Much to Pay? Keep in mind that many sober living homes do not accept residents who have not completed a rehab program. In other words, most of these facilities accept recovering addicts. Similarly, some facilities would accept residents who may have at least completed detox program. Along with paying attention to who can stay in these facilities, you should also get complete information about the total cost of staying in a sober living home. Prices vary greatly from facility to facility, but in most cases, you will have to pay the same as you would otherwise pay to stay in a modest home or apartment. You will have to pay a set rent each month to stay in a sober living facility. The rent could be anything between $450 and $750, depending on the location and other facilities you get during your stay. It is important to pay your rent in a timely manner.

5 Sober Living Homes and Types of Rules to Expect  The most important rule to stay in a sober living facility is to stay clean and sober. You should not use any type of drug or alcohol. In some sober living homes, you may not be allowed to use mouthwash and other similar products. You may not be able to cook with vanilla and other similar ingredients mainly because they contain alcohol.  Another important and common rule in all sober living facilities is regular drug testing. You are usually asked to stay away from products that may contain alcohol, such as mouthwash and cooking ingredients because their use could lead to false positives.  Another common rule is to play your part when staying in a sober living facility. You will be asked to contribute in many different ways. You can help others by doing chores.  You should not engage in any violent activities and stay away from fighting. Your behavior matters a lot here.  In case you have decided to use the option of a sober living facility, you have to ensure that you do not stay out longer than you are allowed to. You will be free to go to work or office, but you have to return by a set time. Not following this rule can get you thrown out of the facility.

6 Understanding the Key Features of Sober Living Housing You will be able to live in a drug-free setting and be able to stay away from drugs and alcohol. You can stay here as long as you stay sober. You may have to take part in group therapy sessions while living in a sober living housing. Some of these facilities may also arrange 12-setp meetings to help support recovery. You have to follow house rules and even need to take part in other activities. You may have to prepare meals, complete chores, stay away from drugs and alcohol, and regularly take part in-house meetings. You will have to undergo drug testing every now and then to ensure that you have not used anything while out of the facility.

7 Some Interesting Benefits of Sober Living Housing Taking drugs is a lengthy process, as you have to arrange different things to take drugs. Similarly, you need to get a glass, arrange alcohol, and then drink it. You will not be able to perform this ritual when you are in a sober living facility, and that is the biggest benefit of choosing this option. Stay away from drugs or substance abuse for long enough can help develop new habits. Studies show that you can develop a new habit if you do something for at least 66 days. Staying in a sober living facility for long enough can offer some amazing results and help form new habits. Staying in a sober living facility helps eliminate risks. You have to understand that substance abuse can affect the functioning of your brain cells. That damaging effect can keep it difficult for you to control your urge to abuse drug. Studies show that substance abuse may cause you to lose tissue in the portion of the brain that controls emotions and behaviors. When you are in this state, it is better to be under the supervision of someone who knows what you are going through. This is when you can take advantage of a sober living facility.

8 Some Interesting Benefits of Sober Living Housing The option is likely to work because you will be living in an environment where there is no temptation, as illicit drugs, alcohol, OTC drugs, and legal prescriptions are all banned here. In fact, you may not be allowed to use mouthwash and other products that may contain alcohol. This helps reduce the risk of a relapse. Opting for sober living housing helps reduce loneliness to a great extent. You will be around people who are going through the same as you and are willing to help whenever possible. Everyone here will understand what it is like to disappoint others, lose control, and struggle with cravings. Watching others moving on the road to recovery can also give you the type of nudge you need to recover fully. You can stay in sober living housing for as long as you deem fit, but you need to follow the rules. However, the good thing is that you can stay for at least six months and use this time to plan for success. You can also decide on how you should live your life once you eventually move out of one such facility.

9 The End For more details, please visit – http://soberliving.ca/


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