A free directory of sober living homes in Los Angeles County: who each home serves, what it costs when the home publishes a price, and how to contact it directly.
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When it comes to recovery, sober living homes in California offer a unique, supportive environment where individuals can focus on maintaining their sobriety without the distractions and pressures of the outside world. These homes aren’t just about living sober, they are about creating a strong foundation for long-term recovery.
A sober living home is a safe, drug- and alcohol-free place for people committed to staying sober, with a structure that supports the recovery process.
With a community of like-minded individuals, residents help each other stay accountable while participating in activities designed to strengthen their recovery journey.
Unlike traditional rehab, sober living homes offer a transition period, where you can ease back into daily life while still having access to the support you need.
Pick a neighborhood, or browse by who a home serves: men, women or coed, or homes at $800 a month or less. Start with sober living in Los Angeles. Listings show:
A sober living home is a shared, drug- and alcohol-free house for people in recovery. Residents pay rent, follow house rules, usually take drug tests and support each other. It is not treatment, and California does not license these homes, so it pays to ask questions and visit before you move in. Our guides cover what sober living costs in LA, how to check a home and sober living vs. treatment.
If you’re considering moving into a sober living home, it’s important to understand the basic requirements that come with it.
Sober living California costs can vary, but the investment in your recovery is worth it, especially when it offers the structure and accountability that you need.
Some basic requirements for living in a sober living home include:
A strong desire to maintain sobriety and stay away from drugs or alcohol.
You’ll need to participate in house activities, such as chores, group meetings, and support sessions.
Living in a sober home means respecting the house rules and the people around you.
Zero tolerance for alcohol or drugs, breaking this rule can result in being asked to leave.
You’ll be expected to contribute to rent and other living expenses as part of maintaining your place in the home.
Choosing a sober living home can make a significant difference in your recovery journey.
Here are the key benefits that come with living in a recovery home:
Moving into a sober living home is more than finding a place to live. Most homes expect a few basic commitments from every resident:
Embrace change and align with community goals.
Follow curfews, attend meetings, do chores, and comply with drug tests.
Join group meetings and community activities.
Stay sober and follow the home’s rules.
Able to pay for the stay, with possible financial aid available.
Choosing the right sober living home in California is crucial for your long-term recovery.
These are a few things you should look into before making a decision:
Not sure which home fits? Call (424) 327-9081. This guide is run by Design for Recovery, and we’ll help you compare options, including homes we don’t run. We don’t charge for this, and we don’t take referral fees from any home.
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Rehab provides treatment. A sober living home is a shared, drug- and alcohol-free house with house rules and peer support. It does not provide clinical care, and residents have more freedom while staying accountable.
Anyone in early recovery who wants a drug- and alcohol-free home with house rules and peer support. Homes differ in who they serve (men, women, coed, young adults), so check the listing and call the home.
Most homes have daily routines, house meetings, chores, drug testing and a curfew at first. Some have a house manager living on site. Ask each home how it is run.
Usually not. Most residents pay rent themselves. Some county-funded and nonprofit beds exist for people who qualify; ask the home or your treatment program.
Yes. Most homes encourage or require work, school, volunteering or a job search during the day.
No alcohol or drugs, drug testing, house meetings, chores, a curfew, and respect for other residents. Ask for the rules in writing.
It varies. Some homes set a minimum stay; many let residents stay as long as they follow the rules and pay rent.
Mainly peer support: living with others who are also staying sober, house meetings and accountability. For therapy or medical care, plan for an outpatient program.
California does not license sober living homes. Check whether the home belongs to a private group that inspects its members, such as the Sober Living Network, visit before you move in, ask for the rules and the lease in writing, and talk to a current resident. See how to check a sober living home.
Call the home. Most ask for a short application or interview, some background on your recovery, and sometimes a drug test before move-in.
