Transitional housing is a very beneficial resource for recovering individuals in Ripplemead who have completed a drug treatment program but still need time to completely re-adjust to regular life and the real world. To an individual who has used drugs or alcohol to self medicate and especially 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 Ripplemead offers a secure setting where those who are in this phase of the drug rehab process can slowly grow to be comfortable with the idea of rebuilding their life without drugs and becoming independent. While in transitional housing individuals can continue to participate in 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 have a fruitful and happy life.