Oxford House Farmingdale in Farmingdale, New York

About Oxford House Farmingdale

Oxford House Farmingdale is a peer run sober living home in Farmingdale, New York, providing a structured, substance free living environment for men in recovery. Located on Walnut Avenue, this eight bed residence offers long term sober housing as a crucial next step after formal addiction treatment programs. As part of the national Oxford House network, this democratically run home fosters accountability and mutual support to help residents maintain lasting sobriety.

Long Term Stays Available

This home provides a long term sober housing program, which is distinct from clinical treatment and is often used after completing rehab or detox. Residents enter a stable, rules-based community designed to support recovery maintenance and successful community reintegration. Men can stay for as long as they choose and as long as they are keeping up with the house rules.

Self Governed Sober Living

Living here involves shared responsibilities, including an equal financial share for household expenses, and active participation in democratic house governance. The core requirement is staying sober, and any use of alcohol or drugs results in immediate expulsion to protect the community’s safety and recovery environment.

They use a democratic, peer run community model emphasizing personal responsibility and mutual support. As far as payment goes, they use an Equal Expense Share (EES) model covering rent and utilities. It’s all self pay, as sober living isn’t covered by insurance.

Beginning Your Recovery Journey Here

Admission to Oxford House Farmingdale begins with contacting the house directly to express interest and discuss current availability. The resident-members can provide details on the equal expense share, house rules, and the democratic voting process for new applicants.