Overview of Our Program and Expectations
Starfish Transitional Living is a 6 to 9 month program designed to support residents as they work toward self-sustainability. While the typical program duration is up to nine months, residents have the option to stay for up to two years if they continue to make progress toward their individual goals. Upon successful completion of the program, residents receive a certificate recognizing their achievements and growth during their time with Starfish Sobbr Life.
Program Length and Optional Length of Stay
What Can I Expect at Starfish Transitional Living?
What Can I Expect at Starfish Transitional Living?
A Safe, Stable Home
You’ll live in a drug-free, structured sober living environment designed to promote stability, responsibility, and personal growth. Safety, respect, and dignity are non-negotiable here..
A Community That Walks With You
You will not walk this journey alone. Starfish is built on community, shared responsibility, and encouragement. Here, you’ll be surrounded by women who understand your journey and staff who are committed to your success.
Clear Structure & Accountability
You can expect:
House rules and curfews that promote stability
Required participation in chores and house responsibilities
Regular house meetings and community accountability
Expectations around sobriety, behavior, and mutual respect
This structure isn’t about control — it’s about creating the consistency that recovery needs to thrive.
Support for Your Whole Life
We support more than just sobriety. You will have access to:
Job readiness and employment support
Peer mentorship and recovery encouragement
Connection to mental health and recovery resources
Guidance as you work toward independence and long-term stability
Do I Qualify for Services?
You may qualify if you:
Are a woman in recovery seeking a drug-free, structured living environment
Are willing to maintain sobriety while in the program
Are able to follow house rules, curfews, and community expectations
Are open to accountability, peer support, and personal growth
Are medically and mentally stable enough for a sober living environment
Are willing to seek or maintain employment, job training, or approved income support
Are able to live cooperatively in a shared community setting
You may not be eligible if:
You are actively using alcohol or drugs
You require 24/7 medical or psychiatric supervision
You pose a safety risk to yourself or others
You are unwilling to follow house rules or program expectations
WHAT IF I DON’T QUALIFY FOR SERVICES?
If you do not qualify for services at Starfish Transitional Living at this time, it does not mean your recovery journey is over — it simply means a different level of care or support may be needed right now to help you move forward safely.
You may be referred elsewhere if:
You need a higher level of medical or mental health care
You are not currently able to maintain sobriety
Your needs fall outside the scope of a sober living environment
What We Will Do to Support You
Even if you do not qualify today, our goal is still your safety and success. When possible, we will:
Offer referrals to appropriate treatment programs or resources
Provide information on detox, residential treatment, or outpatient services
Encourage you to reapply once eligibility requirements are met
You Are Not Disqualified From Hope
Many women who succeed in sober living had to take additional steps first. If Starfish is not the right fit today, it may be in the future. Recovery is a journey, and timing matters.
If you have questions about your application or would like help finding alternative resources, we encourage you to reach out to our team.
You are still worthy of support. Your recovery still matters. And there is always a next step forward.