Overview
Recovery Road Homes offers structured, gender-specific sober living houses in quiet residential neighborhoods throughout Grand Rapids and Muskegon, Michigan. They provide a caring, substance-free environment for adults seeking long-term recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. By providing accountability and strong peer support, they create a safe setting for a successful transition back into mainstream life. The program is built on a foundation of the 12-steps, requiring residents to actively participate in meetings, work with a sponsor, and maintain employment. Recovery Road Homes empowers individuals to build a new, healthy foundation for a life free from addiction. Visit their website here.
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Amenities & Details
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Treatment
Levels of Care Offered
Structured Sober Living
Accountability and peer support.
Approaches
Policies
Mandatory Sobriety
Zero tolerance for substance use; violations can lead to discharge.
12-Step Participation
Residents must attend meetings and work with a sponsor.
Curfews
Strict curfews are enforced, varying for new and established residents.
Employment Required
Must be employed, seeking work, or volunteering.
Guest Policy
Guests allowed in common areas; no overnight stays.
Medication Management
All medications must be stored securely in a personal lock-box.
Cost
Payment Structure
Recovery Road Homes is a private pay only facility and does not accept insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare.
Self-Pay
Program fees are structured to be affordable. Call to confirm pricing.
- Move-In Fee: $300 (covers first 2 weeks)
- Monthly Program Fee: $600
- Weekly House Fund: $5 (for shared supplies)
Reviews
Based on 42 Google reviews
What Clients Appreciate
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Life-Saving Structure: Praised for providing accountability and support crucial for early recovery.
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Caring Staff: The owner and staff are described as genuine, supportive, and invested in residents' success.
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Supportive Community: The "brotherhood" and "family" atmosphere is highlighted as key to healing.
"Recovery Road is an excellent sober living facility. It provides the perfect balance of accountability, support, and freedom. The owner, Preston, is one of the most stand-up guys I've ever met... If you are serious about getting and staying clean and sober, you will not be disappointed with Recovery Road."
"This place saved my life. Showed me how to be accountable and responsible. The brotherhood is amazing. It's a great place to begin your new life. If you really want to change your life for the better, Recovery Road homes is the place to be."
View additional context from reviews
While the vast majority of reviews are positive, the few critical comments typically come from former residents who were asked to leave for not following the program's rules. This underscores the facility's commitment to maintaining a safe and accountable environment for all residents.
Tip: Success in this program is closely tied to a resident's willingness to embrace structure, accountability, and the 12-step model.
Location
The address below serves as a central contact point. Sober living residences are located in various undisclosed residential neighborhoods throughout Grand Rapids and Muskegon for resident privacy.
Address
Recovery Road Homes961 Alpine Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
Hours
Admissions: Mon-Fri, 9am - 6pm
Residences operate 24/7.
Frequently Asked Questions
Program & Services
What services do you offer?
We offer a safe sober living option for people serious about recovery. We provide rules, structure, accountability, and support in a homelike setting. We do not provide clinical or medical treatment services on-site.
How long will I be there?
The length of stay is flexible and based on individual needs. Residents can stay as long as they need, provided they are following the program rules and working on their recovery.
Is Suboxone/Methadone (MAT) permitted?
Yes, Recovery Road Homes celebrates all pathways to recovery, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). Residents prescribed medications like Suboxone or Methadone are accepted.
Who provides care here?
Recovery Road does not have a medical or clinical team. Care and support are provided by program staff and, most importantly, through a peer-supported community model. It is not a treatment facility.
Cost & Admission
Do you accept insurance or Medicaid?
No, Recovery Road Homes is a private pay only facility. They do not accept insurance or Medicaid. Program fees must be paid out-of-pocket.
Do you serve individuals with a criminal sexual conduct (CSC) history?
No, they are unable to serve individuals with a CSC history because residents are permitted to have visits with children in the homes.
Daily Life & Rules
What is the living situation like? Do I get my own room?
Residents live in home-like settings in residential neighborhoods. Typically, every new resident will share a room with at least one other person to foster community and peer support.
What should I bring with me?
Due to shared rooms and limited space, you should bring a season's worth of clothing, hangers, your own food, and personal bedding for a twin-size bed.
Can I use my phone or laptop? Is there WiFi?
Yes, residents are allowed to have and use their personal electronics like phones and laptops. Each house is equipped with Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a house phone.
Are family visits allowed? Can my children stay with me?
Guests are permitted in common areas during designated hours. Overnight guests are not allowed. In some cases, children may be allowed to stay with a resident, but this requires prior approval from a Director and is decided on an individual basis.
Is smoking/vaping allowed?
Yes, smoking, vaping, and chewing tobacco are permitted but only in pre-approved outdoor areas.
Is this a locked facility?
No, this is an open, voluntary sober living environment. Residents have freedom to come and go for work, meetings, and personal errands, but must adhere to strict curfews and rules for accountability.
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NARR Certified
National Alliance for Recovery Residences.