Amethyst Women's Recovery House

About this Recovery House

Amethyst is a recovery house based in Staten Island, NY, offering a supportive environment for women in recovery from substance use disorder.

This recovery house provides a structured setting where individuals can focus on maintaining sobriety and transitioning into independent living. Commonly known as sober living homes or recovery residences, these homes are an integral part of the recovery journey for those leaving formal treatment programs.

At Amethyst, residents enjoy:

• A drug and alcohol-free living space.
• Guidance and peer connections within a recovery-focused community.
• Daily routines designed to encourage personal accountability.
• Access to recovery resources in Staten Island, including counseling and job placement services.

Located in New York, Staten Island boasts a thriving recovery network, with numerous women-specific support meetings and services. Amethyst is committed to helping residents pursue lasting recovery in a structured and compassionate environment.

Contact us today to learn more about Amethyst and our approach to sober living.

Sober living homes are group residences for people who are recovering from addiction. In most instances, people who live in sober homes have to follow certain house rules and contribute to the home by doing chores. Most importantly, residents must stay sober throughout their stay in the home. Amethyst House was founded by Marilyn Cole and was incorporated in New York State in December 1981. From 1981 to 1990, Marilyn and a committee of dedicated and concerned citizens raised funds and awareness of the need for a community residence for women on Staten Island. In June of 1990, Amethyst House welcomed it's first resident. Amethyst House was established to provide a warm supportive and safe environment for women recovering from the effects of alcoholism and substance abuse. A prolonged chemical dependence is destructive to most women physically, emotionally and spiritually, it is important that they be afforded the time they need for recovery and self-renewal.