Transitional housing is a very useful resource for recovering individuals in Brookside, New Jersey who have graduated a drug or alcohol rehabilitation program but still need time to fully re-adjust to regular life and the real world. For an individual who has abused drugs or alcohol to self medicate and particularly for long term addicts, the world can feel like a daunting place now that one has to endure life without the use of drugs or alcohol. Transitional housing in Brookside, New Jersey offers a secure setting where those who are in this stage of the drug rehab experience can slowly grow to be comfortable with the idea of rebuilding their life without drugs and becoming independent. While in transitional housing those in recovery can continue to participate in one-on-one and group counseling as needed to help them along, and also to obtain steady employment and housing so that they have a strong shot at remaining abstinent and being to lead a successful and happy life.