203.339.1191

THE JOURNEY
BEGINS WITH A
SINGLE STEP
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're not geniuses, but we have decades of experience helping people recover. However, we do love to talk about research on the effectiveness of sober living or the social model of recovery. We designed our structured sober living on the four pillars of recovery according to the research from SAMHSA: in-house activities such as workshops and peer created dinners that create community and ask house members to immerse themselves in 12-step meetings (pillar one), assist in setting up a hand selected program that includes the mental, physical and spiritual components of wellness (pillar two), add a safe, predictable home-life where sober life is the culture (pillar three) and help each woman build a sense of purpose (pillar four).

WHAT TO BRING. WHAT TO EXPECT
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 anyone seeking recovery from substance use disorders. A good sober living offers a new lifestyle using the 12-steps for transforming your life. Here, we have a safe, gently structured, family-style home with a live-in recovery coach. Our coaches model the critical dedication, self-assessment and compassion to maintain long-term recovery. Here are some pieces of advice to consider.
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Embrace the Opportunity for Growth: Understand that entering a sober living environment signifies a commitment to your personal growth, life-style, and well-being. Embrace this opportunity as a chance to create positive change one day at a time.
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Be Open-Minded: Approach the experience with an open mind and a willingness to learn. If you already knew everything, then how did you wind up in rehab? Recovery is a journey of ever evolving self-discovery, and being receptive to new ideas, perspectives, and approaches can greatly enhance your progress.
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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 both emotional and physical ups and downs along the way. Celebrate your successes, no matter how small, and be patient with yourself during the challenging moments. Recovery is indeed a journey and not a timed event.
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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. Addiction loves when you isolate, so don't.
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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 people that will help you stay on track. Remember that each day sober is a victory worth celebrating. Let your experience grow.
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Practice Self-Care: Take timeouts. Engage in activities that nourish your mind, body, and soul, such as setting healthy boundaries, exercise, meditation, journaling, or 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, even if they are negative. Embrace vulnerability and authenticity as strengths, because in recovery, that's what they are considered. It is the basis for trust. So, don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it.
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Believe in Yourself: We will believe in you and your ability to overcome challenges until you learn how to do it for yourself. You are capable of living a fulfilling and meaningful life, and with the determination, perseverance, and dedication that recovery brings, you can overcome any obstacle that comes your way.
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 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 10-14 (depending how many are in the house) 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
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 is offered from "Stable Ground"
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 (high school) 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
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.
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.
Peer-Driven Recreation
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Some of the activities do cost 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.
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.