Second Chance Sobriety Homes

Second Chance Sobriety Home is a sober living house for adults in San Jose, California. They support your continued sobriety through peer support under the supervision of a house manager. You don’t have to have completed an inpatient detox or rehab program to reside at the sober house, but you must be drug and alcohol free when you move in. You also have to be committed to staying that way with support and continuing treatment.

One attractive aspect is that they are staffed by persons who are also in recovery. That means you’ll get coaching and encouragement from people who’ve been there and who know what you’re going through. You’ll be expected to abide by house rules, including daily curfews, help with household chores, and consent to random drug and alcohol testing. You’ll also be required to continue working on your recovery, including attending recovery education programs, 12 Step meetings, and outpatient treatment as prescribed by your care team.

You’ll develop essential life skills to maintain a sober lifestyle and ensure your wellbeing in mind, body, spirit, career, and relationships. Sober living requires a minimum of a 30 day commitment, but you may live there for up to 6-12 months, if you comply with house rules and pay your mo
monthly fees.

Previous residents have positive things to say about the program. One person said that the disciplined environment, combined with the liberty to go out in town and work, were essential in cementing their triumph over a temporary mental health or substance use crisis. A surcharge is issued for anyone who falls back on their recovery program and relapses, should they seek readmission afterwards.