Sober Housing

Quest Center proudly offers transitional, sober housing for LGBTQIA2S+ and HIV+ clients in our FSR Program.

Research suggests LGBTQIA2S+ people — and most prominently transgender people — experience higher rates of substance use disorder, depression, and other mental health conditions. These are often directly tied to stigma, discrimination, and family rejection. Finding supportive housing while engaging in treatment can be extremely difficult for these community members. A lack of housing can hinder one's success in early recovery.

Our hope is to improve housing and health outcomes by reducing the risk factors that lead to homelessness for these historically marginalized communities. Early recovery can be painful and isolating, often necessitating a departure from known places and people. This can help individuals break the cycle of addiction in their lives.

What are sober living houses?

Sober living houses are facilities that provide safe and supportive living environments for those exiting substance abuse rehabilitation programs. They are temporary living arrangements that offer individuals a transitional space between their program and a more permanent residence.

What transitional housing program does Quest Center offer?

Quest Center offers a sober living arrangement called the Quest House. The Quest House is a partnership between Bridges to Change and Quest Center for Integrative Health. Quest House is culturally specific supportive housing for LGBTQIA2S+, HIV+ and non-binary individuals engaged in outpatient alcohol and drug treatment at Quest Center.

The Quest House can house nine individuals at a time. Our goal is to support the Quest House residents to make a successful transition back into the community. Through high-quality evidence-based treatment including mental health, acupuncture, exercise, nutrition, and case management, we empower individuals to become self-sufficient. By providing safe and sober housing, our community members can achieve healthy sober lives. The Quest House seeks to open a door to our most vulnerable clients as they transition into recovery.

How long can I stay in transitional housing?

The length of stay for Quest House sober living residents is approximately 6 months. 

During their tenancy at the Quest House, individuals work with the Housing Case Manager to develop a supportive housing plan that identifies and supports the removal of barriers they experience to obtaining and sustaining permanent housing.

For more information contact the Housing Case Manager at 503-238-5203 or complete a Client Interest Form. You can also learn more about other FSR addiction services available at Quest Center.