Voyager Recovery Center in Lake Forest, CA provides referrals and resources for trusted sober living homes to support clients transitioning from treatment to independent recovery.
Sober living offers structure, accountability, and community—helping individuals maintain sobriety after detox, residential treatment, PHP, or IOP.
What is sober living? A drug- and alcohol-free living environment that supports recovery through daily routines, peer support, testing, meetings, and lifestyle structure.
Voyager partners only with vetted, licensed sober living homes in Lake Forest and Orange County that meet high standards of safety, professionalism, and recovery support.
Clients receive personalized guidance, insurance coordination, and aftercare planning to ensure smooth transitions and continued connection to Voyager’s alumni network.
For many individuals completing residential or outpatient addiction treatment, the next step in the recovery journey is finding a safe, stable, and supportive environment to continue healing. That’s where sober living comes in.
While Voyager Recovery Center in Lake Forest, California, does not directly operate sober living homes, we proudly provide referrals, resources, and alumni support to help clients transition smoothly into this next phase of recovery with Lake Forest sober living. Our goal is to ensure that each person leaving our rehab center in Lake Forest has access to the structure, accountability, and community they need to maintain long-term recovery and lasting wellness.
Sober living homes—sometimes called recovery residences—bridge the gap between intensive treatment and full independence. These homes provide a structured environment for individuals recovering from substance use disorders, alcohol addiction, or co-occurring mental health challenges.
Unlike traditional inpatient or residential treatment, sober living focuses on daily routines, personal responsibility, and building life skills. Residents live among peers who are also committed to sobriety, offering peer support and a sense of accountability that reinforces positive habits.
Sober living can be a transformative step for individuals who have completed medical detox, residential treatment, or intensive outpatient programs (IOP) and need continued structure before fully reintegrating into everyday life.
Transitioning directly from a treatment center to independent living can feel overwhelming. Without the built-in structure of daily therapy or constant supervision, many people find it challenging to manage triggers, cravings, and stress on their own.
At Voyager Recovery Center, we recognize that early recovery is a vulnerable time. Our team helps each loved one and client find trusted sober living partners throughout Lake Forest and Orange County, ensuring continuity of care after completing our evidence-based treatment programs.
Whether you’re reaching out for yourself or someone you love, you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to listen, to guide, and to help you take that first step toward something better. Call us, ask questions, or just talk things through — no expectations, no pressure. Healing starts with a conversation. Let’s have it.
While sober living focuses on housing and lifestyle structure, outpatient and aftercare services focus on continued clinical support. Many clients benefit from combining the two—living in a sober home while attending therapy or counseling sessions through a Voyager outpatient program.
Outpatient and Aftercare Services at Voyager include:
Voyager’s aftercare team stays connected with graduates, offering ongoing guidance and referrals to sober living homes that align with each person’s treatment plan, location, and financial circumstances.
A quality sober living home provides more than a roof—it provides structure, safety, and the opportunity to rebuild one’s life. While specific rules and routines vary, most reputable sober living homes in Lake Forest share these features:
This combination of independence and structure helps residents stay focused on well-being while rebuilding their confidence and identity outside of active addiction.
Lake Forest, located in the heart of Orange County, offers an ideal backdrop for continued recovery. With its mild climate, safe neighborhoods, and close proximity to beaches and hiking trails, it provides the calm and serenity many people need to focus on healing.
Voyager’s connections throughout Southern California include trusted sober living homes that align with our standards of safety, professionalism, and integrity. We only refer clients to homes that:
Whether you’re a young adult seeking peer community or an executive needing privacy and balance, Voyager can help match you with a sober living environment that fits your lifestyle and recovery needs.
At Voyager, we don’t see discharge day as the end of treatment—it’s the start of a new phase in recovery. That’s why our aftercare specialists provide hands-on help with referrals, insurance coverage verification, and planning for the next step.
Benefits of working with Voyager’s referral network include:
By staying involved through aftercare, our clinical team ensures that every client continues to receive the right level of care for their stage of recovery.
You or your loved one may benefit from sober living if:
Even if you’re not sure what comes next, Voyager’s admissions and aftercare team can walk you through your treatment options and connect you to resources that make the next step clear and achievable.
At Voyager Recovery Center, we believe that everyone deserves a strong foundation for a meaningful, healthy life. That means staying connected long after treatment ends. Our aftercare and alumni network offers ongoing peer support, events, and check-ins to help former clients stay accountable and inspired on their path to recovery.
Whether you’re seeking a sober living referral, looking for community support, or exploring outpatient treatment in Lake Forest, our team can help you find the right environment for your next chapter.
If you or a family member is ready to take the next step toward long-term recovery, Voyager Recovery Center is here to guide you. We’ll connect you with reputable sober living homes in Lake Forest and surrounding areas, verify your insurance coverage, and ensure you have the support you need every step of the way.
Call (949) 415-5104 today to speak with our admissions team, or verify your insurance online to begin your recovery journey.
At Voyager Recovery Center, your story doesn’t end when treatment does—it continues in strength, purpose, and lasting freedom.
No. While Voyager does not run sober living residences, we provide referrals to carefully vetted, reputable sober living homes in Lake Forest and surrounding areas.
A quality sober living home offers structure, accountability, peer support, drug-testing, community meetings, and expectations for work, school, or therapy—helping residents remain stable in early recovery.
Our aftercare team offers personalized referrals, verifies insurance coverage, coordinates transitions from treatment, and connects clients with sober living homes that match their needs, goals, and budget.
Yes. Many clients choose to combine sober living with Voyager’s PHP, IOP, or outpatient programs for continued clinical support and structured housing during early recovery.
Many sober living homes accept individuals with dual diagnosis needs, and Voyager helps refer clients to residences that collaborate with mental health providers to ensure consistent, well-coordinated care.
Dr. Lori Bohn is the Medical Director at Voyager Recovery Center and a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. With over a decade of experience in integrative medicine, she specializes in addiction psychiatry and women’s mental health.
