Transitional housing is a very helpful resource for individuals in Oakdale, Tennessee who have completed a drug or alcohol treatment program but still require time to completely re-acclimate to normal 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 daunting place now that one has to endure life without the use of drugs or alcohol. Transitional housing in Oakdale offers a safe haven where those who are in this stage of the drug rehab experience can little by little become comfortable with the process of restoring their life without drugs and becoming independent. While in transitional housing those in recovery can continue to receive one-on-one 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 successful and happy life.