First Step Recovery Coed Recovery Home

About this Recovery Home

First Step Recovery is a sober living home in Burlington, Vermont, offering a supportive and structured environment for adults working toward long-term recovery. Located on North Avenue, this sober house provides a stable residential setting designed to help residents focus on personal growth, accountability, and healthy routines. The home emphasizes community living and shared responsibility, creating an atmosphere where people in recovery can feel supported while rebuilding their lives.

This recovery home is situated in a residential area of Burlington, VT, with access to everyday necessities and community resources. Residents benefit from living in a sober home that balances structure with independence, encouraging participation in recovery-focused activities while also supporting work, school, or volunteer commitments. The setting is designed to feel welcoming and respectful, helping residents establish consistency and confidence as they move forward in sober living.

Inside the home, residents share common living areas that encourage connection and peer support. Shared kitchens and gathering spaces allow for daily interaction and house engagement, while clearly defined expectations help maintain a safe and recovery-oriented environment. The home promotes accountability through community standards and routines, supporting individuals who are committed to maintaining sobriety and personal responsibility.

Key features of this sober living home may include:

• A structured sober living environment that supports accountability and daily routines

• Shared common spaces that foster peer support and community connection

• A recovery-focused household culture emphasizing respect and responsibility

• Access to essential amenities that support day-to-day living

• A Burlington, Vermont location with proximity to employment, services, and recovery resources

First Step Recovery provides a sober house setting intended for individuals seeking a stable recovery home during a transitional period. By offering structure, peer connection, and a calm residential atmosphere, this sober living home supports residents as they build the skills and habits needed for sustained recovery in Burlington, VT.

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. FSRH MISSION First Step Recovery House (FSRH) is a Non-Profit 501(c) (3) registered, sober house located in Burlington, VT. Our primary mission is helping individuals with addiction problems to lead successful alcohol/drug free lives. This program emphasizes the residents' participation in AA/NA group meetings, working the steps of the AA/NA program, close interaction with a sponsor and involvement in FSRH activities.