About Us

The Purpose of a Three-Quarter House 

It’s designed as the final stage of transitional living: 

• A halfway house provides structure and supervision. 

• A three-quarter house reduces restrictions, giving residents a chance to prove they can live responsibly and soberly before moving out on their own. 

• It’s a safety net—residents still have peer support and accountability, but the responsibility for recovery largely shifts to the individual. 

  

In short: Daily life in a three-quarter house feels much closer to independent living than a halfway house. Residents work, pay bills, and manage their own schedules, but remain in a sober environment with peers who share the same commitment to recovery. 

Daily Life in a Three-Quarter House 

1. Curfews & Freedom

• Halfway House: Residents usually have strict curfews (e.g., 9–10 PM) and must sign in/out. 

• Three-Quarter House: Curfews are often later or removed entirely. Residents are trusted to manage their own schedules responsibly. 

2. Employment & Education

• Residents are expected to work, attend school, or actively seek employment. 

• Unlike halfway houses, where staff may monitor job searches closely, in a ¾ house residents self-manage their progress. 

3. Recovery Meetings

• Halfway House: Mandatory attendance at daily or weekly recovery meetings. 

• Three-Quarter House: Meetings may be optional or less frequent, though residents are encouraged to continue participating in AA, NA, or other support groups. 

4. Drug & Alcohol Testing

• Halfway House: Frequent, sometimes random testing. 

• Three-Quarter House: Testing is less frequent, but still possible. The expectation is that residents maintain sobriety without constant oversight. 

5. House Responsibilities

• Residents share chores like cleaning, cooking, and maintaining the property. 

• In a ¾ house, there’s more emphasis on personal accountability—residents are expected to keep up with responsibilities without reminders. 

6. Financial Independence

• Residents pay rent and utilities, often directly to the landlord or house manager. 

• This step teaches budgeting and financial responsibility before moving into independent housing. 

7. Social Life & Autonomy

• Residents can generally come and go more freely, have visitors (within rules), and make more personal choices. 

• The environment is supportive yet less restrictive, helping residents practice independence while remaining in a sober community.