Frequently Asked Questions

Those who are currently looking for transitional housing may apply to Thrive. Violent offenders will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. We cannot accept registered sex offenders. 

Sober living is a type of temporary housing for individuals recovering from substance use disorders. Residents commit to maintaining sobriety while residing in this supportive environment. Sober livings play a crucial role in helping people establish and sustain sobriety post-inpatient treatment or correctional facilities.

Key Characteristics of Sober Living:

Commitment to Sobriety: Residents must adhere to a strict no-alcohol and no-drugs policy.

House Rules and Curfews: Structured guidelines provide stability and a sense of routine.

Financial Contribution: Residents pay rent and share household responsibilities, fostering life skills and accountability.

House Management: Typically overseen by a manager or coordinator, residents are encouraged to self-govern while receiving guidance when needed.

Meetings and Programs: Regular sessions focus on sobriety, recovery, and life skills training, including AA/NA meetings, counseling, and relapse prevention.

Peer Support: Residents support each other, serving as role models and accountability partners in overcoming challenges.

Random Drug Screenings: Conducted to ensure all residents maintain sobriety.

Accessibility: Sober livings are designed to be affordable and accessible, catering to those in need of recovery support.

Purpose of Sober Living:

The primary goal of a sober living is to offer a safe, nurturing environment where individuals can develop and practice tools and life skills essential for sustained recovery and independence. For many, it serves as a stepping stone from treatment to independent living.

Structure and Stability: Sober livings provide rules, curfews, and scheduled activities that establish a stable routine for residents. This helps overcome the chaos of addiction and develop discipline.

Accountability: Residents monitor each other to stay committed to sobriety and follow house rules. Random drug tests also provide accountability.

Friendships and Support: Strong bonds form between residents who share the common goal of recovery. They support each other through challenges and serve as role models. These relationships last beyond the sober living stay.

Skill Development: Residents learn skills such as financial management, healthy communication, and hygiene through work, chores, house meetings, and counseling sessions. These life skills prepare them for independence.

Personal Growth: Residents strengthen their sense of self and develop healthy coping strategies to build a life of purpose in sobriety. Living with others in recovery also boosts residents’ confidence and motivation.

Safe Housing: Sober living provides a non-judgmental, substance-free place to live during the transition from treatment to independence. This safety net helps avoid triggers and maintain sobriety.

Recovery Knowledge: Residents gain knowledge about addiction, triggers, coping strategies, and resources through the house programs and meetings. This education reduces the risk of relapse.

In Summary: Sober living is instrumental to recovery, providing structure, support, accountability, skill-building opportunities, and personal growth that equip residents for long-term sobriety and success. The benefits of sober living extend well beyond the duration of one’s stay.

Your length of stay will depend on your individual needs, goals and desires. We encourage a minimum length of stay of three months. Thrive is a non-time limited program and offers the flexibility for individuals to use the program as a stepping stone or as a more permanent home. 

Here at Thrive we love animals, but we are unable to have residents bring their own pets with them. Some residents may have allergies to particular types of animals and it would be very difficult to manage these allergies with animals residing inside the home. 

Thrive has private and shared rooms. Room selection is determined considering availability, needs assessment, and personal preferences. 

Yes. Letters, packages and anything that arrives for you will be delivered to your room daily. We may sometimes request packages be opened with a House Manager present for monitoring safety. 

Yes. Here at Thrive, you will have free access to wifi. We offer internet and cable TV via our network connection. Emails and contacts from friends and families are an important part of staying connected; we encourage residents to maintain regular contact with family and friends via email or by phone. You may also bring your personal laptop or computer. 

Yes. Each house has a land line to both make and receive calls. The House Manager will assist you with making any calls and getting phone numbers that you may need. You are welcome to bring personal cell phones as part of your belongings. 

Yes, tobacco smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas outside the homes. 

Living at Thrive is just like living in your own home. Our residences come fully furnished, requiring only your clothing upon arrival. Once settled, you'll have the freedom to personalize your room, adding your unique touch to make it truly your own. 

Yes. THRIVE does random drug and breathalyzer test.

Our sober living programs are designed for men and women who have already completed a detox program and a drug and alcohol rehab program. This helps clients establish a firm foundation that they can continue building upon while completing a sober living program. 

At our community, we maintain a strict policy of zero tolerance for drug or alcohol use, both on and off the property. As part of our commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment, we conduct regular random drug and alcohol tests, typically utilizing 12-panel screening. It's important to note that refusal to submit to a drug test will be treated in the same manner as a positive test result. This approach ensures the well-being and accountability of all our residents, fostering an atmosphere conducive to successful recovery and personal growth. 

No. THRIVE residents are expected to purchase and prepare their own food for meals. We do, however, provide all cooking utensils and appliances needed to prepare those meals. 

The cost of sober living varies depending on factors like location, amenities, and services offered. More affordable options provide basic necessities, while upscale homes may offer additional amenities. More intensive programs have higher levels of service to cover additional professional support. Benefits or grants may be available to help offset costs for those who qualify based on income. Private health insurance may cover outpatient treatment and aftercare but rarely covers housing or residential fees. However, lifelong sobriety and a solid foundation for recovery are priceless benefits. Sober living helps establish both independence and accountability. 

THRIVE believes that anyone with willingness should be able to work a program of recovery without any discrimination and or judgement. There are many roads that lead to sustained sobriety. THRIVE Transitional Housing is a OKARR (Oklahoma Association of Recovery Residences) and MAT Certified sober living housing provider for men and women. 

MAT is a proven medical strategy to reach complete abstinence from substance use.

SAMHSA defines Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) as “the use of FDA-approved medications, in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies, to provide a ‘whole-patient’ approach to the treatment of substance use disorders.” Thrive Transitional Housing provide safe and structured housing to guests who are following a Medication Assisted Treatment Plan directed by a licensed healthcare provider.

Provider and Treatment Plan

MAT Housing guests must be on a approved MAT Treatment Plan with a licensed healthcare provider. If unable to locate one, we can refer to a local provider. A release of Information form must be signed by a guest so that we can request the following information from your provider (provider contact information, records release, and treatment plan). All medications will be securely stored. 

The Benefits of MAT Housing

Medication Assisted Treatment housing has been proven to help achieve permanent sobriety. Our recovery houses looks to help struggling individuals integrate successfully back into society. This can be the hardest part of healing from addiction is learning how to live life on life’s terms. We teach life skills to help individuals for after they leave the Thrive Community.