Transitional housing is a very useful resource for people in Salem, Illinois who have completed a drug rehab program but still require time to fully re-adjust to regular life and the real world. For an individual who has used drugs and alcohol to self medicate and particularly for long term addicts, the world can feel like a daunting place now that he or she has to endure life without alcohol or drugs. Transitional housing in Salem, Illinois offers a safe atmosphere where those who are in this phase of the drug rehab process can little by little become 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 good shot at remaining abstinent and being to lead a successful and happy life.