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Last year, the Minnesota Legislature moved to strengthen oversight of sober homes — now referred to as recovery residences in state statute — and increase protections for the people who live in them. The transition to this new model is under way, and potential recovery residences should start planning now for certification.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services has created a webpage with detailed information about the certification process, requirements for Level 1 and Level 2 recovery residences, key definitions, and steps for providers who may be interested in participating in Housing Support. The webpage will also have resources available for those who are ready to start the certification process.
To learn more about certification requirements and next steps, visit the Certified Recovery Residences webpage: mn.gov/dhs/certified-recovery-residences.
Level 2 Certified Recovery Residences can access Housing Support Program
Providers interested in becoming a Certified Recovery Residence are strongly encouraged to begin planning now. The certification process includes several steps, and providers interested in using Housing Support will need to obtain Level 2 certification and meet additional Housing Support Program agreement standards before entering into an agreement with DHS. Starting early will help ensure providers have time to prepare required policies, review certification criteria, and avoid delays once applications open.
To learn more about how Level 2 Certified Recovery Residence operators can access Housing Support Program agreements, visit the Housing Support Program webpage for Certified Recovery Residence operators: mn.gov/dhs/CRR-housing-support.
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