Anybody is the Clean and Sober Housing Market?

Question

I would love to chat more with people who are successfully running clean and sober houses for recovering addicts. I'm looking into entering this market and am struggling with the "numbers"... vacancy rates, cost of doing business, type of business entity, etc...

Michael

Deanna McCormick · Answer

http://mnsoberhomes.org/  This is an organization of over 20 sober houses in Minnesota run by private people. they formed a organization to help each other.

this is a interesting part of a growing need for assisted type of housing.

Just thought I'd pass the info along..your state might have a similar organization that could give assistance in figuring out how to start a similar type of housing situation.

Bettina F. · Answer

I have a family member who was in one of these. They would be a good use for an older but serviceable `house.  His house was NOT governed by normal LL/tenant laws  -- if the resident did not follow the house rules they were immediately evicted.  Rooms were basically furnished -- beds. dressers, shared bath and kitchen.  Extra refrigerators in the kitchen.  On site manager.  The house my family member was in was associated with a church, and had on site AA meetings.  You will need to work to have good relations with the neighbors, but it is a needed service.   Residents were placed from county detox and hospitals  -- many were on SSI or state assistance.  Good luck.

Doug Woodville · Answer

Or funded by the state/Fed?

Clarissa Butler · Answer

I'm also interested to hear anyone's experience. I would expect most houses are funded by foundations or charities?

Rolanda Eldridge · Answer

@Michael Conway..Interesting.  I met an investor renting rooms weekly, but not aware of this type of business.  Looking forward to feedback...