The Houses of Extra Measures - 23rd Street House for Men

A structured sober living residence, the 23rd Street House for Men is part of The Houses of Extra Measures and focuses on opioid use disorder in a MOUD-specific peer setting. The NARR/TROHN Level III home bridges the period between inpatient treatment and independent living. Residents follow house expectations, participate in recovery activities, and live with on-site staff oversight in a 14-bed home in Houston Heights.

Structured Recovery and Accountability

On-site staff provide recovery coaching with weekly planning, resource guidance, accountability, and practical recovery goals. Residents attend recovery meetings, join weekly house meetings, complete random drug testing, and follow a zero-tolerance policy. Daily expectations also include working, volunteering, job searching, meeting with a sponsor, or completing other activities tied to personal goals. Admission requires participation in an intensive outpatient program (IOP) and a current MOUD prescription.

Daily Structure for 6-12 Months

Weekdays begin with morning meditation and include resident-prepared dinners, evening wrap-up, and curfew. Residents also complete assigned chores and follow a schedule that limits television during daytime hours unless they are off work. The program recommends a stay of at least 6 months and allows up to 12 months. The home provides internet, computers, and large-screen TVs, with access to nearby public transportation and recovery meetings.