203.339.1191
WHY SOBER LIVING AT RIGHT PATH?
Come and build your best life ever.
We believe in taking action if we want to set ourselves up for success. We call it putting your heart and soul into living and loving recovery life. Make no mistake, there's work to be done.
WHAT TO BRING. WHAT TO EXPECT. INTAKE!
What to expect your first time at sober living
Entering a sober living environment for the first time can be a transformative and life-changing experience for women seeking recovery from substance use disorders. Here are some pieces of advice to consider for women who are contemplating entering Right Path House.
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Embrace the Opportunity for Growth: Understand that entering a sober living environment signifies a commitment to your personal growth and well-being. Embrace this opportunity as a chance to create positive change in your life and to work towards a healthier, more fulfilling future.
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Be Open-Minded: Approach the experience with an open mind and a willingness to learn. Recovery is a journey of self-discovery, and being receptive to new ideas, perspectives, and approaches can greatly enhance your progress and success in sobriety.
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Set Realistic Expectations: Understand that recovery is a process that takes time and effort. Set realistic expectations for yourself and recognize that there may be ups and downs along the way. Celebrate your successes, no matter how small, and be patient with yourself during the challenging moments.
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Build a Support System: Take advantage of the support and camaraderie offered in the sober living environment. Surround yourself with peers who understand what you're going through and who can offer encouragement, guidance, and empathy. Building a strong support system is crucial for maintaining sobriety and navigating the ups and downs of recovery.
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Stay Committed to Your Recovery: Make a commitment to yourself and your sobriety. Stay focused on your goals and priorities, and be proactive in seeking out resources and support that will help you stay on track. Remember that recovery is a daily practice, and each day sober is a victory worth celebrating.
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Practice Self-Care: Take care of yourself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Engage in activities that nourish your mind, body, and soul, such as setting healthy boundaries, exercise, meditation, journaling, and spending time in nature. Prioritizing self-care will help you stay balanced and resilient as you navigate the challenges of recovery.
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Be Honest and Authentic: Honesty is essential in recovery. Be honest with yourself and others about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Embrace vulnerability and authenticity as strengths, and don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it.
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Stay Connected to Your Recovery Community: Stay connected to your recovery community even after you leave the sober living environment. Attend support group meetings, stay in touch with peers from rehab, the sober house, and continue to engage in activities that support your sobriety and well-being.
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Celebrate Your Progress: Celebrate your progress and accomplishments along the way. Recovery is a journey of growth and transformation, and each step forward is a testament to your strength and resilience. Take pride in how far you've come and the positive changes you've made in your life.
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Believe in Yourself: Believe in yourself and your ability to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. You are capable of living a fulfilling and meaningful life in recovery, and with determination, perseverance, and support, you can overcome any obstacle that comes your way. If you don't seek extra help.
Entering a sober living environment for the first time can be both daunting and empowering, but with the right mindset, support, and determination, it can be the first step towards a brighter and more hopeful future. Trust in yourself, trust in the process, and know that you are not alone on this journey to recovery. Come join us!
What to Expect-In House
1 to 1 Recovery Coaching:
Art Experiences
Shared dinners
Workshops
12 Step meetings
Rides to 12 Step meetings
What to Bring
Please bring: clothes for one week, including both work and workout clothes, and laundry basket/detergent. Sports equipment, including helmet. Your resume. A week's worth of breakfast and lunch groceries. You'll purchase dinner for 14 for the one night every two weeks that you'll cook (otherwise, your dinner is provided. Use our linens/towels or bring your own. According to the individual situation, you may bring electronics - including laptops.
No alcohol-based toiletries.
No candles.
No aerosols
What to Expect- Outside the House at the Gym
Membership at Coastal Fitness is open to all house members and staff. They offer Pilates, kick boxing, yoga, core training, barre and other classes in addition to their regular gym. There is also a sauna.
How Equine Works
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We travel to the horse farm to groom and bond with the horses. We don't ride, we do what is know as "ground" work. You'll learn what the horse thinks about on our visits. The horse is unencumbered by ego. He doesn't play games or have power trips. He just wants to know if he can trust you.
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People often take riding lessons at their own cost at Westbrook Hunt Club and Rivendell Farm.
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Equine Therapy offered the Stable Ground
Peer-Driven Recreation
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Some of the activities do coat a little extra, but most are free, like biking and hiking!
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We invite you every weekend to join in the fun, but we understand you may have family or work constraints.
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We're a vacation spot in the middle of a natural treasure.
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There's already too much to list, while our house members are often busy coming up with new ones.
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Bring hiking boots or good sneakers. A helmet.
Intake
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we can complete an intake over the phone with a scheduled phone appointment at 203-339-1191.
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once a phone interview is complete, we set up a deposit to hold the bed and set a date and time for arrival.
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we would like you to know that most people are successful if they stay 6-12 months.
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let you know what to expect, let us know your needs and circumstances.
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based on the clinical expertise of your current clinician, we will help set up your clinical plan prior to your arrival.
Test Services
We screen using both a 14-panel with
temperature including 72 hour ETG and breathylizing.
Financial Aid
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Once we have accepted you into the house and you have a move-in date, you may apply for financial aid. Sorry to say that we currently don't have financial aid available.
Who We Serve
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We serve graduates of 30-, 60-, or 90-day programs. They enter our program able to live independently and harmoniously in a community sober living.
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We welcome women with varied treatment history, with co-occurring PTSD, depression and anxiety.
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We're not a clinical program but we're affiliated with Project Courage, Recovery Services, Mountainside, and High Watch for clinical support.
How Share Dinners Work
Every evening we gather for a family-like dinner that one of us prepares with love and care. If you have dietary restrictions, we try to handle them like a family would and make accommodations. Because we take turns cooking every night, it reduces your food budget. Please also note that residents who have work or therapy may miss dinner, but we'll save you a plate to heat up later.
Cole the dog
AKC Chocolate Lab named Cole has aced his classes toward becoming a therapy dog. Well known for his tennis ball collection. He often hovers
between couch potato and man of action. Nearly always available for walks, snuggling and sleep overs.
Payments
Payments are due every 4 weeks or 29 days. We accept Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, personal checks, cash and credit card with a 2.9% convenience charge.
Depending on the room, singles are between 2000 and 2750 and doubles are 2000 and 2250.
Non-refundable 250 administrative fee.
Bikes
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Bikes are available free of charge.
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You may bring your bike and store it in the garage.
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Please supply your own helmet.
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You can get to anywhere you need to go like the grocery, Clinton Crossing or the beach.
Length of Stay
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We require a 87 day minimum stay
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Most effective length of stay is at 9 months
Colleges
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Right Path is surrounded by educational institutions within thirty minutes driving time or on the train line (35 minutes). Here are some links to the most commonly attended schools in our area: Free high school available for those under 21.
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Southern Connecticut State University
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Gateway Community College
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Fusion Academy or online through the state of Connecticut
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Three Oaks Community College
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Albertus Magnus
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University of New Haven
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Middlesex Community College
House Application
Please complete the form to apply. Next, please schedule a phone or in-person interview. We can discuss your needs and what we offer.