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Minnesota Association of Sober Homes (MASH) sets the standard for safe, ethical, and supportive recovery housing.

As the Minnesota affiliate of NARR, we certify and promote homes aligned with national best practices and the ASAM continuum of care. The Minnesota Association of Sober Homes (MASH) was founded in 2007 to serve as the unified voice for recovery housing across Minnesota. As the state affiliate of the National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR), MASH certifies recovery residences that meet national NARR Quality Standards. These standards ensure:

• Safe, healthy, substance-free living environments
• Peer accountability and governance grounded in the Social Model of Recovery
• Structured support for building life skills and long-term wellness
• A strong Code of Ethics that prioritizes dignity and respect for all residents

MASH certification connects recovery housing operators with training, technical assistance, and peer support while offering families, providers, and communities assurance that certified homes meet the highest standards of care. With the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) now formally recognizing recovery residences as part of the continuum of care, MASH stands at the forefront of ensuring that sober living in Minnesota is ethical, evidence-based, and recovery-oriented. Our Mission: To promote safe, accountable, and supportive sober living environments in Minnesota through certification, education, and advocacy.

11/26/2025

Every success story is a powerful reminder of the impact recovery housing can have. When residents find stability in a safe, supportive sober home, they’re able to rebuild relationships, secure employment, and reconnect with their communities in meaningful ways. Recovery housing doesn’t just change lives, it strengthens families and communities across Minnesota.

11/25/2025

MASH requires all certified operators to follow a strict Code of Ethics, ensuring that every certified home provides a respectful, safe, and recovery-oriented environment. This commitment to ethical practice is the foundation for building trust with residents, families, and communities across Minnesota.

Learn more: https://www.mnsoberhomes.org/certification-overview

11/20/2025

Fact: The Fourth Edition of the ASAM Criteria formally recognizes recovery residences as a vital component of the continuum of care. This national recognition reinforces what we see every day... Safe, supportive housing is essential for sustaining recovery, reducing relapse, and helping individuals build long-term stability.

Read more: https://www.asam.org/quality-care/clinical-guidelines/narr-asam-collaboration

11/18/2025

Minnesota Association of Sober Homes - MASH is more than a certification body, we are a statewide network of providers, advocates, and leaders dedicated to strengthening recovery housing across Minnesota. Through operator support, family education, and active policy advocacy, MASH plays a vital role in ensuring recovery housing remains ethical, safe, and accessible within the continuum of care.

Meet our leadership team: https://www.mnsoberhomes.org/leadership

Get involved with MASH and join us in advancing recovery housing statewide.

11/17/2025

The NARR Quality Standards provide the foundation for safe, ethical, and effective recovery housing across the country. These standards focus on four core areas essential to resident success:

• Health and safety
• Recovery support
• Governance and operations
• Community integration

By following these guidelines, sober homes create consistent, recovery-focused environments where residents can rebuild their lives with dignity and support.

Learn more: https://narronline.org/standards

11/07/2025

The Minnesota Department of Human Services Behavioral Health Administration has launched the Sober Home Scan survey to better understand sober housing across the state and shape future policy and support for providers and residents.

This anonymous survey is open to individuals and organizations that currently provide, or have provided, sober housing within the last 12 months in Minnesota, including sober homes, recovery residences, and supportive housing for people with substance use disorder.

Your participation can help improve statewide standards, access, and resources for the recovery housing community.

Survey link: https://theimprovegroup.questionpro.com/SoberHomeScan
Survey closes: January 16, 2026
Estimated time: 10–15 minutes

For questions or assistance, contact Taryn Mortimer at 612-806-0980 or tarynm@theimprovegroup.com.

Please share this survey with sober housing providers in your network so that every voice is heard.

10/30/2025

Your Voice Matters: Join the Recovery Residence Workgroup. At the Minnesota Association of Sober Homes - MASH, we believe that shaping the future of recovery housing in Minnesota begins with listening to those who live it, lead it, and depend on it.

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is currently inviting individuals to join the Recovery Residence Workgroup, a statewide effort to strengthen recovery housing standards and access. This is a powerful opportunity to ensure that the voices of residents, operators, and community members, especially those from BIPOC communities and Greater Minnesota, are represented in this important conversation.

Your experience can help create more equitable, culturally responsive, and community-driven recovery housing across our state.

Applications are open through Friday, October 31, 2025.

Submit your interest here: https://theimprovegroup.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=P2E9IDFYldsECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D

Let your voice help shape the future of recovery housing in Minnesota.

10/28/2025

We are here at the 2025 Annual MARRCH Conference & Expo at the St. Paul RiverCentre as we join provider, partners and the community for Minnesota’s largest behavioral health conference!

Stop by the Minnesota Association of Sober Homes - MASH booth to meet the team, learn about recovery housing certification, and see how we’re advancing ethical, supportive sober living across Minnesota. Whether you’re an operator, provider, or advocate, we’d love to connect and share how MASH is helping shape the future of recovery housing.

Learn more: https://www.mnsoberhomes.org/

10/23/2025

Have you thought about starting a recovery residence?

In this new T3 Podcast episode, Fred Way from the Pennsylvania Alliance of Recovery Residences - PARR and Katie Boardman from the Minnesota Association of Sober Homes - MASH and the National Alliance for Recovery Residences join host Ashley Stewart to talk about what it really takes to start and sustain a successful recovery home.

They discuss the importance of community, strong leadership, and national standards through NARR and the 32 state affiliates like the Minnesota Association of Sober Homes - MASH, all working to ensure recovery housing is safe, ethical, and supportive to help individuals rebuild their lives and communities.

Listen to the episode: https://thinkt3.libsyn.com/starting-a-recovery-residence

Learn more:
• National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR): https://narronline.org
• Pennsylvania Alliance of Recovery Residences: https://parronline.org
• Minnesota Association of Sober Homes (MASH): https://www.mnsoberhomes.org

Subscribe to receive training updates and resources: https://www.c4innovates.com

10/20/2025

Did you know Minnesota has more than 250 sober homes? Minnesota Association of Sober Homes - MASH ensures that each certified residence meets the highest standards for ethical, safe, and supportive care.

Certified homes provide more than housing, they offer hope, safety, and accountability for individuals rebuilding their lives.

Learn more: https://www.mnsoberhomes.org

10/16/2025

Find the Minnesota Association of Sober Homes - MASH at the 2025 MARRCH Annual Conference & Expo happening October 27th-29th at the St. Paul RiverCentre in St. Paul, MN.

Stop by to learn how MASH is advancing recovery housing statewide through certification, advocacy, and education, and discover how NARR standards are shaping the future of ethical, supportive sober living in Minnesota.

Learn more: https://www.mnsoberhomes.org

10/15/2025

The Minnesota Association of Sober Homes - MASH is excited to announce a new partnership with BehaveHealth.com, designed to transform and simplify the certification process for recovery housing operators across Minnesota.

This new digital platform will:

• Centralize all certification forms and documents
• Improve communication between operators and MASH reviewers
• Provide real-time status tracking and updates
• Enhance visibility in both the MASH and NARR national directories

Together, MASH and Behave Health are creating a faster, more transparent, and more efficient certification experience, reducing paperwork and improving outcomes for providers statewide.

Information sessions and demos are happening to ensure all MASH operators have training in the system and its benefits.

Learn more about certification: https://www.mnsoberhomes.org/certification-overview

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