Raising the Bar in Sober Living: Our Inspiring Visit with Stairway Recovery

At Clean Slate Homes, we’re constantly seeking out the best examples of recovery housing to better understand how we can support operators in creating environments that change lives. Recently, we had the opportunity to visit Stairway Recovery — and it truly raised the bar.

From the moment we stepped in, we could feel the difference. The space was warm, elegant, and uplifting — not sterile or institutional. It felt like a home built on dignity and hope. Every detail, from the furnishings to the layout, was designed with intention.

But what really impressed us was their integrated care model. Rather than outsourcing mental health support, the Stairway team hand-curates a full roster of therapists and psychiatrists — creating a deeply personalized and truly therapeutic experience for every resident. This thoughtful approach is exactly what many in recovery need: stability, structure, and community, paired with real clinical support.

Their residents aren’t just surviving — they’re thriving. And it shows.

As developers who build properties for sober living operators across Los Angeles, we left inspired. Stairway Recovery reminded us that it’s not just about bedrooms and bathrooms — it’s about building environments that support healing, accountability, and purpose.

We feel incredibly fortunate to know and work alongside groups like Stairway Recovery. Their work motivates us to push our own standards higher so that more operators can offer this level of care — and more people in recovery can access homes that feel safe, beautiful, and full of possibility.