The Basics
Founded in 2005 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, University House provides sober living for college-age male students, 18 and older. Their mission is to provide a much-needed safe environment for clients so that they can succeed in school, while staying clean and sober. At University House, residents are allowed to be self-governing, as long as they comply with basic requirements in their recovery. University House is also a 12-step based home. As the name suggests, the house is in close proximity to the University of Minnesota.
Accommodations and Amenities
Located in a residential neighborhood, University House is a unique gray Victorian house with white trim and a large covered porch. University House accommodates seven residents, who typically reside in double occupancy rooms that include twin beds, dressers and closet space. Rooms include large windows that allow for ample sunlight, and one room features a vaulted ceiling with a skylight.
Residents are responsible for their own groceries, and meals are prepared in a fully equipped kitchen. Amenities include all utilities, a landline with long distance and local calling, cable TV, Wi-Fi, basic housecleaning and toiletry supplies. Each client is allowed indoor space for one bicycle. In the summer, residents are allowed to install a basic air conditioning unit in their rooms, at an extra monthly cost of $25 towards the electric bill. A house manager lives on the premises.
Rules and Regulations
At University House, clients must follow basic requirements which include that they must be at least 18 years of age and older, and they must be sober for 30 days prior to applying for an intake interview. After they are accepted as members, they must be clean and sober for 90 days prior to moving into the house. There is a six-month minimum commitment.
Other requirements include finding a sponsor within one week of arrival, and making sure that a sponsor is acquired within two weeks. Clients must work the steps with their sponsors, attend a minimum of two 12-step weekly meetings, of which one is a home group and perform assigned household chores. Residents must be enrolled at the University of Minnesota or another local college. While in school, they must maintain a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average, as well as remain in good academic standing. Residents are asked to avoid going to bars, parties that serve alcohol or drugs and other establishments that serve chemical substances.
Extras
University House is a member of the Minnesota Association of Sober Homes, which demands high standards from its affiliates.
In Summary
Due to the fact that many college students are surrounded by alcohol and drugs, University House fulfills a much needed demand for those who are looking to stay clean and sober while they focus on doing well in school. This quaint Victorian home offers residents a wonderful environment to focus on their academics, and to work on their steps, while they work on building healthy lives.
University House
709 7th Street SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
University House Cost: $695 (30 days, not including a $695 deposit). Reach University House by phone at (612) 203-3455, (612) 670-3898. Find University House at Facebook
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