Sober Living WHY SOBER LIVING HOME IS A SUCCESSFUL RECOVERY OPT | Page 6

Rules to Keep in Mind While
Staying at a Sober Living Home
• Simple guidelines in a sober living home include:
• Abstinence from any form of alcohol or drug in the facility
• Preparation for a surprise or systemic drug tests
• Attending different community meetings as per the demand of the sober living coach,
mentor, or staff
• Commitment towards the sober living home by engaging in chores to maintain the
cleanliness of the home
• Interaction and integration in the community – this helps the patient to make friends
and improve the condition of the home
• There are more rules and regulations for residents of sober living homes. Sober living homes
prohibit certain materials which are
• Pornographic magazines
• Drug paraphernalia such as alcohol flasks, smoking pipes, and so on – For the need to
avert any incidence that may trigger a relapse, it is important to abide by the rules.
• Fighting with or engaging in sexual activity with other residents