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Phase 1 of sober living is about creating stability and laying the groundwork for long-term recovery. During this stage, residents adjust to structure, learn new habits, and become comfortable with the expectations of the house.
This initial phase provides the safe space residents need to focus on themselves. By emphasizing accountability, responsibility, and connection, Phase 1 prepares individuals for the next steps toward independence.
Phase 1 is about more than just getting used to house rules—it’s about establishing the foundation that makes recovery sustainable. Every resident learns to build stability through structure, accountability, and support. These three pillars create an environment where individuals can focus fully on recovery without the chaos that once controlled their lives.
Early recovery can feel overwhelming, and without structure it’s easy to drift back into old habits. Phase 1 provides a reliable routine—wake-ups, chores, curfews, and daily expectations—that creates stability when life feels uncertain. Structure doesn’t box residents in; it frees them to focus on what matters most: staying sober and rebuilding their lives.
In addiction, accountability often disappears—promises are broken, responsibilities slip, and trust is lost. Phase 1 restores accountability by asking residents to show up for themselves and for others. With regular check-ins, random testing, and peer support, residents learn that accountability isn’t punishment—it’s a gift that helps rebuild integrity and self-respect.
Recovery doesn’t happen in isolation. The support residents find in Phase 1—from peers who “get it” to staff who guide them—is what makes the journey possible. Support means having someone to lean on when it’s tough, encouragement to keep going when doubt creeps in, and reminders that no one has to walk this road alone.
Residents in Phase 1 begin to practice the skills and behaviors needed for lasting recovery.
Residents in Phase 1 are introduced to tools and practices that help them begin rebuilding their lives in recovery.
These tools may seem simple, but they form the backbone of recovery. When practiced daily, they help residents gain confidence, independence, and purpose.
Most residents spend several months in Phase 1, but the length depends on individual progress.
Phase 1 focuses first on stability. Some residents may begin work or school if appropriate, but the priority is building structure and accountability.
Residents follow curfews, testing, and house responsibilities designed to promote sobriety and responsibility.
Residents who complete Phase 1 move into Phase 2, where they gain more independence while still supported by structure and accountability.
At Sought & Found Sober Living, we provide structure, support, and community to help every resident create a strong foundation for lasting sobriety.
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