The Basics
Located about an hour from Minneapolis, in Stewart, Minnesota, Sober Farm provides co-ed sober living for an intimate number of clients. Sober Farm was founded in 2012 by Kirstin Jacques, who are both in recovery. The site was once a neglected farmstead, which thanks to Jacques and Knapper, underwent a rehab of its own, and now provides a serene setting for recovering. The farm includes hens, roosters, cats, songbirds and a flock of guinea fowl. Jacques and Knapper are planning to add small goats to the farm, too.
Accommodations and Amenities
The Sober Farm house is a spacious residence, sitting on several acres of rural land. The farm houses five clients, plus one house manager, who has his own room. A wooded trail runs adjacent to the property, where clients take peaceful walks. There is one single, and two double-occupancy rooms. The interior is decorated country-style and the double room includes twin beds with white headboards, quaint red and white comforters, throw pillows, a white nightstand which holds an old fashioned style lamp and a vase full of fresh cut flowers. Dressers are provided, and the room features an antique olive green dresser, as well as a vintage red armchair.
The fully equipped kitchen is decorated in a nostalgic style, with white cabinets featuring baby blue trim, a blue kitchen table with wooden chairs, an old-fashioned crock-pot and a chandelier. While clients are responsible for their own groceries, and meal preparation, some food is seasonally harvested from the property. Amenities include new appliances, Wi-Fi and utilities. While this is not a medical facility, the house manager has been trained as a nurse.
Rules and Regulations
Preferably new clients at the Farm have undergone at least 30 days of primary care at a residential treatment facility. All clients must have undergone detox, and those who can’t confirm their length of sobriety are taken to a local detox center or emergency room for a check up to ensure that they can safely stay at Sober Farm. Jacques and Knapper look for individuals who have a strong desire to live a full life in recovery.
Requirements include attending regular 12-step meetings, being at house meetings, performing daily chores, committing to group volunteer work and exhibiting enthusiasm in learning new skills which include gardening, crafting, nutrition, exercise and cultivating the orchards. Residents are expected to complete their fourth step inventory, as well as participate in daily reviews, which include sharing short-term goals, discussing concerns and processing feelings.
At Sober Farm, there are rules forbidding intimate relationships between clients. Additionally, there is a zero tolerance policy for the use of any non-prescribed medication or alcohol. Residents who relapse are moved to a hotel, and lose their sobriety deposit. The 30-day cost is $1,000, and for clients desiring a shorter stay, the daily cost is $33.33. All stays require a $400 deposit.
Extras
Other services include a daily guided meditation session, assistance in finding long-term housing and Big Book studies, on the premises. Transportation is provided to 12-step meetings, the grocery store, inspirational seminars and other group outings.
Sober Farm is a member of the Minnesota Association of Recovery Residences (MASH), which demands high standards from its affiliates.
In Summary
Sober Farm is a labor of love on the part of Jacques and Knapper, who view the farm’s renovation as a metaphor for recovery, and who believe that clients, just like the farm, can be equally restored. Sober Farm offers a unique healing experience for clients who want to get grounded in their newfound sobriety. For those who want to find their Higher Power in a serene and beautiful setting complete with adorable farm animals, Sober Farm is the perfect match.
Sober Farm
21854 60th St
Stewart, MN 55385
Sober Farm Cost: $1,000 (30 days, not including a $400 sobriety deposit). Reach Sober Farm by phone a (763) 238-1234, (763) 807-6636 or by email at soberfarm@gmail.com. Find Sober Farm on Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn
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