New Sober Living Apartments Open in Chattanooga
Local adults in recovery now have access to 16 additional housing units to support their post-treatment transition.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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The Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services has opened 16 new sober living apartments in Chattanooga. This expansion increases the organization's total capacity to 40 units to provide stable housing for individuals transitioning from substance use disorder treatment.
Why it matters
Stable housing is a critical component of long-term recovery, as it helps mitigate instability risks that can otherwise undermine success following formal substance use treatment.
The Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services increased its recovery housing capacity to 40 total units, representing a 16-unit addition over its previous capacity of 24. The long-term occupancy success rate for these specific units remains an area for future organizational tracking.
The players
Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services
A Chattanooga-based organization providing substance use disorder treatment and recovery services since 1964.
Chattanooga Housing Authority
A local agency that partners on housing development and community support initiatives.
Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
A state agency that oversees policy and funding for addiction treatment and recovery infrastructure.
The details
The new two-story building on the CADAS campus features apartments equipped with private exterior entrances and appliances. These units were developed under the Project Homecoming initiative, which focuses on furnishing and preparing spaces to support individuals as they transition back into the community after clinical care.
Timeline
October 31, 2026: The organization announced the opening of the new apartments.
1964: The Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services was founded.
Health Landscape
This project follows a statewide trend of prioritizing stable housing infrastructure as a core pillar of substance use recovery support. It aligns with the current funding priorities of the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services regarding community-based care.
For those managing recovery in the Chattanooga area, these units provide a structured living environment that may reduce the risk of relapse associated with housing instability. Patients in treatment are encouraged to discuss potential transitions to sober living environments with their clinical care team.
The takeaway
Securing stable housing is a vital step in maintaining long-term recovery after completing a treatment program. Individuals navigating the recovery process should speak with their physician or case manager about local sober living options that offer structured support.
Further reading
Learn more about local resources and ongoing initiatives in our Substance Abuse section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Chattanoogan.
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