17 May 2022•Recovery Residences | Policies
Building Recovery: State Policy Guide for Supporting Recovery Housing
Over the past decade, and especially in the last two years, there has been growing...
17 May 2022•Websites
National Alliance for Recovery Residences
The National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR) is a 501-c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding the availability of well-operated, ethical and supportive recovery housing. We have developed the most widely referenced national standard for the operation of recovery residences. We work with and support 30 state affiliate organizations. NARR and these organizations collectively support over 25,000 persons in addiction recovery who are living in over 2,500 certified recovery residences throughout the United States.Our mission is...
17 Oct 2021•Recovery Residences
Demonstrating the Value of Recovery Housing
In January 2021, the National Council for Mental Wellbeing hosted a technical expert panel (TEP)...
01 Jul 2021•Recovery Residences
Recovery Newsletter NIMBY Best Practices
NIMBY stands for "Not in my Backyard" and typically refers to development opponents fearful of...
01 Mar 2021•FAQ
What is a recovery residence?
Recovery residences provide a homelike setting for individuals recovering from alcohol and substance use disorders by offering peer support; an environment that prohibits the use of alcohol, illegal use of prescription drugs or other illegal substances; assistance with support services and community resources; and is based on Social Model principles. This philosophy promotes norms that reinforce healthy living skills and associated values, attitudes, and connection with self and community for sustaining recovery....
01 Mar 2021•FAQ
Are recovery residences effective and based on best practice?
Research has shown that individuals with substance use disorder who utilize recovery residences demonstrate a greater chance of achieving long-term recovery than those who do not live in a recovery oriented environment. Evidence demonstrates decreased substance use, reduced probability of relapse, lower rates of incarceration, increased employment, and improved family functioning. Further, VTARR and NARR certification standards embrace evidence-based approaches including best practices established by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). ...
