Transitional housing is a very beneficial resource for individuals in Anthon, Iowa who have completed a drug or alcohol rehabilitation program but still require time to fully re-acclimate to regular life and the real world. To someone who has abused drugs or alcohol to self medicate and particularly for long term addicts, the world can feel like a formidable place now that one has to endure life without the use of drugs or alcohol. Transitional housing in Anthon provides a safe haven where individuals who are in this stage of the drug rehab experience can little by little grow to be comfortable with the idea of restoring their life without drugs and becoming independent. While in transitional housing those in recovery can continue to participate in individualized and group counseling as needed to help them along, and also to obtain stable employment and housing so that they have a strong shot at remaining abstinent and being to lead a productive and happy life.