C8 - The Importance of Housing in Substance Use Treatment and Recovery

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM CT

Location: 224, Level 2, ACCC

Workshop Presenter(s)

David Sheridan

President
National Alliance for Recovery Residences
St. Paul, Minnesota

Moderator(s)

Aaron Williams, MA

Senior Advisor
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Washington, District of Columbia

Workshop Presenter(s)

Kevin James, LPC

Senior Program Manager
The Corporation for Supportive Housing
Houston, Texas

Housing is critical in supporting an individual on their journey of recovery. Recovery housing is a recovery support service that was designed by persons in recovery specifically for those initiating and sustaining recovery from substance use issues. Research has demonstrated that it is associated with a variety of positive outcomes for residents. Housing First is a homeless assistance approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness, thus ending their homelessness and serving as a platform from which they can pursue personal goals and improve their quality of life. We will explore each's role in SUD treatment and recovery.

Learning Objectives:

Examine the compenents of Recovery Housing and how it can support individuals initiating and sustaining recovery from substance use issues.
Identify the components of Housing First and how it supports individuals securing permanent housing.
Analyze how both models support a robust recovery continuum.