Sober Living in Charleston, South Carolina

Once you have completed your initial treatment, whether it’s in a detox or a residential rehab program, or you’re currently enrolled in outpatient, it’s essential to have continued support. Addiction is a complex disease. When you’re in the midst of addiction, your life tends to revolve primarily around your disease.

Your home, old hangouts and your friends may all be reminders of your addiction. In order to continue your recovery, you’ll need support. Sober living can provide you with the stability that you need as you rebuild your life and can help you maintain and sustain your sobriety well into the future.

Philosophy

At our sober living home, we provide client-centered care. We’re here to provide you with the support and resources you need to stay clean and sober during one of the hardest transitional times in your life.

In our sober living home, you’ll have the help and support of our dedicated staff as well as other residents that share in your passion for living a clean sober life. We provide a caring, home-like atmosphere as you get back on your feet. Our experienced staff can help guide you through the challenges you face in sobriety. Our high-quality services and facilities will help you feel comfortable and confident throughout this journey we’ll take on together.

Relapse is an unfortunate reality for many addicts, especially during the first six months post rehab. Getting the support and services you need during this time can help ensure your long-term success, and that is what we’re here to do for you.

Sober Living Overview

Charleston Sober Living provides you with a supportive, substance-free environment of like-minded community and care. You receive support from your peers as well as sober coaches, and if you need or require further assistance we can provide referrals for any clinical support or treatment you might need, including psychologists and other medical professionals.

Sober living is a group home environment. It provides you with a stress-free transitional period between treatment and living independently. In a sober living home, you live with others in recovery. Together, you gain confidence as you and other residents navigate your first independent steps after treatment.

Our sober community provides you with safe, secure housing, group support, education and other tools to help you maintain your sobriety. As you regain your confidence, you will be on stable footing as you take your next steps in recovery, whatever those might be.

Who Needs Sober Living & How Much does it Cost?

Charleston Sober Living is appropriate for a wide range of individuals dealing with addictions of all forms. From alcohol, to narcotics, sex addition and everything in-between, a sober living facility has one unified goal in mind: helping you maintain sobriety and make an effective transition back to your life.

Residents include people who have recently completed detox, those who have completed a residential rehabilitation program and those who are involved in or have recently completed an outpatient program. Sober living provides a respite from the stresses of living independently. Rather than thrusting you back into your old life while you are vulnerable, you’re able to take your time and transition back to independent living when you’re ready.

There is no set pace, and sobriety is treated like a marathon, not a sprint. You can stay for as short or long of a time is needed or necessary.

The costs for your residency in a sober living home such as ours is significantly less than stays in a residential treatment program. You are expected to pay rent each month, but you typically do not need to pay a deposit like you would for an apartment. We offer flexible programs and can occasionally work with you to accommodate given your financial situation.

What to Expect

The goal of sober living is to help you become independent again, but only when you’re ready. Your sober living program is self-directed, meaning that you’re responsible for meeting the requirements of your program. This doesn’t mean that you are alone, though. You take responsibility and ownership of your own sobriety, but with a support system in place to help encourage and guide your success.

But our services don’t just end with providing a sober house. We also offer assistance in finding employment as well as coaching and companionship to help you along the way.

Unlike halfway houses, you can stay in our sober living homes for as long as you need. There is no pressure to leave by any particular time. You move on to the next step whenever you’re ready. Everyone progresses at their own pace and we encourage you to take your time.

Our transitional housing helps prepare you for independent living in several ways. We also provide educational programming to help you develop additional tools for staying sober. We provide you with support as you work through the steps of your program and learn to accept that you are responsible for your actions. In addition to assistance in finding employment, we also provide guidance in securing outside housing if needed.
Sober living provides you with a level of freedom, but there are rules in most facilities.
These rules may include:
• Abiding by the curfew
• Helping with chores
• Attending house meetings
• Participating in random drug testing
• Keeping the home drug and alcohol free
• Maintaining your sobriety
• Taking required classes
• Respecting the property of the home
• Taking prescribed medications
• Keeping medical appointments

As with any group home, you are expected to contribute to the overall running of the household.
This may include things like:
• Cooking
• Cleaning
• Doing laundry
• Getting groceries
Before you begin residency at our sober living homes, you will need to sign a contract stating that you agree to abide by the rules. If you don’t abide by the rules, you may face fines, have to do additional chores, or, in the worst-case scenario, you may face eviction.

Although living in a sober living facility might seem restrictive, the rules are specifically designed to help you stay safe and sober as well as develop a sense of responsibility. Contributing to the household helps build your confidence in your ability to live independently.

Daily Routine

Your daily routine at Charleston Sober Living depends on your individual needs. You’re personalized routine will be standardized to help provide you with a sense of normalcy and structure. Your routine may include group activities, one-on-one counseling or recreational activities.

Participating in activities with your fellow residents is encouraged. If you’re employed, you will be expected to maintain your work schedule, and if you go to school, you will be expected to attend classes on time. If you’re not employed, you will participate in activities to help you find gainful employment and purpose.

Life as an addict is often chaotic and marked by a loss of control. Keeping up a regular routine helps you gain the confidence you need to successfully maintain your sobriety.

Support

At Charleston Sober Living, we provide you with the support you need to be successful. We carefully plan your curriculum and routines to help you continue your sobriety, as well as provide social activities to foster a sense of community with your peers. Your fellow sober home (or halfway house) residents really do become a family. You don’t have to face your challenges alone; we’re here to help.

The support we provide is multi-faceted. We foster a positive environment, so you receive peer support along with professional guidance, coaching and referrals to experts that can help. We also maintain an environment that’s free of drugs and alcohol. We reinforce this through random drug and alcohol testing. This helps you steer clear of situations that might trigger a relapse.

Since our residency is full-time, you know you will be in a safe, stable environment where you can focus on your recovery. The structure of the house rules reinforces your sense of safety as well as your sense of responsibility. If you need additional support, we can refer you to recovery coaches and mentors to help provide you with social support as you recover. We can also refer you to other health professionals as needed so you get the assistance you need to stay healthy and clean.

Community

Having a sense of belonging and a sense of community is integral to recovery. The people who can help you the most are often people who have been in your shoes. They know exactly what you’re going through and are facing the same challenges and fears. The community you find at Charleston Sober Living is like no other. Your peers will be there to support you and hold you accountable as you find your way. Addicts often isolate themselves; in recovery, you need to lean on others for support, and we make it easy for you to do that. You will find our drug free community to be warm and welcoming, fostering lifelong friendships that will help keep you clean and sober.

Length of Stay

Ultimately, how long you stay at Charleston Sober Living is completely up to you. Long-term stays of six to 12 months are ideal for many, and there is research to support that longer stays provide better results. Everyone’s situation is unique, though, so you may need a longer or shorter stay. The ideal length of stay depends on your age, the severity of your addiction, your support system outside of sober living, and your financial situation.

There is no one-size-fits-all recommendation in terms of your stay; we can help guide you, though, as to what’s best for you and your recovery. In general, most stays are a minimum of 90 days, which gives you time to establish your sobriety, gain confidence in your independent living skills, and find employment.

The Effectiveness of Sober Living

If your home life is challenging, it will make maintaining your sobriety that much more difficult. The majority of relapses occur when returning from rehab into environments with “triggers” and “stressors” that can instigate drug abuse.

Research has shown that sober homes can help you maintain your sobriety over the long term, and those that transition to some type of structured living situation before returning fully to their “normal” lives have a much higher success rate than those that do not.

We encourage and support you in your recovery and help you prepare for independent living. We can assist you in finding employment or returning to school so you can support yourself. You can continue to focus on your recovery, knowing that you have a safe, secure living environment that’s free of any potential temptations.

Charleston

South Carolina

Charleston is a beautiful, historic city with lots to explore. The city offers a number of activities and supports to assist you in living clean and sober. 12-step meetings and support groups can provide you with mentorship and assistance. Maintaining your health and wellbeing is also critical to maintaining sobriety. Charleston also has plenty of things for you to see and do while you’re enjoying your new, healthier lifestyle. Many of Charleston’s best activities are also free or have a reasonable admission fee.

  • Explore Charleston’s ParksHampton Park is a historic park with lush flowers and trees. It also has a fitness trail for you to enjoy along with restrooms and on-site parking. White Point Gardens has military monuments and large oak trees. Waterfront Park has a wharf and pier to enjoy. The Gateway Walk is a historic tour of historic walkways and cemeteries, and Marion Square hosts a weekly farmer’s market, along with festivals and free WiFi.
  • Window Shopping on King StreetKing Street is a historic street that has a number of antique shops as well as a fashion district. It’s worth visiting for the people watching if nothing else.
  • Charleston City Market: This beautiful market also has a reputation as a bit of a tourist trap. That said, it is a great place to wander, look at artisan offerings, get free samples and enjoy a cup of coffee.
  • Tour The Citadel: This military college has a beautiful campus, which you can tour. The Friday parade is a particularly impressive event.
  • Explore Charleston’s Museums: Charleston is home to numerous museums. The Charleston Museum, for example, is home to eclectic exhibits celebrating South Carolina’s history. The Gibbes Museum of Art hosts special exhibitions as well as impressive permanent collection. The Karpeles Manuscript Library is a unique collection of original documents and manuscripts, including the original draft of the Bill of Rights. The Mace Brown Natural History Museum is housed on the campus of the College of Charleston and is home to over 15,000 fossils.
  • The Piccolo Spoleto Festival: This annual festival has literary and artistic events.
  • Second Sunday on King Street: Once per month, traffic is rerouted on King Street, giving it a lively atmosphere with live music.
  • Tour the Charleston Tea Plantation: Tours are free. See the tea plants and tour the factory. You can also tour by trolley for a small fee.
  • Explore Francis Marion National Forest: At Francis Marion National Forest, you can enjoy just about any outdoor activity you can think of, including biking, hiking, fishing, hunting, and paddling down one of the rivers.
  • Visit the Angel Oak Tree: This massive tree is located on John’s Island. It is one of the oldest living things in the country.
  • Visit Sullivan’s Island: Sullivan’s Island is a relaxed, laid-back beach. It’s the perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying the water.
  • Visit the Charles Pinckney Historic Site: Charles Pinckney was a founding father and signer of the constitution. His plantation has been preserved and is open to the public for tours.
  • Visit Magnolia Cemetery: This historic cemetery opened in 1850. You can explore the peaceful grounds and maybe spend time reflecting.
  • Visit Magnolia Plantation: Magnolia Plantation and Gardens was one of the first plantations in America. The beautiful gardens alone are worth exploring. There are tours for an extra charge which give you additional insight into life on the plantation.

Meetings & Wellness 

Charleston offers numerous 12-step meetings, including Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. 12-step meetings offer structure and support, which enhances your sober living experience. 12-step meetings are led by recovering members. During meetings, you may read program literature and share your experiences. These meetings are a powerful opportunity to learn from peers as you work through the program steps.

You can also find alternative support meetings in the Charleston area. These meetings may be led by a counselor, and they may provide support for a specific group, such as women. Many also include educational programming. To help compliment all your hard work around sobriety should also be focused on health and wellness.  Many recovering addicts find that maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine assists them in recovery. Exercise, simply put, makes you feel good. A walk outside gives you much-needed sunshine and a chance to enjoy the outdoors. A healthy diet ensures that you are getting the nutrients you need for your body to recover. We take pride in promoting good health and wellness!

Services

Custom solutions for your individual problems

Case Management

Addiction is a complex disease, and recovery can be a complex process. A recovering addict needs to recover emotionally, physically, mentally and sometimes spiritually. Managing the support addicts need can be overwhelming. Our case managers specialize in coordinating treatment while you or your loved ones make the transition. We help ensure that you or your loved ones are following their treatment plan as prescribed by doctors, therapists, and other health practitioners. Ensuring a holistic, big picture approach.

Our case managers do not prescribe treatment. Instead, they help you follow your treatment plan and coordinate with your health providers and support network. They help monitor your progress and hold you accountable for following your treatment recommendations.

If there are aspects of your treatment plan that are not working, your case manager can assist you in communicating with your providers so you can find a program that meets your needs or make the necessary adjustments.

Your case manager provides you with support and mentorship and can help connect you with the professional support you need to maintain your sobriety. Your case manager can help you find counseling and job placement assistance. They can also assist you in finding a living situation that meets your needs, like our Charleston Sober Living program.

Your case manager is there to help ensure your successful recovery.

Case Management

Addiction is a complex disease, and recovery can be a complex process. A recovering addict needs to recover emotionally, physically, mentally and sometimes spiritually. Managing the support addicts need can be overwhelming. Our case managers specialize in coordinating treatment while you or your loved ones make the transition. We help ensure that you or your loved ones are following their treatment plan as prescribed by doctors, therapists, and other health practitioners. Ensuring a holistic, big picture approach.

Our case managers do not prescribe treatment. Instead, they help you follow your treatment plan and coordinate with your health providers and support network. They help monitor your progress and hold you accountable for following your treatment recommendations.

If there are aspects of your treatment plan that are not working, your case manager can assist you in communicating with your providers so you can find a program that meets your needs or make the necessary adjustments.

Your case manager provides you with support and mentorship and can help connect you with the professional support you need to maintain your sobriety. Your case manager can help you find counseling and job placement assistance. They can also assist you in finding a living situation that meets your needs, like our Charleston Sober Living program.

Your case manager is there to help ensure your successful recovery.

Sober Companion

Sober companions are discreet, caring professionals who can assist you as you leave treatment and start your new, clean and sober life. A sober companion can provide many services, including helping prepare your living space for sober living, helping you develop healthy habits, supporting you as you go to meetings, and providing you with transportation assistance.

Sober companions can, with your permission, also help to coordinate your care. They can talk with your doctors and other treatment team members to ensure your program is meeting your needs.

Leaving treatment can be jarring, and it can be hard to return to familiar situations without the aid of drugs and alcohol. Your sober companion can assist you as you return to familiar situations and surroundings. They can help you make healthy decisions as you return to work and start interacting with family members and friends.

Your sober companion can also act as a sounding board. When you are facing a difficult situation, or when you are simply frustrated, depressed, or angry, your sober companion is there to listen and guide you so you can stay clean and sober. There’s no reason to face your challenges alone. A sober companion can provide you with the support and assistance you need to stay clean.

Intervention

Interventions are focused conversations that are intended to get an addict to seek recovery. We can connect you to an experienced intervention specialist to help you prepare and help guide your discussion. During an intervention, family members and other loved ones discuss the impact of their loved one’s behavior as well as the consequences if their loved one does not seek help.

An interventionist can help you plan what to say to your loved one, as well as coach you on the best approach. Interventions might seem confrontational, but they can help encourage your loved one to seek the assistance they need. Whether the addiction is relatively new or it’s something your loved one has been struggling with for a long time, it’s never too late for them to get the help they need, and it’s never too early to intervene.

An intervention can help your loved one see the impact of their addiction as well as how much you love and support them. They may not realize the full impact of their addiction. With your encouragement and support, they can make the difficult choice to change the direction of their lives. We are happy to assist you in any way that we can.

Post Rehabilitation Support and Care

Post rehabilitation support and care, sometimes referred to as aftercare, can assist you as you leave the familiar routine and surroundings of your rehabilitation program. It can be intimidating to think about facing your family and friends in sobriety. Our program is here to help.

Your post rehabilitation support plan will include a number of supports. These supports may include individual counseling, group counseling, educational programming, 12-step groups, other support groups, sober living coaches or companions, peer support, sober living and more. The goal of these supports is to help prevent relapse.

Your aftercare plan should help you re-establish healthy routines. It may include health-oriented goals, like maintaining a healthy diet and exercise. It may also include medical appointments and continuing any prescriptions you started while in rehab. Your aftercare plan should also address needs like housing and employment. Many post rehabilitation plans utilize sober living to help recovering addicts transition back to life in the outside world.

Many rehabilitation programs will help you develop an aftercare plan, but you may also need to seek assistance on your own. We’re here to help, though.

Vocational Coach

One of the many challenges recovering addicts face is finding employment. During addiction, holding down a job can be difficult. Going to rehab may have meant leaving your job, or you may have lost due to your addiction. Regardless of the circumstances, a vocational counselor can help you find gainful, fulfilling employment.

Your vocational counselor can help you determine the best job for your skills and interests. To help you get that job, your vocational coach can help you develop and perfect your skills, including:

  • Writing a resume
  • Writing an effective cover letter
  • How to dress for an interview
  • How to answer common interview questions
  • How to navigate job search sites
  • How to network

As you refine your skills, you will feel more confident as you re-enter the job market. Your work with a vocational counselor may also lead you to retraining for a new career. Your counselor can help you assess your strengths and weakness and develop realistic goals. Together, you can find employment that gives you a sense of meaning as well as financial security. Being able to support yourself financially is empowering, and we can help you do exactly that while staying clean and sober

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