Success Stories of Our Sober Living Alumni

Don’t Take Our Word – Here’s What People Like You Have to Say About Real Recovery

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Sobriety Is What YOU Make It. These People Are Succeeding!

Anyone can recover from a life-long battle struggling against their addiction—if you are honest, open, and willing follow some simple instructions. Real Recovery cannot keep you sober but sure as hell can help you stay sober.

Hundreds of people have recovered after successfully completing our sober living program. We aren’t taking credit, it’s all their higher power (whatever that is) and the diligent hard work they put in to recreate their best self.

If you’re still unsure whether a sober life can be a fun and successful one, check out our residents’ success stories. You might find that you have something in common.

What We Offer You

Individualized treatment for addiction
Joint Commission accredited, Florida Dept of Children & Families Licensed, & FARR Certified
Verified by Psychology Today
Largest sober living facility in Florida
Multiple treatment locations in Florida
Programs run by licensed counselors and therapists
Outcomes tracked and measured
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Content reviewed by clinical director

Featured Sober Living Success Stories

Todd R

Sober Since:

🥳12/09/2019🤯

Todd and his twin brother caused havoc growing up. He was a heavy drinker for 20 years, until his life came to a screeching halt. Todd found the program of AA, which led him closer to a higher power. Today, he’s two years sober after facing his demons and finding God had bigger plans for him.

Terryle H

Sober Since:

🥳12/04/2017🤯

Terryle was a “functioning alcoholic” who struggled with binge drinking for nearly 30 years and finally accepted that he could no longer safely use if he wanted to succeed. Today, he’s three years sober, happily pursuing his dreams, and an up-and-coming artist.

Ryan B

Sober Since:

🥳06/27/2017🤯

A Tampa Florida native, started chasing prescription pills by 18 years old. Years later, his disease landed him in prison for drug charges. Today, Ryan is 5 years sober, has repaired the damaged relationships with his family and has become an example of what the gifts of sobriety can bring.

Rick W

Sober Since:

🥳10/20/2020🤯

A musician and surfer diagnosed with epilepsy. Always striving to function in society to avoid having to stop drinking. Until, an alumni came to help. Today, Rick is 2 years sober, advocating for zoom meetings in rural Florida. He works at a great accounting job and is constantly doing fun things in sobriety.

Pat D

Sober Since:

🥳11/17/2020🤯

Patrick battled addiction for several years in his 20s. It wasn’t until he was able to grasp on to hope that the program of recovery would work for him to have a better life. Today, he’s two years sober, happily diving out of planes, and an active member in our recovery community.

Moe K

Sober Since:

🥳06/17/2021🤯

A 2nd Generation Muslim immigrant, grew up in Virginia and at 17 years old started to drink alcoholically until he was 35. That’s when he discovered crack. Today, Moe is back with his wife and 2 children, and is the founding engineer of a Silicon Valley fintech startup. Recovery looks good on this coder!

Mike E

Sober Since:

🥳04/20/2018🤯

A skateboarder who became dependent on pain pills which led to prison time. How one accident led to full blown drug addiction. Today, Mike is four years sober with a career, friends, and a beautiful new family. All thanks to putting in the work and having faith that the 12 steps would work.

Mike D

Sober Since:

🥳09/21/2020🤯

Mike’s drinking at 10 years old was the beginning of lifelong battle. Opiates came into the picture at 18 years old along with a DUI. Today, Mike has nearly two years sober, he’s saving up to buy his first home with his long term girlfriend and continuing to keep Recovery at the forefront of his life today.

Marc A

Sober Since:

🥳04/09/2020🤯

Raised by a single mother, Marc struggled socially growing up, he started experimenting with drugs at age 12. From 22 to 40 years old reckless drug use consumed his life before sobriety stuck. Today, he’s two years sober, a licensed contractor, and most importantly an outstanding father to his son.

John C

Sober Since:

🥳03/05/2016🤯

John battled addiction for several years in his 20s. It wasn’t until he finally accepted the program of recovery and was willing to do anything to create a better life. Today, he’s five years sober, happy, married, successful in life, and a pillar in our recovery community.

Joe S

Sober Since:

🥳12/08/2021🤯

Born in Michigan and at 13 years old he moved to Florida, by 14, he started experimenting with drugs. After the sudden passing of his daughter, Joe’s addiction went further down a deep hole of despair. Today, Joe is happily employed in the medical field and has a new lease on life!

Joe A

Sober Since:

🥳09/24/2018🤯

Tampa Bay native, born into an addicted household. Started drinking and smoking weed at 13 years old, by 18 he discovered opiates, at 30 years old things started to take turn for the worst. Today, he’s four years sober, a devout Bucs fan, a present friend, and an inspiring son.

What Our Residents Have to Say

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Why Ambitious People Choose Us

Real Recovery is a growing community of sober living homes located in the Tampa Bay area. Our properties are located throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota County). We offer a safe environment where individuals who are serious about recovering from the seemingly hopeless disease of alcoholism and addiction can build a new way of life filled with purpose, among like-minded sober peers.

Nationally Recognized & Certified Recovery Residence

Real Recovery is a nationally recognized and certified sober living residence with onsite certified recovery specialists that are active members of a 12-step program.

Modern, Clean & Dignified Apartment-Style Living

Modern renovated apartment and townhome-style sober living homes with all the amenities residents need to succeed in sobriety and maintain gainful employment.

Reinforce Accountability with Random Drug Tests

Random breathalyzers, drug tests, and curfew checks ensures our sober living program provides a clean environment, where everyone is accountable for their recovery.

We're Driven To Succeed in Every Aspect of Life

Our clients work, attend school, or volunteer, and participate in Real Recovery’s community events. We are an active sober community with a sense of camaraderie.

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