DRY GROUND recovery
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Structured sober living for men — Nashville, TN
“From chaos to stability, from addiction to purpose”
Dry Ground Recovery is a structured sober living home dedicated to helping men rebuild their lives after addiction. We provide a safe, supportive, and accountable environment where residents can focus on long-term recovery and personal growth. Through mandatory 12-step meeting participation, regular drug and alcohol testing, clear house guidelines, curfews, and hands-on oversight from an experienced house manager, we help men develop discipline, responsibility, and healthy routines.
At Dry Ground Recovery, we believe lasting change is possible, and we walk alongside each resident as they move from chaos to stability, from addiction to purpose, and toward becoming dependable fathers, husbands, and productive members of the community. By God’s grace and through the healing power of recovery, we have risen above the flood of addiction and now stand firmly on Dry Ground.
12-step & mentorship
Participation in 12-step meetings, peer support, and an experienced house manager.
Regular testing
Random drug & alcohol testing to maintain accountability and a substance-free home.
Structure & curfew
Clear guidelines, chores, curfews – rebuilding discipline and responsibility.
What is Sober Living?
A sober living home is a structured, substance-free residential environment designed to support individuals transitioning from addiction treatment to independent living. A Sober Living home does not administer medical health care or mental health care by a licensed physician and it does not administer medication.
Why is it effective?
“Accountability” would be at the top of the list. A sober living home requires a person to have a job, pay rent, participate in random drug and alcohol testing, and requires attendance at 12 Step meetings. House members are required to do chores, adhere to a curfew and they live with a house manager.
How does stable housing play a pivotal role?
Organizations such as THEI emphasize that access to housing is essential to breaking the cycle of incarceration, providing the stability needed for rehabilitation, and reducing recidivism. Research supports this, showing that individuals on probation who experience housing insecurity are significantly more likely to reoffend. Likewise, recovery housing programs have been linked to higher employment rates, longer periods of abstinence, and greater success in reintegrating into society—demonstrating that stable, supportive housing is a cornerstone of lasting recovery and public safety.
How does someone find a sober living home?
Individuals can discover sober living homes through several key pathways. Some learn about available homes while incarcerated or during the reentry process, as part of their release planning. In drug courts, participants may be referred or assigned to a sober living residence. Rehabilitation and treatment facilities often recommend transitional housing. Family members conduct their own research, and word-of-mouth referrals play a vital role.
Certification — excellence & accountability
Recovery Housing Certification is essential to ensure quality, safety, and accountability within the recovery housing community. It establishes standardized practices that promote a supportive, drug- and alcohol-free environment, fostering successful recovery outcomes. Certification ensures that recovery homes meet essential health and safety standards, provide evidence-based support services, and operate ethically, protecting residents from potential exploitation.
certified seal.
Health & safety standards
Evidence-based support
Trust & referrals
Benefits of certified housing
The certification process (4 steps)
01 Application
Submit initial application, staff discusses best practices.
02 Assessment
In-depth internal review of policies & procedures.
03 Inspection
Physical inspection meets national quality standards.
04 Certification
Official recognition of excellence & recovery practices.
About Us · Dry Ground Recovery Housing, LLC
Dry Ground Recovery is a structured sober living home dedicated to helping men rebuild their lives after addiction. We provide a safe, supportive, and accountable environment where residents can focus on long-term recovery and personal growth. By God’s grace and through the healing power of recovery, we have risen above the flood of addiction and now stand firmly on Dry Ground.
Jon Boucher — Founder & Director
Jon's personal recovery journey began on November 2, 2020, and that experience now fuels the mission, integrity, and compassion behind the organization. After dedicating years to volunteer service as a recovery mentor to inmates at the Williamson County Jail in Franklin, Tennessee, Jon recognized a critical gap in post-treatment and reentry support for men overcoming incarceration, addiction, and other life hardships. Jon felt called to develop a structured recovery housing program designed to provide stability, accountability, and a clear path forward.
Today, Jon remains steadfast in his personal recovery and deeply committed to serving others. He actively participates in 12-step programs, faith-based recovery initiatives, and weekly church services, recognizing the importance of continued growth and accountability. In addition to leading Dry Ground Recovery Housing, Jon is the founder of Recovery Smiles, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing dental restoration services to individuals in recovery—helping restore not only their smiles, but also their confidence and dignity. Jon also serves as a recovery mentor to men at the Williamson County Jail and volunteers with Jesus Provisions Ministry, assisting in providing meals and compassionate support to individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Nashville. Through leadership, service, and lived experience, Jon remains dedicated to helping men rebuild their lives and establish a strong foundation for lasting recovery.
At Dry Ground Recovery, we understand that individuals reentering society often face significant barriers, including limited financial resources, poor credit, and a history with the criminal justice system. Rooted in our faith in God and unwavering belief in the power of second chances, we stand ready to walk alongside you. We provide structure, accountability, and a brotherhood committed to real recovery—not just sobriety, but lasting life change. If you are ready to leave the chaos behind and stand on solid ground, contact us today and take the first step toward rebuilding your life with purpose and integrity.
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