Lighthouse

About Lighthouse

Lighthouse is a well-established recovery housing provider in Fort Collins, Colorado that offers structured, supportive sober living environments for individuals committed to ongoing recovery from substance use. Rooted in a mission to foster safe, positive, and substance-free living, Lighthouse supports residents through a combination of peer accountability, community connection, and intentional routine. Operating as a sober living provider, Lighthouse aims to help people in recovery build foundational life skills and strengthen their commitment to long-term sobriety within a recovery home that balances independence with structure.

At its core, Lighthouse understands that recovery from addiction is a journey that benefits from community, stability, and shared responsibility. The organization’s main sober living residence at 614 Mathews Street serves as a central hub for individuals seeking a recovery-oriented living environment in the Fort Collins area. Within this recovery home, residents experience a supportive atmosphere where expectations for accountability and participation in house routines help create a stable foundation for their sober paths. Household structure typically includes regular chores, engagement in peer support, in-house meetings, and shared expectations that promote mutual respect and healthy habits.

Being situated near Old Town Fort Collins provides residents with access to local recovery community resources, transportation options, and neighborhood amenities, reinforcing the home’s connection to recovery-focused social and professional opportunities. In this sober house setting, individuals work toward personal growth while benefiting from the local recovery ecosystem—even as the environment naturally encourages community interaction, job search engagement, and participation in support groups.

Lighthouse’s approach to sober living places a strong emphasis on community and shared experience. By fostering an environment where peers can support one another through challenges and successes, Lighthouse strengthens the sense of connection that is essential in recovery housing. Residents at Lighthouse are encouraged to take an active role in their recovery journeys, contributing to a supportive culture where respect, responsibility, and positive growth are central themes.

Throughout its history in Northern Colorado, Lighthouse has expanded its reach, offering multiple residences and initiatives that reflect an ongoing commitment to recovery housing and support. This includes graduate houses for continued support after initial residence and fundraising efforts aimed at expanding housing options, including women's recovery homes.

Lighthouse’s sober living model—grounded in community, accountability, and compassion—makes it a respected operator in the recovery housing landscape. By providing structured living environments and community support, Lighthouse works to ensure that individuals have a safe, welcoming place to continue their recovery journeys and build a solid foundation for long-term health and stability.