Frequently Asked Questions
Curious about how Linden House works? Our FAQ section is here to guide you. Get straightforward answers about our home, our approach, and what life in our community looks like.
What is the difference between a sober living facility and a treatment facility?
A treatment facility (rehab) is a structured clinical environment where individuals receive therapy, medical support, and intensive programming to address addiction. Treatment typically includes counseling, group therapy, psychological assessments, medical oversight, and a set schedule aimed at stabilizing someone in early recovery. A sober living facility, on the other hand, is a supportive living environment, not a clinical program. Sober living provides structure, accountability, routine, and peer support for individuals transitioning from treatment or early recovery into greater independence. Residents live in a drug- and alcohol-free home, follow house guidelines, and build healthy habits while integrating back into daily life—work, school, family, and community.
Is there therapy while staying at Linden House?
Linden House does not provide on-site therapy or clinical services. We are a structured sober living environment, not a treatment facility. However, residents are absolutely encouraged to continue therapy, counseling, outpatient programs, or any clinical support with outside providers while living in the house. Our role is to offer a stable, accountable, and supportive home where residents can build routines and apply the tools they learn in therapy to everyday life.
Can residents work or go to school?
Absolutely. Sober living encourages residents to build stable routines, which often include work, school, volunteering, or outpatient treatment.
Is there drug testing?
Yes, absolutely. We conduct random UA testing to residents at the Linden Facility.
