Transitional housing is a very useful resource for recovering individuals in Upton, NY. who have completed a drug rehab program but still need time to fully re-adjust to normal life and the real world. For someone who has used drugs or alcohol to self medicate and particularly for long term addicts, the world can feel like a formidable place now that he or she has to get through life without alcohol or drugs. Transitional housing in Upton supplies 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 restoring their life without drugs and becoming independent. While in transitional housing individuals can continue to receive individualized 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.