{"id":23850,"date":"2023-11-30T14:48:28","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T14:48:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/?p=23850"},"modified":"2026-01-08T10:57:34","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T10:57:34","slug":"masshousing-has-awarded-220-000-for-affordable-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/2023\/11\/30\/masshousing-has-awarded-220-000-for-affordable-2\/","title":{"rendered":"MassHousing has Awarded $220,000 for Affordable Sober Housing and Supportive Services in Massachusetts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Residents are linked to mutual aid, recovery activities and recovery advocacy opportunities. Written permission from the property owner of record (if the owner is other than the recovery residence operator) to operate a recovery residence on the property. Resident and staff orientations include how to greet and interact with neighbors and\/or concerned parties. Documentation that emergency contact information is collected from residents.<\/p>\n<h2>How MASH Certification Ensures Safe, Supportive Sober Housing in Massachusetts<\/h2>\n<p>In 2012 Shaun and his wife Teri founded RAD Racing, a program to help youth in Lowell learn respect, work ethic, and mechanical skills by building, designing, and racing 1\/24 slot cars. All participants must build, design, and race a car completely by themselves. Shaun gives credit to the YMCA, and Boys and Girls <a href=\"https:\/\/ecosoberhouse.com\/article\/mash-sober-living-eco-sober-house-is-now-mash-certified\/\">mash housing<\/a> Club for passing these skills on to him as a youth and feels that nurturing young minds in a world of skill and competitive activities is greatly missed today.<\/p>\n<div style='text-align:center'><iframe width='568' height='318' src='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/E5vw5_b_BX4' frameborder='0' alt='massachusetts association of sober housing' allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2>Certifying a sober house with MASH<\/h2>\n<p>The Massachusetts Alliance for Sober Housing (MASH) plays a critical role in supporting individuals in recovery by helping to ensure access to high-quality sober living environments across Massachusetts. The organization\u2019s core values emphasize health, home, purpose, and community, aligning closely with NARR\u2019s principles to foster environments that promote long-term recovery and personal growth. Massachusetts Alliance for Sober Housing (MASH) serves as the primary agency for accountability of all certified homes in Massachusetts. Our organization also provides supervision and training for sober homes, and maintains a database of more than 180 MASH-certified sober homes.MASH\u2019s recovery values emphasize health, home, purpose, and community. Successful sober homes establish and reinforce healthy lifestyles, provide a safe and stable place to live, conduct meaningful activities, and build relationships and social networks for support. Through our network of certified sober housing and empirically based recovery principles, MASH\u2019s goal is to help create and foster these safe living environments for those with substance use disorders.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Residents of sober homes are expected to abstain from alcohol and drug use, other than prescribed medications, and to refrain from prescription misuse.<\/li>\n<li>As a program accepted by many Vanderburgh Sober Living Chartered Operators, this program provides financial assistance to those under probation or parole supervision, helping them secure stable, structured housing in certified sober homes.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your sober home operates in line with Level II support, as defined by NARR.<\/li>\n<li>Evidence that residents have opportunities to be heard in the governance of the residence; however, decision making remains with the operator.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Best Practices for Massachusetts NARR State Affiliate<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class='aligncenter' style='display: block;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;' src=\"https:\/\/ecosoberhouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/shutterstock_387937450-400x250.jpg\" width=\"308px\" alt=\"massachusetts association of sober housing\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Operator will attest that electrical, mechanical, and structural components of the property are functional and free of fire and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bing.com\/search?q=Sober+living+home\">Sober living home<\/a> safety hazards. Policy prohibits the use of alcohol and\/or illicit drug use or seeking. Verification that kitchen and dining area(s) are large enough to accommodate all residents sharing meals together. Verification that a meeting space is large enough to accommodate all residents. Verification that furnishings are typical of those in single family homes or apartments as opposed to institutional settings.<\/p>\n<h2>Connect with nonprofit leaders<\/h2>\n<p>She is continuing to further her education and is committed to working with the Megan\u2019s House Foundation to expand services for young women with substance use disorders. Recovery houses offer an alcohol- and drug-free living environment for individuals recovering from substance use disorder. Recovery houses function as a supportive dwelling and do not provide rehabilitation, treatment, supervision, or dispensing or management of medications.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class='aligncenter' style='display: block;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;' src=\"https:\/\/ecosoberhouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/198a3a73-ac7d-4906-aead-7afd3e0bfaf0-scaled.jpg\" width=\"303px\" alt=\"massachusetts association of sober housing\"\/><\/p>\n<h2>Oxford House &#8211; Valinor<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>One of its key initiatives is providing Recovery Housing Scholarships, offering financial assistance for sober living arrangements to help individuals transition into a structured, supportive environment.<\/li>\n<li>Chapter 165, Section 37 of the Acts of 2014 required the Department of Public Health (DPH) to establish a process for the voluntary certification of alcohol and drug free (ADF) housing.<\/li>\n<li>Policy and procedures that ensure all residents are age eighteen or older at time of admission.<\/li>\n<li>Read more about the National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR), including its history, standards, and impact on recovery housing nationwide.<\/li>\n<li>This link includes an updated list of certified sober homes, the certification standards, a certification application for with instructions and how to file a grievance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are seeking services and have an insurance policy that is out of network, staff will contact your insurance company prior to receiving voluntary services to determine eligibility. Accurate, complete profiles best connect you with the right people for your services. Maintain your profile by updating your photos, video links, treatment services, and contact details to ensure optimal visibility. Personalized One-on-One MentorshipTurn your vision into reality with step-by-step coaching from seasoned recovery housing leaders. Build relationships with key people who manage and lead nonprofit organizations with GuideStar Pro.<\/p>\n<h2>A Comprehensive Guide to Grants, Scholarships, and Funding Options for Sober Living in Massachusetts<\/h2>\n<p>Since 2013, our expert team has built comprehensive resources you can trust to find the right treatment for you. This center accepts insurance, exact cost can vary depending on your plan and deductible. If you&#8217;re looking for  treatment, please browse the site to reach out to treatment centers directly. Keep your profile updated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lacitadelle.sakura.ne.jp\/wp\/sober-living\/hypertension-how-just-1-alcohol-drink-a-day-may-3\/\">https:\/\/www.lacitadelle.sakura.ne.jp\/wp\/sober-living\/hypertension-how-just-1-alcohol-drink-a-day-may-3\/<\/a> with photos, videos, services, and contact details to connect with the right people. If you\u2019re a treatment provider and have a question,  please reach out and someone from our Customer Success team will be in touch with you shortly. Recovery.com uses a standard procedure to make sure treatment provider profiles on our site are current and complete.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class='aligncenter' style='display: block;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;' src=\"https:\/\/ecosoberhouse.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/gratitude-recovery-alcohol-400x250.jpg\" width=\"308px\" alt=\"massachusetts association of sober housing\"\/><\/p>\n<p>If there are any changes to the sober home policies or sober home management, please notify MASH to update our files. An increase in beds will require an additional inspection to the sober home. (b) The bureau shall establish and provide for the administration of a voluntary training and accreditation program for operators of alcohol and drug free housing seeking certification under subsection (d). In July 2014, Bill H.1828 was passed into law mandating the monitoring and voluntary certification of MA Sober Homes. Chapter 165, Section 37 of the Acts of 2014 required the Department of Public Health (DPH) to establish a process for the voluntary certification of alcohol and drug free (ADF) housing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Residents are linked to mutual aid, recovery activities and recovery advocacy opportunities. Written permission from the property owner of record (if the owner is other than the recovery residence operator) to operate a recovery residence on the property. Resident and staff orientations include how to greet and interact with neighbors and\/or concerned parties. Documentation that &hellip; <br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/2023\/11\/30\/masshousing-has-awarded-220-000-for-affordable-2\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">MassHousing has Awarded $220,000 for Affordable Sober Housing and Supportive Services in Massachusetts<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[641],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23850","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-sober-living"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23850","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23850"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23850\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23851,"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23850\/revisions\/23851"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23850"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23850"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elitecargobd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23850"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}