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⚜ Sober Living Homes · San Diego County, CA

We Do Recover.

"The Choice Is Yours" — and we're here when you make it.

SD Sober Living provides safe, structured sober living homes across San Diego County — in Santee and El Cajon — where real recovery from addiction and alcoholism happens through community, accountability, and genuine support every step of the way.

Text: 619-625-0769 ·  Email: info@sdsoberliving.org
SD Sober Living — Recovery Homes in San Diego, California
5+
Years Serving SD
200+
Residents Helped
IOP
Program Partners
24/7
Always Reachable
Why Choose Us

More Than a Place to Stay

A real home. A real community. Real recovery — built for people who are serious about staying sober.

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Safe & Clean Homes

Well-maintained, comfortable residences that feel like home — because comfort is the foundation of healing.

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IOP Partnerships

We work with multiple intensive outpatient programs that may offer financial assistance for qualifying residents.

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Accountability First

House meetings, peer support, and clear expectations — everyone here is working toward the same goal as you.

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Multiple Locations

Homes across San Diego County so you stay connected to your treatment team, family, and support network.

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Fast Response

Call, text, or email any time. We respond quickly — because when someone is ready, every hour matters.

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Flexible Payments

Cash pay always welcome. IOP assistance available. We work hard to make sober living financially accessible.

Admissions

Four Simple Steps

The path to your new home is straightforward — because one less barrier can change everything.

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Reach Out

Call, text, or fill out our form. We respond the same day — often within hours.

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Quick Conversation

A brief, no-pressure call to understand your situation and find the right fit.

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Review Details

We walk you through house rules, costs, and what to bring — no surprises.

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Welcome Home

You join a community of people committed to the same journey as you.

Nick Deren, Founder of SD Sober Living — sober living homes in San Diego
Nick Deren
Founder & Owner, SD Sober Living
6+
Years Sober
5+
Years Running SDSL
200+
Lives Impacted
"I built SD Sober Living because I know firsthand what it means to need a safe place to land — and what the right home and community can make possible."
Our Story

Built by Someone
Who's Been There

SD Sober Living was built on a simple belief: every person in recovery deserves a safe, structured, and genuinely supportive place to call home. Not a facility. A home.

Our founder started this journey after experiencing the challenges of finding quality sober living firsthand. After years in recovery, they made it their mission to create the kind of homes they wished had existed — places where people are treated with dignity, where accountability is built on community rather than fear, and where lasting recovery can happen.

Today, SD Sober Living operates multiple homes across San Diego County. We work alongside IOP programs, families, counselors, and treatment centers to make the transition into sober living as smooth and supported as possible.

  • Dignity FirstEveryone who walks through our door is met with respect, not judgment.
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    Real CommunityRecovery doesn't happen alone. We foster genuine connection between every resident.
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    Safety & StructureClear expectations and a stable environment give people the foundation to grow.
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    Hope in ActionWe don't just believe in recovery — we see it happen here every single day.
Where We Are

Homes Across San Diego

Placed throughout San Diego County to keep you connected to your support system and treatment partners.

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Santee
📍 Santee, CA 92071
Men's HomeIOP AccessMedi-Cal
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Santee
📍 Santee, CA 92072
Men's HomeIOP AccessMedi-Cal
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El Cajon
📍 El Cajon, CA 92021
Men's HomeIOP Partners

Real-time availability: 619-334-9869 or text 619-625-0769

📍 Exact addresses provided after intake call · Open in Google Maps ↗

Financial Assistance

Don't Let Cost Stop You

Financial barriers shouldn't stand between someone and sobriety. We've built partnerships and options specifically to help more people access the housing they need.

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IOP Financial Assistance

We partner with IOPs that may offset rent for enrolled clients. Eligibility typically requires Medi-Cal / state insurance enrollment.

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Medi-Cal Accepted

California state insurance may unlock financial assistance through our IOP partnerships. Email us to quickly determine eligibility.

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Cash Pay Always Welcome

No insurance? No problem. We welcome cash-pay clients and discuss pricing directly — call us anytime.

Community Voices

Words From Our Residents

Real words from people who walked through our doors — and kept walking forward.

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What a great place to stay while maintaining sobriety! Great job SD Sober Living. You were there for me when no one else was!

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Dominique
SD Sober Living Resident · Facebook
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The house gave me structure and community at the same time. Being around people who genuinely want to see you succeed makes all the difference in early recovery.

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Michael
Former Resident · 18 months sober
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The IOP partnership made it financially possible for me to stay. Without that, I don't know where I would have gone after treatment. This place genuinely changed my life.

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James
Current Resident
FAQ

Common Questions

Can't find your answer? We're always happy to talk — no pressure, no judgment.

Reach Us Directly

💬 619-625-0769 (text)

The fastest way is to call 619-334-9869 or text 619-625-0769. You can also fill out the inquiry form on this page or email info@sdsoberliving.org. We respond the same day, often within a few hours.

We work with IOP programs that can offer financial assistance toward rent for clients enrolled in a qualifying program with Medi-Cal. We also welcome cash-pay clients directly. Contact us to find out what applies to your situation.

All residents are expected to maintain sobriety, attend house meetings, complete assigned responsibilities, and treat fellow housemates with respect. All rules are reviewed during intake so expectations are clear from day one.

Personal belongings, twin-size bedding, toiletries, any prescribed medications in original pharmacy bottles, and first week's payment. We'll send you a full checklist when your room is confirmed.

We have homes serving different demographics. Availability changes as rooms open up — give us a call and we'll tell you exactly what we have right now for your situation.

Not necessarily. IOP enrollment may help with financial assistance, but it is not a hard requirement for all of our homes. Tell us your situation and we'll let you know what's available to you.

Absolutely. Family support is a cornerstone of long-term recovery. We encourage visits within structured visiting guidelines — details are covered during your intake process.

Get in Touch

Let's Talk About Your Next Step

Ready to move in or just looking into options — we're here, judgment-free. Fill out the form or reach us directly any time of day or night.

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Service Area
All of San Diego County

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