203.339.1191
WhoWe Serve
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We serve graduates of 30-, 60-, or 90-day programs. They enter our program able to live independently and harmoniously in a community sober living.
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Occasionally we accept some people who may only have completed detox but have a long history of residential treatment.
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We welcome those with co-occurring PTSD, depression and anxiety.
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We're not a clinical program but we're affiliated with Project Courage, Recovery Services, Mountainside, and High Watch for clinical support.
We're not geniuses, but we have decades of experience helping people recover. However, we do love to talk about research on the effectiveness of sober living or the social model of recovery.
What Else is Different About Right Path House
Community Support: We build a recovery community by design. In our workshops, dinners and weekend activities, plus our 12-step meetings. But why is community support so important? Only in community can you develop the skill sets necessary for continued recovery.
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Self-Awareness: Learning new coping strategies is a transformative process that often begins with self-awareness. It’s a journey of acknowledging vulnerabilities and committing to change, fostering a sense of empowerment and readiness for growth.
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Practice: Next comes the exploration and practice of new distraction and replacement techniques. Whether it’s mindfulness, journaling, physical exercise, or seeking support from others, individuals experiment with different approaches to see what resonates with them.
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Second Nature: As these coping strategies take root, consistency becomes key to making them second nature. Regular practice helps integrate these techniques into daily life, allowing you to respond to stress and challenges more effectively.
WHAT TO BRING. WHAT TO EXPECT
What to Expect
1 to 1 Recovery Coaching:
Art Experiences
Devine Equine Experiences
Sound Bath
Shared dinners
Workshops
12 Step/ Dharma meetings
Rides to 12 Step meetings
What to Bring
Please bring: clothes for one week, including both work and workout clothes, and laundry basket/detergent. Sports equipment, including helmet. Your resume. A week's worth of breakfast and lunch groceries. You'll purchase dinner for 10-14 (depending how many are in the house) for the one night every two weeks that you'll cook otherwise, your dinner is provided. Use our linens/towels or bring your own. According to the individual situation, you may bring electronics - including laptops.
No alcohol-based toiletries.
No candles.
No aerosols
What to Expect- Outside the House at the Gym
Membership at Coastal Fitness is open to all house members and staff. They offer Pilates, kick boxing, yoga, core training, barre and other classes in addition to their regular gym. There is also a sauna.
Length of Stay
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We require a 87 day minimum stay
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According to SAMSHA research, the most effective length of stay for sustainable recovery is at 14.2 months
How Share Dinners Work
Every evening we gather for a family-like dinner that one of us prepares with love and care. If you have dietary restrictions, we try to handle them like a family would and make accommodations. Because we take turns cooking every night, it reduces your food budget. Please also note that residents who have work or therapy may miss dinner, but we'll save you a plate to heat up later.
Intake
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we can complete an intake in two parts over the phone with a scheduled phone appointments at 203-339-1191.
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once a phone interview is complete, we set up a deposit to hold the bed and set a date and time for arrival.
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we would like you to know that most people are successful if they stay 6-12 months.
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during the second interview you are able to speak directly to members of the house.
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based on the clinical expertise of your current clinician, if it's not already completed, we will help set up your clinical plan prior to your arrival.
Test Services
We screen using both a 14-panel with
temperature including 72 hour ETG and breathylizing.
Bikes
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You may bring your bike and store it in the garage or use one of ours.
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Please supply your own helmet.
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You can get to anywhere you need to go like the grocery, Clinton Crossing or the beach.
What to Expect-
Work or School
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There is plenty of varied work or head to one of the seven institutes of higher education within 30 minutes of us, including three community colleges, Yale, UNH, and Southern Connecticut State University. Your coach can help you figure out and then follow your plans.
Colleges
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Right Path is surrounded by educational institutions within thirty minutes driving time or on the train line (35 minutes). Here are some links to the most commonly attended schools in our area: Free high school available for those under 21.
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Southern Connecticut State University
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Gateway Community College
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Fusion Academy (high school) or online through the state of Connecticut
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Three Oaks Community College
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Albertus Magnus
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University of New Haven
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Middlesex Community College
Cole the dog
AKC Chocolate Lab named Cole has aced his classes toward becoming a therapy dog. Well known for his tennis ball collection. He often hovers between couch potato and man of action. Nearly always available for walks, snuggling and sleep overs.
Payments
Payments are due every 4 weeks or 29 days. We use AUTOPAY and also accept Venmo, personal checks, cash, and credit card with a 3.5% convenience charge. Depending on the room, the cost runs from 1750 to 2750. There is a non-refundable 250 administrative fee.
How Equine Works
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We travel to the horse farm to groom and bond with the horses. The horse is unencumbered by ego. He doesn't play games or have power trips. He just wants to know if he can trust you.
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People often take riding lessons at their own cost at Westbrook Hunt Club and Rivendell Farm.
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Equine Therapy is offered from another "Stable Ground"
Peer-Driven Recreation
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Some of the activities do cost extra, but most are free, like biking and hiking!
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We invite you every weekend to join in the fun, but we understand you may have family or work constraints.
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We're a vacation spot in the middle of a natural treasure.
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There's already too much to list, while our house members are often busy coming up with new ones.
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Bring hiking boots or good sneakers. A helmet.
Coaching
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Daily guidance when you need it for the little things.
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Information to make big decisions.
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Setting up a schedule.
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Job hunting and maintaining.
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Crisis help during an emotional rollercoaster ride or a difficult day.
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Accountability for meeting attendance and step work