Atlanta Sober Living Details

Resident Requirements

Our goal at The Arches Recovery Residences is to provide a sober lifestyle for our residents to allow them to maintain permanent recovery from drug & alcohol addiction. 

To help them achieve that goal, we are committed to providing a  safe, structured environment where all residents have the opportunity to succeed.

To maintain the structure needed to provide the Atlanta recovery residents with a safe environment there are requirements that must be met and followed to reside at The Arches Recovery Residences.

There is an interview process with each potential resident to assess their willingness to follow the structure that is important to maintain the safety of the community.

Minimum Requirements for Admission to The Arches:

1. Commitment – Commit to stay at least 6 months. (You can stay as long as you want to)

2. Staying Clean & Sober – Abstain from all mind and mood altering substances. This includes drugs, alcohol, cough syrups, mouth wash containing alcohol, prescription drugs (certain medical exceptions can be made), etc.

3. 12 Step Recovery – Must be involved in a 12 Step Recovery Program.

4. Guidance – Must have or be willing to acquire and work with a "sponsor".  This is the person that will guide you through the 12 Steps of recovery.

5. Willingness – Must be completely willing to follow all rules and requirements of The Arches Recovery Residences. To continue to provide a safe & structured living environment for the residents it is imperative that all the residents live within the guidelines of the community. Discharge will be the only option for anyone who does not follow the minimum rules and regulations of the sober living accountability guidelines.

6. Productive Activity.  It is mandatory that you are either employed or are actively seeking employment. Alternatives to this requirement are things such as:

• community service
• volunteer work during the day

It is vital to permanent recovery to learn how to fill your day with productive activities.  You will be required to maintain a productive schedule while residing at The Arches Recovery Residences.