Licensing

NARR Affiliate Updates for Washington, Arizona, and Tennessee Sober Living Homes

Learn about Washington's required certification program, Arizona's Medicaid scandal, and Tennessee NIMBY disputes facing sober living home operators in. these NARR-affiliated states.

Understanding the Changing NARR Regulations for Michigan, New Jersey, and Virginia Sober Living Homes

Widespread abuses in unregulated Michigan, regulation stability in Michigan, plus and a highly regulated environment in Virginia. Read on for the latest sober living home regulations and NARR updates in these states.

NARR News and Regulations Updates for Ohio, Georgia, and North Carolina Sober Living Homes

Stay on top of the latest developments concerning recovery residences in Ohio, Georgia, and North Carolina. 

NARR Regulations and Updates for New York, Pennsylvania, and Illinois Sober Living Homes

New York state gains an emerging NARR affiliate, Illinois remains a battleground for sober living home regulation, and Pennsylvania requires recovery residences to seek certification for state funding.

NARR Rules and Regulations Updates for California, Texas, and Florida Sober Living Homes 

Let’s look at how regulations are evolving in three of the biggest states in the US: California, Texas, and Florida.

How to Choose a Sober Living Home Startup Consultant

Find a sober living startup consultant to sort through the noise and develop a winning business plan tailored to your location, market, and goals.

5 Things to Consider When Opening a Sober Living Home in Wyoming

Wyoming is one of the least densely populated states in the nation, but that doesn’t translate into a low need for recovery housing.

Everything You Need to Know About Opening a Sober Living Home in Vermont 

Vermont has a huge shortage of recovery housing.

What They Don't Want You to Know About Opening a Sober Living Home in Alaska

Alaska has no state-wide licensing or certification requirements for sober living homes.

4 Best Kept Secrets About Opening a Sober Living Home in North Dakota

North Dakota needs more sober living homes! Here’s five of the best kept secrets about owning and operating a sober living home in the Peace Garden State. 

What You Need to Know About Opening a Sober Living Home in South Dakota

Here’s some pointers on opening a sober living home in South Dakota, home to the renowned “24/7 Sobriety Program.”

FAQ About Opening a Sober Living Home in Delaware

Read all of the answers to your most frequently asked questions about what goes into opening a sober living home in Delaware below.

Thinking of Opening a Sober Living Home in Rhode Island? 

In Rhode Island, only sober living homes that elect to get certified with RICARES are eligible for state referrals and funding.

Opening a Sober Living Home in New Hampshire

New Hampshire sober living homes must complete the NHCORR certification process before they may apply for the state’s voluntary registry for sober living homes. 

Everything You Want to Know About Opening a Sober Living Home in Hawaii

In 2014, Hawaii’s House of Representatives passed Act 193, which established the “Clean and Sober Home Registry” and altered county zoning laws to accommodate sober living homes.

Your Questions About Opening a Sober Living Home in West Virginia - Answered

Sober living homes in West Virginia that receive money and/or referrals from the state must be certified.

FAQ About How to Open an Sober Living Home in Maine

Maine does not require sober living homes to seek certification or licensure.

Kansas is a Great State to Open a Sober Living Home

While addiction treatment centers in Kansas must be certified in order to operate, there are no such laws regarding sober living homes.

How to Open a Sober Living Home in Mississippi

Good news, Mississippi: there are very few rules and regulations to get in your way as you are planning to open your sober living home!