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Sober living in St. Petersburg provides a safe and nurturing environment, in luxury accommodations, for people who are newly in recovery or continuing their sober journey. Our sober living facility is not just a house; it’s a home of like-minded individuals in a community whose purpose is to help each member grow and find sustained and meaningful recovery.
Why Sober Living in St. Petersburg?
St. Petersburg is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida, just a short drive southwest from Tampa, and is part of the greater Tampa Bay Area. This beautiful coastal city is home to Tropicana Field, the Salvador Dali Museum, and an array of beaches, nature preserves, and rich culture. There’s a reason Florida is called the Sunshine State; it’s year-round warm weather means that there are plenty of things to do, see, and experience in St. Petersburg.
For many people on their recovery journey, St. Petersburg makes sense as a destination to enter sober living. It’s location in West Central Florida makes it ideal for those who want to stay close to their friends or family in the Tampa Bay Area and surrounding communities. And for non-residents, St. Petersburg’s coastal community and beach vibes makes it an idyllic location for a fresh start.
St. Petersburg, FL is not just a cultural center, it is also a supportive environment that offers an array of sober activities. Miles of nature trails, city parks, museums, restaurants, and coastal beaches on the crystal blue Tampa Bay provide healthy enrichment. Additionally, the vast sober community network provides plenty of choices for things like 12-Step meetings and other recovery group connections.
Sober Living Amenities
Our sober living homes in St. Petersburg are newly renovated and include updated features. We designed our facilities to feel luxurious so that our residents will feel comfortable and relaxed while they transition back into day-to-day life. We offer an array of luxurious amenities that help make each of our residents feel at home, so that they can feel more relaxed and ready to focus on their continued recovery. These amenities include:
- Spacious bedrooms with comfortable double beds.
- Inviting professionally decorated common areas to unwind or catch up with housemates.
- Wifi and internet access throughout the home.
- Outpatient drug rehab options to further recovery
- Single rooms if available
In addition to our premium in-house features, each of our residences in St. Petersburg are located in comfortable and safe neighborhoods, close to many of the outdoor activities, cultural events, and other entertainment options that the Tampa/St. Pete area has to offer.
What Are the Requirements for Sober Living in St. Petersburg?
Each person coming to sober living in St. Petersburg must be committed to actively working on their recovery. They also must have completed some form of treatment (e.g., residential rehab, IOP, or PHP), and be continuing to attend outpatient follow-up appointments, group meetings, and other recommended courses of aftercare.
One of the foundational elements of a sober life is accountability — both to yourself and to the people around you. When you come to sober living in St. Petersburg, there are several “house rules” you will be expected to abide by. These rules are for your benefit, as well as the other residents in the home. Some of these include maintaining abstinence from drugs and alcohol, respecting peers and house staff, no overnight guests, and willingness to undergo periodic random drug and alcohol screening.
Benefits of Sober Living in St. Petersburg
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Gender specific housing. Gender-specific housing helps residents focus on their recovery without distractions or temptations that might come from co-ed residential options. Gender-specific housing helps residents feel freer to open up and engage in the process, without worrying about judgment or fitting into a certain “role” or mode of behavior. Studies have shown that individuals residing in either men only sober living homes or women only facilities have improved outcomes.
- Safe and comfortable housing. For some people, their home environment is not safe — or doesn’t support a sober lifestyle. Sober living homes provide a safe and nurturing environment that promotes healthy habits, abstinence, and an environment free from triggers that might lead to relapse.
- A sober community. In sober living homes you are living with other people who are going through what you’re going through, and know exactly what you’re experiencing. Your housemates aren’t just housemates; they’re members of a community who can provide support and inspiration.
- Flexible structure. While sober living homes are generally less structured than residential treatment, or other types of intensive rehab, they still have house rules that help provide routine and structure around your days. This “flexible structure” helps you to learn to put sobriety first while also teaching you valuable skills.
- Housing staff. The house managers and other staff in sober living homes are not just trained professionals that provide ongoing care. Many of them are also in recovery and can be a source of support, guidance, and accountability as you navigate your new sober life.
How Much Does Sober Living Cost?
Since sober living homes are private facilities and generally not funded by state agencies, the cost of sober living homes varies quite a bit. In general, many sober living homes will require their residents to pay rent, chip in on utilities, and cover their own personal expenses. There are several factors that go into the cost of sober living, such as:
- Cost of living in the location of the homes. If the home is a more affluent area, it may cost a bit more than a home in a less trendy part of town.
- Activities and structure. Some sober living homes are less structured and don’t provide as many group activities or structured living. Typically, the more features and activities a sober living home has the more it will cost.
- Features and amenities in the facility. The more premium amenities a home has, such as private bedrooms, pool, or gym, the more it may cost.
- How long you plan on staying. The length of your stay will ultimately factor into the overall cost of staying at sober living home in St. Petersburg.
- On-site licensed professionals. If the sober living home provides an on-site therapist or medical doctor, it may be more expensive than a facility who doesn’t offer this level of access.