Middlehouse

About Middlehouse

MiddleHouse is a non-profit sober living residence in San Luis Obispo, California. They offer adult men (18+) a safe, substance-free house focused on long-term recovery from alcoholism and addiction.

Its core approach centers on community support, peer accountability and structure rather than medical intervention. Founded in 1966, MiddleHouse brings tradition-rich sober living with a grassroots mission to help men rebuild their lives.

Sober Living for Addiction Recovery

MiddleHouse specializes in sober living for alcohol addiction and other substance issues. They welcome men who have maintained sobriety for at least 48 hours prior to admission.

Residents don’t receive in-house therapy or medical care. They live in a structured, supportive home of 14 individuals where peer relationships help drive accountability and growth.

Typical daily life involves upholding house rules, maintaining a schedule and engaging with outside support like AA or NA. The environment emphasizes mutual support, responsibility, financial self-sufficiency and consistent sobriety.

Peer Community & Accountability

Another central focus is peer-led recovery. Residents at MiddleHouse depend heavily on each other for motivation, structure and shared accountability.

This houses an intimate community where relationships develop naturally in shared spaces like common areas, semi-private bedrooms and outdoor settings.

The organization does not accept insurance; payment is self-pay. Rent, roughly set at about $175 per week, has deferral options available for up to two weeks for those seeking employment while settling in.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Alcohol Rehab
If you’re ready to overcome alcohol use disorder, an alcohol rehab in California can give you the tools you need. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an alcohol program will help you build a new lifestyle based on healthy coping mechanisms, better relationships, and a new way of thinking about life.
Opioid Addiction
The goal of an alcohol rehab in California is to give you the tools and skills you need to achieve long-term recovery. During this program, you’ll work with professional counselors to deal with the psychological, emotional, and physical issues that opioid misuse can cause. Over time, you’ll learn how to live without substance use long-term.
Drug Rehab
In California, a drug rehab provides a combination of therapy and education to help clients overcome substance misuse. In a drug treatment program you’ll not only receive treatment, but you’ll participate in activities, receive peer support, and learn how to have fun without substance use.
Adult Program
An adult program in California addresses the unique needs of adults, such as finding secure housing, building a career, and raising a family. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, an adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Men's Rehab
Choosing a men’s rehab in California can be a great way to manage gender-specific issues while also addressing substance use. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a men’s program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.
Young Adult Rehab
Young adult rehabs in California address a wide range of substance use issues while also helping clients transition into adulthood. Whether you need detox, inpatient treatment, or outpatient care, a young adult program will offer specific support for your emotional, mental, and social needs.

Insurance Coverage

Self-pay options
Paying the full cost of rehab in California yourself is called self-pay. Some people write a check, some electronically send payment to the treatment center, and others get a medical loan. There may be different fee structures depending on the level of care.
Sliding scale payment assistance
How do you pay for rehab in California? A good option is to look for programs with a sliding scale payment plan. You may need to provide financial documentation for your income and family size, but the lower fees will make it much easier to get the care you need.

Levels of Care

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Inpatient Rehab
There are multiple options for addiction treatment in California. During inpatient treatment, you live at the facility and are able to focus on creating a new way of life. During inpatient treatment, clients are able to work on their recovery through counseling, activities, and holistic treatment like mindfulness, art therapy, and more.

Therapies

Group Therapy
Attending group therapy in California is a way to overcome shame and isolation, helping you establish long-term recovery. Substance use treatment includes detox, inpatient treatment, and outpatient care, and group therapy may be a part of each of these stages. The goal is to help clients support each other, provide accountability, and relate to each other’s experiences.
Individual Therapy
During individual therapy in California, clients work with a professional to address specific individual concerns. Some of the topics covered in individual therapy include developing healthy coping skills, addressing past events that may have played a part in substance use, and building a support network.
Recreational Therapy
The goal of recreational therapy in California is to help you learn to trust and work with others so you can create positive change. During recreational therapy, you’ll participate in games, obstacle courses, nature exposure, and more, so that you can learn healthy relationship-building and gain confidence in your ability to overcome challenges.