WOMEN’S SOBER LIVING AT THE HB COTTAGES
Caring & Structured Environment • Great Support • Inspirational Experience
A SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE SOBER EXPERIENCE
The Cottages sober living for women has provided affordable housing for those in recovery since 2004. Located in Huntington Beach, California, our sober living environment provides support and structure for those who are in their first year of sobriety. Whether integrating back into society through employment, volunteering, attending school, or receiving outpatient treatment services, The Cottages will help you achieve your goals by providing the perfect setting for early recovery.
Getting Serious About Recovery
We take providing a safe & inspirational setting for recovery very seriously. The staff at The Cottages works closely with the residents to help them thrive in recovery. There is structure at The Cottages that requires the women who live there to take an active role in their recovery ‘program’ so that they grow and continue hitting consecutive sobriety milestones. Attendance at 12-Step meetings is required, as is being proactive about your education or professional career. Contact us to learn more about the experience of living at our sober home.
ABOUT HUNTINGTON BEACH
Huntington Beach, also known as Surf City USA, is world renowned for its eight-mile-long stretch of ocean along Pacific Coast Highway where residents are able to enjoy the sunny southern California weather all year long. Huntington Beach offers many events and activities such as:
• frequent surfing competitions
• many different types of beaches that feature calm waves up to world class surf
• volleyball tournaments
• trails for bicycling that run along Huntington Beach’s boardwalk and the Santa Ana River
• Dog Beach (a mile long stretch of beach dedicated to dogs for playing)
• golf
• frisbee golf
• Equestrian Center for horse back riding
• Huntington Beach Central Library
• Huntington Beach Playhouse for seasonal plays
AMENITIES & ACCOMMODATIONS
Huntington Beach offers many events and activities such as yearly surfing competitions, volleyball tournaments, and trails for bicycling that run along Huntington Beach’s boardwalk and the Santa Ana River, and Dog Beach, which is a mile long stretch of beach dedicated to dogs for playing. Other popular activities enjoyed by Huntington Beach visitors and residents are golf, disc golf, located in Huntington Beach Central Park, as is the Equestrian Center for horse back riding, Dog Park, and Huntington Beach Central Library which houses the Huntington Beach Playhouse for seasonal plays. Huntington Beach Central Park is the largest city-owned park in Orange County and consists of 350 acres of land. There are duck ponds for fishing or visual entertainment, outdoor concerts during the summer, a nature center, and miles of walking paths for a stroll in the park.
Orange County Sober Residences and Sober Living in Huntington Beach provide recovering guests with an alcohol and drug free living environment that are governed by a uniform standard set of practices. The rules of conduct are explained upon entry which include house rules, curfews, drug testing schedule, meeting requirements, chores, and respect for the environment and other house guests and where an understanding of zero-tolerance for alcohol and drug use is established. Peer Coordinators are present as role models to help in this process as well as care for the safety and cleanliness of the facility.
All of our Sober Living homes are structured, clean, centrally located close to public transportation, outpatient treatment service, places of employment, colleges, neighborhood parks, and stores that provide necessary amenities. These sober environments offer the structure, support, accountability, and life skills that are required to build a firm foundation for a productive life. The Head of Household and Peer Coordinators help provide a safe and comfortable environment by enforcing house rules; otherwise, guests may backslide at this most critical point in their healing process. Ongoing support from both peers and Peer Coordinators help individuals transition into productive lives.
The Cottages are members of the Orange County Sober Living Coalition, which is an organization that provides an oversight of quality, safety and credibility for sober living in the Orange County area. We are also a member of NARR (National Association of Recovery Residences).
Huntington Beach, also known as Surf City USA, is world renowned for its eight-mile-long stretch of ocean along Pacific Coast Highway where residents are able to enjoy the sunny southern California weather all year long.
TESTIMONIALS
REQUIREMENTS
• Remain drug and alcohol free; drug testing required.
• Follow the 12-step program and work with a sponsor/spiritual adviser.
• Follow house rules.
• Attend at least three 12-step meetings per week and all weekly house meetings.
• All guests of our sober living homes must be either attend treatment, work or look for work, volunteer, attend school, or do something productive to positively enhance one’s future. It is our experience that unstructured idle time can be cause for relapse as well as stunting ones progress.
RECOVERY LIFESTYLE
Huntington Beach, also known as Surf City USA, is world renowned for its eight-mile-long stretch of ocean along Pacific Coast Highway where residents are able to enjoy the sunny southern California weather all year long.
Huntington Beach offers many events and activities such as yearly surfing competitions, volleyball tournaments, and trails for bicycling that run along Huntington Beach’s boardwalk and the Santa Ana River, and Dog Beach, which is a mile long stretch of beach dedicated to dogs for playing. Other popular activities enjoyed by Huntington Beach visitors and residents are golf, disc golf, located in Huntington Beach Central Park, as is the Equestrian Center for horse back riding, Dog Park, and Huntington Beach Central Library which houses the Huntington Beach Playhouse for seasonal plays. Huntington Beach Central Park is the largest city-owned park in Orange County and consists of 350 acres of land. There are duck ponds for fishing or visual entertainment, outdoor concerts during the summer, a nature center, and miles of walking paths for a stroll in the park.
Along with the many activities offered in Huntington Beach, there are many recovery meetings, including music meetings, young people’s meetings, and speaker meetings, as well as a plethora of recovery related activities like Celebrate Recovery, AA and NA conventions, dances, and seasonal events. For long-term recovery to take place, it is essential that those seeking a new way of life are engaged in activities and events that are healthy, positive, and self-fulfilling. Orange County Recovery supports and believes in the effective spiritual design for living that is offered through the 12-steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.
RECOVERY IMPACT
Recovery from addiction is a transformative journey, especially for women who often face unique challenges. In Huntington Beach, California, women’s sober living homes provide a lifeline for those seeking a safe and supportive environment on their path to sobriety. These homes offer hope, empowerment, and recovery.
Women’s sober living homes address the specific needs of female individuals by providing a secure space where they can heal without distractions or potential triggers found in co-ed facilities. This gender-specific approach fosters a sense of community and understanding among residents, allowing them to support each other effectively. Moreover, sober living guests may continue the therapeutic process of professional help with an out-patient program while living at the sober living home for trauma-informed care, recognizing that many women in recovery have experienced trauma. This approach creates a therapeutic environment that aids in the healing process.
Beyond safety and support, we empower residents to regain control of their lives and find purpose in sobriety. They provide valuable resources and support for women to regain their independence, pursue education or employment opportunities, and develop essential life skills. The structured environment of these homes assists individuals in establishing routines necessary for building healthier habits and lifestyles.
The benefits of women’s sober living extend far beyond sobriety. They offer a pathway to improved self-esteem, the mending of strained relationships, better physical and mental health, and empowerment to pursue long-forgotten dreams. In this supportive environment, recovering women not only regain their footing but also find a renewed sense of purpose in helping others on their journey to sobriety.
HOUSE PARENTS
Cynthia Vines
The Cottages Senior House Parent
Prior to working in the recovery field, Cynthia worked in the medical industry in a laboratory setting involving cancer research. Originally from the East Coast, Cynthia came to California several years ago for a personal experience with addiction treatment. After a deeply rewarding volunteer position at a women’s recovery home, she decided to change careers and continue her involvement in the recovery field. In 2017, Cynthia became a Senior House Mom at The Cottages. She is committed and passionate about her role and remains dedicated to helping others as they seek lasting recovery.
HELP IS ONE STEP AWAY
If you or someone you love is struggling with an active addiction, then call us or fill out the form to the right so that our intake team can assess your situation and make recommendations on next steps. The Cottages sober living house is affiliated with Orange County Recovery, which is a group of programs that provide acute to outpatient addiction treatment. Regardless of your current situation, we have training and resources to provide information and recommendations about possible next steps.
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