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Where to Meet Sober Friends in Houston, TX

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Anna-Grace Washington

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Published July 31, 2018 · Updated July 29, 2026

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Kitchen in the Houston house: a white island with bar stools, quartz countertops, stainless appliances and pendant lighting.

Sober Living

Houston

1010 Waverly St, Houston, TX

Developing healthy relationships is an important part of living a sober life. In the past, you may have used to use drugs and alcohol as a crutch to boost your confidence in social situations. Now that you’re sober, it will take some time to let go of the old, harmful relationships in your life and learn how to build new, healthy ones without abusing drugs.

In a sober living program, you’ll have sober peers nearby, but you will also need to be intentional about meeting other sober people and establishing connections within the recovery community. If you are enrolled in a transitional housing program in Houston, here are eight different ways you can get out and meet other sober people in your area.

1. Free social events at your sober living home

The easiest way to meet sober friends in Houston is to participate in the social events hosted by your sober living home. Eudaimonia Recovery Homes regularly hosts group events for current residents and alumni to enjoy. Past events include movie nights, flag football games, 12-Step speakers, UFC watch parties and more. These events are free and fun for any residents or alumni who want to attend.

2. AA meetings

While you’re enrolled in sober living at Eudaimonia, you will be required to attend local recovery support groups and 12-Step meetings in your area. Not only is this a requirement of your recovery program, but attending AA meetings in Houston, TX is also an excellent way to meet sober friends in Houston who are serious about their recovery.

To find nearby meetings, check our directory of AA meetings in Houston, TX, and other non-12-Step recovery support groups, listed below.

AA Meetings in Houston, TX

GroupMeeting DetailsContact InfoMeeting Schedule
Alcoholics AnonymousIn-person and online(713) 686-6300
intergroup@aahouston.org 		aahouston.org/meetings
Adult Children of AlcoholicsIn-person and online(713) 870-3020
sherrybyb@icloud.com
Cocaine AnonymousIn-person and online(713) 668-6822
TASGCChair@ca-texas.org		ca-texas.org
Crystal Meth AnonymousIn-person and onlinetexascma@gmail.comcmatx.org/meetings 
Drug Addicts AnonymousIn-person(832) 739-3149
Audriejaxxander@gmail.com		daausa.org/find-a-meeting/?tsml-day=any&tsml-region=houston 
Narcotics AnonymousIn-person and online(713) 661-4200
phoneline@hascona.com		hascona.com/meeting-tabs
Nicotine AnonymousIn-person, online, and phoneinfo@nicotine-anonymous.orgnicotine-anonymous.org/face-to-face-meetings.html 

Non-12-Step Group Recovery Programs In Houston, TX

GroupMeeting DetailsContact InfoMeeting Schedule
LifeRing Secular RecoveryOnline1-800-811-4142
service@lifering.org		lifering.org/online-meetings
SMART RecoveryIn-person and onlineinformation@smartrecovery.org smartrecoverytest.org/local/meetings
Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS)Onlinesos@cfiwest.orgsossobriety.org/on-line-groups 
Women for SobrietyIn-person1122@womenforsobriety.orgwomenforsobriety.org/meetings
Recovery InternationalOnline(713) 305-7642recoveryinternational.org/map-locator/?city=Houston&state=Texas&zip= 

**Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many Houston AA meetings and other recovery group meetings have transitioned online. While some meetings may still be held in-person, they are likely to require masks and appropriate social distancing per the current CDC guidelines and local regulations. Please visit the URL provided to verify whether a recovery group is still meeting and whether meetings will be held in-person, online, or both.

3. Houston Sober Recreation Committee (SRC) Events

Houston’s Sober Recreation Committee is a nonprofit dedicated to cultivating fun and fellowship for Houstonians in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. The SRC hosts three golf tournaments each year, bi-monthly bowling, and co-ed softball leagues and tournaments. Additional events like movie nights, comedy shows, and live music concerts are scheduled throughout the year.1

4. Houston Cougars in Recovery

If you are enrolled in college courses while you are living in transitional housing, you may want to look into a college recovery group for students. A great option in Houston is the University of Houston Cougars in Recovery (CIR). This student recovery organization hosts weekly community check-ins, annual recovery conferences, and group outdoor activities each semester, like camping and hiking at state parks.2 CIR offers a safe place to hang out with sober peers, fun activities to help you meet new people, and additional sober support outside of your sober living home.

Inside the Houston homes

Kitchen with white cabinets, stainless range and microwave, and a quartz island with an undermount sink.
Kitchen island with four leather bar stools, stainless appliances, and a refrigerator beyond.
Open living area with a wall-mounted television, gray sofa and abstract canvas, seen across the kitchen island.
Bedroom with a single bed in teal bedding, a wooden headboard, and framed coastal artwork.
Bedroom with a single bed in blue bedding, a wooden dresser, table lamp and framed bridge photograph.
Bedroom with a single bed in dark bedding, a blue upholstered armchair, and a blinded window.
Pine bunk bed with green and orange bedding, framed beach artwork, and a molded chair on a gray rug.
Pine bunk bed with navy bedding beside a wooden dresser and table lamp.
Bathroom vanity with a marble countertop, dark cabinet, wide mirror and folded towels.
Bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower in marble tile beside a vanity with a marble countertop.
Bathroom vanity in dark cabinetry with a marble countertop and a framed mirror.
Bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, marble tile surround, and a vanity with mirror.
Bedroom closet with a hanging rail and shelf behind white bifold doors.
Built-in closet system with white shelving and drawer stacks.
Eudaimonia Recovery Homes sign mounted on the brick beside the front door.
Dining table and chairs with the living room beyond, on dark wood flooring.
Den with built-in bookshelves, a gray sofa and a brick wall.
Sitting room with built-in bookshelves, a sofa and a round rug.
Living room with a pale sofa, wooden coffee table and potted plants.
Living room with a gray sectional beneath a large “gather” sign.
Kitchen with granite counters, shelving and potted herbs.
Kitchen with a granite island, double sink and stainless dishwasher.
Open-plan dining and living area with a wooden table and leather chairs.
Bathroom vanity with a granite top and a lit mirror.
Back yard with a paved patio, outdoor sofa and lawn.
Front of the single-story brick house with a lawn and patio chairs.
Living room with a gray sofa and a breakfast bar beyond the seating.
Living room with a gray sofa, armchair and a wall-mounted television.
Pine bunk beds with navy and green bedding in a shared room.
Two pine bunk beds either side of a wooden dresser.
Single bed with navy bedding beside a wooden nightstand and lamp.
Single bed with dark bedding beside a blue upholstered armchair.
Hallway with framed artwork and a runner on gray flooring.

5. Lambda Center LGBTQ Events and Recovery Meetings

If you want to connect with other sober LGBTQ individuals in Houston, the Lambda Center Houston is a great place to be. Lambda is Houston’s LGBTQ recovery community hub and it also functions as an LGBTQ 12-Step recovery clubhouse.3 While the center does host recovery meetings, it’s also a great place to meet sober friends and participate in regular group events that the organization hosts.

6. Nearby attractions and activities in Houston

Houston is an excellent place to be enrolled in a transitional living program because there are countless things to do besides drink or do drugs. There are plenty of local attractions and activities to keep your mind busy and get you out and about with other people. The Menil Collection, for example, is a free art museum that is home to the private art collection of its founders, John and Dominique de Menil. The museum regularly hosts events for the public, such as live music concerts, book release parties, and jewelry trunk shows.4 Houston sober living residents may also find that other local activities like yoga classes or pottery classes are great ways to meet other people who have similar interests.

7. Local sober sports leagues

Houston’s Park and Recreation Department facilitates a variety of city sports leagues, including a sober softball league for adults in recovery.5 Whether you enjoy playing basketball, football, soccer, or volleyball, there are several different leagues for adults of all ages and abilities. It’s a great way to get active and enjoy some exercise while meeting other sober people in Houston.

8. Volunteer

As a Eudaimonia resident, you may also be required to volunteer at a local organization of your choice. Despite just doing this to fulfill your recovery program requirements, you could also view this as an opportunity to meet sober friends. Other rehab programs and sober living homes in Houston may require their residents to volunteer at similar places, which may make it easier for you to connect with them. If you’re unsure of where you’d like to volunteer, consider your interests and pursue options like a local food bank, the library, Habitat for Humanity, or your church.

Positive social interaction is such an important aspect of living a life in recovery and living a fulfilling life, in general. If you’ve recently completed a drug rehab program and you’re looking for sobriety support and sober friends, enrolling in a sober living program is an excellent way to find both.

Call Eudaimonia Recovery Homes today to learn more about our transitional housing programs and our sober living homes in Houston, Austin, and Colorado Springs.

References:

  1. https://www.uh.edu/cir/
  2. https://lambdahouston.com/
  3. https://www.menil.org/
  4. https://apm.activecommunities.com/houstonparks/ActiveNet_Home/showLeagueTeams.sdi?league_id=1436&sdireqauth=1531932381264

Additional Recovery Resources in Houston

Building a sober social network is just one part of creating a strong foundation in recovery. At Eudaimonia Recovery Homes in Houston, we offer a comprehensive environment that supports every aspect of your journey to lasting sobriety.

If you’re ready to build meaningful friendships and establish yourself in Houston’s recovery community, our team is here to help. Call us today at (719) 453-0019 to learn more about our structured sober living homes and how we support residents in creating lasting connections.

What residents say

In their words, not ours

Real Google reviews about the rooms, the staff and the structure.

4.4 average across 4 rated Eudaimonia locations · 161 reviews · pulled from Google August 15, 2026

“Overall, it's a great place to build on your recovery. It's a different concept from traditional sober living homes because you're actually living in apartments. I have my own apartment so I have a…”
Chad2 months agoAustin
“I’d live here forever if I could. Clean, comfortable and great people live here. Exactly everything you’d expect from a sober living. Accountability for recovery; which includes 12 step mtgs, a…”
Nicholas Tolar4 months agoAustin
“I've been in several sober living facilities in the last three years. There were those that were only facades run by thieves and hypocrites. It takes not much to supply an excuse to a person newly in…”
Christopher Sandersa month agoAustin
“First of all really great experience at this house I mean everybody respects each other cook great food.. That guy Jamie though top notch chef in the kitchen every day slaving over a hot stove.. It…”
Jason Saizxsaiza year agoCollingdale
“Absolutely exceptional experience at this recovery home! Rich Pappas, the owner’s dedication shines through in every aspect – from the immaculate cleanliness of the facility to the genuine care and…”
Patrick Debinski2 years agoCollingdale
“I've been with Eudaimonia Recovery Homes for nearly 2 years now. From nice amenities to cozy beds. This as been the best part of my recovery journey yet! And I'm still going. Thank you guys in…”
Collin White8 months agoHouston
“Been living here since they opened. The house is beautiful and spacious. I wouldn't want to work my recovery anywhere else.”
clutch fork2 years agoColorado Springs
“Wonderful place to get grounded in recovery. Great place to learn the proper way to go through the 12 step program. The design and the staff teach at a healthy pace to get you through the steps in a…”
Danny Grimes2 months agoAustin
“If I could do four and a half I would but I can't so I'll err on the side of grace. The pictures on the website actually match the apartments. The maintenance is mostly on point except for smaller…”
Antonio Renaud2 months agoAustin
“Good location and the house is full of good guys. Everybody is respectful, clean and nothing is ever pushed onto you- only suggested. Your recovery is your choice and what you make it and this house…”
Steven6 months agoCollingdale
“This is a great place to start a recovery journey. They created a positive and safe environment to feel comfortable at. The house is updated, newer, and clean. Very easy living. The owner, Rich…”
Daniela year agoCollingdale
“Best sober living homes in Texas, especially in Houston! Rates are great and staff are great to work with! Houses are comfortable and the recovery is strong! Locations are great too!”
Michael Kerr8 months agoHouston
“They treat you fair and like an adult . You aren't treated like an addict but more so a human . Everyone is held to the same standards and things run smoothly.”
Trevin McCormick2 years agoColorado Springs

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