As one of MHSA's first Boston-based programs and a cornerstone substance use disorder recovery home in the neighborhood of South Boston, Answer House has been helping residents reestablish a sober lifestyle for over 20 years.  With steady clinical oversight and an experienced and well-trained team of counselors, Answer House provides intensive substance abuse treatment services to 28 adult men for up to six months. After participating in a 30-day orientation process, clients are given the resources to work towards a variety of personal and programmatic goals, in accordance with house rules.  Among those resources are a variety of specialized in-house services, including group meetings, individual substance abuse counseling sessions, financial education, life skills training and more.

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Smoking Policy: Smoking permitted in designated area

Special Programs: Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Seniors or older adults, Adult men, Persons with HIV or AIDS, Persons who have experienced trauma, Persons who have experienced sexual abuse, Persons who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Transitional age young adults

Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors), Payment assistance (check with facility for details)