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Transitional Housing and Sober Living in San Mateo, CA: Find a Safe Place to Live and Recover

Types of transitional housing listed.

- 3/4 houses: Sober living homes that help you transition back to your normal life.
- Sober Living Homes: Homes where residents recover from substance abuse.
- Halfway Houses: Variety of homes that can assist residents with substance abuse issues, emaotional issues, physical issues and to transition back to society.
- Reentry Programs: Hard to find residential re-entry programs.

Our listings include: government run, privately owned, non profit transitional housing resources. We work closely with many transitional housing programs who provide us with their latest details and costs. View the full details on our listing details pages. Where possible we provide prices and details such as sliding fee scale, free programs.

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Transitional housing is a short-term housing solution that provides support services to help people get back on their feet. It can be a good option for people who are homeless, leaving an abusive relationship, or have recently been released from prison.

Transitional housing programs typically offer a variety of services, such as:

  • Affordable housing
  • Case management
  • Employment assistance
  • Life skills training
  • Support groups
What is sober living?
Sober living is a type of transitional housing that is specifically designed for people who are recovering from addiction. It provides a supportive environment where people can focus on their recovery and learn to live sober.
Sober living programs typically offer the same services as transitional housing programs, but they also offer additional services, such as:
  • Peer support
  • 12-step meetings
  • Drug testing
  • Relapse prevention

List of Transitional Housing in San Mateo, CA

Eligibility requirements and availability for transitional housing programs vary. It is important to contact each program directly to learn more about their specific requirements.
  • St. Vincent De Paul Society San Mateo Email Website Learn more 50 North B Street
    San Mateo, CA - 94401
    (650) 373-0622
    SVdP's Peninsula Family Resource Center (PFRC) is a homelessness prevention program, whose mission is to assist with basic survival necessities & wellness support to families & individuals at risk of homelessness. The primary focus of PFRC is to prevent the devastating effects & traumatic costs of homelessness which include physical/mental health issues, loss of days at jobs, & missed school days .. see more
  • Cora (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse) Email Website Learn more 2211 Palm Avenue
    San Mateo, CA - 94403
    (650) 652-0800
    Supportive Housing program provides transitional and permanent housing for 1 to 3 years for individuals and families impacted by intimate partner abuse. The transitional housing program provides survivors and their children with up to one year of housing at no cost. In lieu of rent, clients commit to saving a portion of their income for use after leaving the program .. see more
  • Project Ninety Inc Email Website Learn more 720 South B Street
    San Mateo, CA - 94541
    (650) 579-7881
    Project Ninety is a ninety day residential substance abuse treatment program for adult men and women with facilities in four Northern California counties (Santa Clara, San Mateo, San Francisco and Napa). .. see more
  • LifeMoves | First Step for Families Email Website Learn more 325 Villa Terrace
    San Mateo, CA - 94401
    (650) 340-8814
    LifeMoves programs teach homeless adults the life skills they need to find a rapid and lasting return to stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency. For homeless families with children, their additional goal is to inspire children (and their parents) to aim for higher education to increase their opportunity to earn higher wages which will enable them to become more financially secure as adults. .. see more


Area Transitional Housing Locations

Due to the low number of listings in San Mateo, we have added area listings below. All listings are within 30 miles of San Mateo.
  • Action Housing Email Website Learn more 2236 San Carlos Ave
    San Carlos, CA - 94070
    (650) 533-1335
    Offer many co-ed, SLEs that are located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Action Housing LLC provides Transitional/Sober Living Environments (SLEs) for alcoholics and addicts that are focused on strengthening their recovery in a supportive 12-step based environment. Action Housing LLC currently operates 10 Sober Living Environments on The Peninsula an... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 4.07 miles from San Mateo
  • LifeMoves | Maple Street Email Website Learn more 1580A Maple Street
    Redwood City, CA - 94063
    (650) 364-1150
    This LifeMoves facility provides emergency and transitional housing for single men and women. LifeMoves programs teach homeless adults the life skills they need to find a rapid and lasting return to stable housing and long term self sufficiency.... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 6.51 miles from San Mateo
  • San Mateo County Service League Email Website Learn more 727 Middlefield Rd
    Redwood City, CA - 94063
    (650) 364-4664
    The Service League of San Mateo County has provided transitional housing opportunities for over two decades through their Hope House program. They have two homes for women, and three homes for men. They ensure a safe, clean and nurturing environment for all residents in homes located in residential settings throughout Redwood City. Their tra... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 6.54 miles from San Mateo
  • LifeMoves | Redwood Family House Email Website Learn more 110 Locust Street
    Redwood City, CA - 94061
    (650) 364-8264
    Redwood Family House provides interim shelter and supportive services to ten families experiencing homelessness. LifeMoves programs teach homeless adults the life skills they need to find a rapid and lasting return to stable housing and long-term self-sufficiency. For homeless families with children, their additional goal is to inspi... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 7.56 miles from San Mateo
  • Mental Health Association Of San Mateo County Email Website Learn more 2686 Spring Street
    Redwood City, CA - 94063
    (650) 368-3345
    The Mental Health Association of San Mateo County has a long history of developing affordable housing for individuals with mental illness in San Mateo County. Since 1986, MHA has constructed and/or purchased/rehabilitated emergency, transitional and permanent housing sites for individuals with serious mental illness to provide the appropria... .. see more
    Transitional Housing Location:: 7.60 miles from San Mateo

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Tips for choosing a transitional housing or sober living program

When choosing a transitional housing or sober housing program, it's important to consider the following factors:
1. Types of services offered: Make sure the program offers the services you need. For example, if you're looking for a sober housing program, make sure the program offers peer support and 12-step meetings.
2. Eligibility requirements: Some transitional housing and sober housing programs have eligibility requirements, such as income limits or sobriety requirements. Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements before you apply to a program.
3. Location: Consider where you want to live. Some transitional housing and sober housing programs are located in urban areas, while others are located in rural areas.
4. Cost: Transitional housing and sober housing programs can vary in cost. Make sure you can afford the cost of the program before you move in.

What to expect when you move into transitional housing or sober housing.
- When you move into transitional housing or sober housing, you can expect to live in a shared environment. You will also be expected to follow the program's rules and regulations.
- Most transitional housing and sober housing programs have a curfew and require residents to participate in chores. Some programs also require residents to attend support groups and/or submit to drug testing. Conclusion

Transitional housing and sober housing can be a great way to get back on your feet and start living a sober and healthy life. If you're looking for transitional housing or sober housing, use the tips in this guide to find a program that's right for you.

More Options to Get In To Transitional Housing

If you cannot find a listing from our list above some further options for you are:
1. Contact the San Mateo local government or social service agencies. Many cities also have Housing and Community Development Departments that should be able to help.
2. Ask your doctor or therapist for a referral. Your doctor or therapist may be able to refer you to a transitional housing program in your area.



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