Your New
Beginning Starts Here
Sober Living House of Athens provides a safe, structured home for men who desire a life free of addiction — offering recovery, community, and the skills to build lasting independence.
"Recovery is a lifelong endeavor, only taken one day at a time."
— SLHOA Mission
A Safe Home for Men
Choosing Recovery
The Sober Living House of Athens, LLC (SLHOA) is an adult sober living home designed as a safe environment to grow in personal development, spiritual development, and recovery. We provide a structured, supportive community for men who have the desire to live a life free of addiction.
Our vision is to assist men in finding their way out of addictive environments by providing self-sustaining life skills — including repairs, cleaning, and gardening — while directing them to 12-step programs and supporting their re-entry into the workforce.
The SLHOA Program Phases
Our four-phase, 52-week program provides a clear, structured path from early recovery to lasting independence and self-sufficiency.
Phase 01: Foundations
Build the foundation of your recovery. Residents must attend 6 meetings per week (2 in-house, 4 off-site), obtain a sponsor within 4 weeks, and secure employment or volunteer work within two weeks of entry.
- 6 meetings/week required
- Sponsor within 4 weeks
- Employment within 2 weeks
- Supervised day passes only
Phase 02: Beginner Recovery
After 90 days of continuous sobriety and meeting all requirements, residents earn a 24-hour weekend pass. Accountability to approved destinations remains in effect.
- 24-hour weekend pass earned
- Continued meeting requirements
- Accountability to approved destinations
- Weekly rent current required
Phase 03: Intermediate Recovery
Beginning at week 17 (112 days), residents receive one 48-hour pass per calendar month. Continued commitment to meetings and house responsibilities is required.
- 48-hour monthly pass
- Continued meeting accountability
- Growing independence
- Signed meeting sheets required
Phase 04: Advanced Recovery
Beginning at week 26 (182 days), residents receive two 48-hour passes per calendar month, reflecting the trust and independence earned through sustained recovery.
- Two 48-hour passes/month
- Demonstrated independence
- Full workforce participation
- Community leadership role
Building Life Skills
Together
At SLHOA, residents learn self-sustaining life skills through hands-on participation in home maintenance, cleaning, and gardening. These activities build responsibility, pride of ownership, and the practical skills needed for independent living.
Weekly house meetings held every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:30 PM provide a space for community discussion, accountability, and shared growth. Formal 12-Step meetings begin at 8:00 PM for those with sponsors or guest speakers.
We welcome all men regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, or age.
Ready to Start
Your New Beginning?
If you or someone you love is ready to take the first step toward a sober, independent life, we invite you to reach out. Our directors are available to answer your questions and guide you through the application process.
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