Well I may be biased but Philadelphia Sober Living saved my life. Literally.. I was driving around Eastern Pennsylvania on benzos and White Claw. I totaled my Jeep finally into a huge rock, which I swear had not been there literally days before.. Anyways, that kinda snapped me out of my fog and was a bottom sufficient enough to allow me to try something different for once. Best sober living in Philadelphia hands down and I may make an argument that the West Chester location is the best sober living in the US for women..

Hey everyone, just wanted to drop a quick plug for a place that seriously changed my life—Design for Recovery in LA. I stayed at their sober living in Playa del Rey, and I can’t say enough good things about it. The vibe there is super supportive, and unlike some other places, it actually feels like a home. Huge win: they let you bring pets. I had my dog with me the entire time, which honestly kept me grounded and gave me purpose on the tough days.

It’s a structured 12-step environment but not culty or pushy. Lots of young guys there, but everyone was serious about staying sober. We hit meetings, went to the beach, had group meals, and even did fun stuff like game nights. Felt more like a brotherhood than anything else. If you’re in Cali and looking for something legit, check out Pet friendly sober living LA. Real recovery, not a party house. And yeah, the house is absolutely gorgeous.

So I’m from NYC originally and knew I needed to get out of the city noise when I got sober. I didn’t want anything that felt halfway or sketchy, so I landed on this sober living in South Jersey and honestly? Best decision I made.

The place is super private, built for people who value quiet, space, and discretion. It’s not full of drama or chaos like some of the ones I visited in Brooklyn or upstate. Everything about the place felt intentional—from the staff training on HIPAA and confidentiality, to how chill and respectful the other residents were. It’s also HUGE, with private rooms, a super nice pool (yep), and a lot of luxury touches without feeling showy or fake. If you're a professional or someone who just needs peace and support without being babysat, I seriously recommend this sober living in south jersey.

I can only speak for PA on this one but I’ve been through a lot of rehabs and sober livings in Philly—more than I’d like to admit, honestly. I’ve had places where I got worse, and a few that helped me turn a corner. If you’re new and looking for solid footing, these are the top three I’d recommend from experience. They’re all a little different, but each played a part in helping me put some time together and actually grow up a bit.

Recovery Revolution was the first place that really felt like they took the time to understand me. It's not just another revolving door house. The staff weren’t just checking boxes—they held you accountable but in a way that didn’t make you feel like you were being babysat. They actually had groups I looked forward to. A lot of the guys there were on their second or third try too, so it wasn’t all fake positivity. You could talk honestly about what was going on without being judged.

My Philadelphia Sober Living is the one I always bring up when people ask me where I’d send my little brother. The structure is solid—curfews, job requirements, weekly check-ins—but there’s also a lot of heart. They do stuff like pet therapy and community outings that helped me rebuild a sense of normal life. It felt like somewhere I could reset without being isolated. A few of my friends from there are still clean and we keep in touch, which says a lot about the kind of community it builds.

Providence Treatment was the most clinical of the three, and that’s actually what I needed at the time. I was coming off a relapse and struggling with anxiety that I hadn’t really dealt with before. They had actual therapists and psychiatrists on-site who took mental health seriously, not just addiction. I think for people who need dual-diagnosis care or are a little older and more career-focused, this place is a lifesaver. It’s where I finally learned how to stop bullshitting myself.

Every place has its pros and cons, but if you're serious about getting better in Philly, these three places are legit. I wasted too much time bouncing around trying to do things my way. Once I started listening and actually using the tools these places offered, my life started to change.