About Avery House

Avery House located in Rockville, MD provides sober housing for women.

Detailed description details:

Avery House has been designed to meet the unique needs of recovering women and their children in a structured, supportive and sober environment. A variety of ethically and culturally relevant halfway house services are provided for up to a nine month period.















 















Avery House addresses the complexity of the multiple roles a woman in recovery encompasses; a mother, partner, provider, teacher, and person of integrity, strength and value. Emphasis is placed on trust, honesty, responsibility, self-discipline, and self-discovery to assist each woman on her journey to personal and economic independence. Women gain confidence while being able to care for their children in a safe and nurturing environment. All services are provided through a recovery oriented wellness approach, are gender specific and culturally relevant to the population served.















To be admitted to the Avery House, participants must meet the following criteria:















    At least 18 years of age  and a current Maryland resident















    Completion of an approved immediate care program















    Capable of self-care but not ready to return to community or live on their own















    Be willing to seek, obtain and maintain employment