Transitional housing is a very useful resource for recovering individuals in Missouri who have graduated a drug treatment program but still require time to completely re-acclimate to regular life and the real world. For someone 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 alcohol or drugs. Transitional housing in MO. provides a safe haven where those who are in this phase of the drug rehab process can little by little grow to be at ease with the idea of rebuilding their life without drugs and on their own. 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 steady employment and housing so that they have a strong shot at remaining abstinent and being to lead a productive and happy life.