Recovery Residence
Michael's House
Recovery Residence
Recovery Residence or “Michael’s House” is the first men’s recovery residence in the St. John Valley. Located in Fort Kent, Maine, it offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment for adult men in early to sustained recovery from substance use disorder.
Our residence is rooted in peer-led, trauma-informed recovery principles and is designed to promote holistic healing and community reintegration. With close proximity to the 1st Mile Recovery Center, UMFK, Northern Maine Medical Center, and recreational areas like Lonesome Pine Trails and the Fort Kent Outdoor Center, residents have access to a broad network of support for education, wellness, and employment.
Helping you stay the course
Support & Services
At Michael’s House, residents benefit from a comprehensive support system designed to promote accountability, personal growth, and long-term recovery. From on-site management and individualized coaching to structured daily routines and shared living spaces, every aspect of the residence is built to foster a safe, recovery-focused environment.
House Manager
The House Manager lives on-site and ensures a safe, structured environment by overseeing day-to-day operations, conducting house meetings and inspections, and enforcing policies. They are also available to assist with resident intake, orientation, and referrals.
Recovery Coach
Each resident is paired with a Recovery Coach who works one-on-one to set personal goals, provide encouragement, and help with practical needs like job applications, transportation, and resume building. Monthly workshops and weekly support groups at the 1st Mile Recovery Center are also available.
Accommodations
Michael’s House offers shared bedrooms in a home-like setting, along with access to a kitchen, laundry, living space, and designated smoking areas. Bedrooms are assigned at intake and are expected to meet high standards of cleanliness. Residents follow a structured three-stage program with increasing privileges and are required to attend at least five recovery activities each week, participate in 20 hours of self-betterment such as work, education, or volunteering, and take responsibility for household chores and maintaining common areas.
MARR Certified
Michael's Active Recovery is certified by the Maine Association of Recovery Residences (MARR) and meets the Level II Certification Standards of the National Alliance of Recovery Residences. This certification ensures we maintain the highest standards for quality, safety, and ethical operation in supporting individuals on their recovery journey.
Residence Support & Services
Structured recovery housing offers more than just a place to stay. It fosters accountability, connection, and growth, creating a strong foundation for long-term success.
Compared to independent living, residents benefit from a supportive environment in which many have achieved milestones, such as steady employment, financial literacy, educational advancement, and stronger recovery networks. Benefits include:
Peer support and mentorship
Consistent routines and structured programming
Lessening the return to use risk
Opportunities for skill-building, education, and employment
A trauma-informed, substance-free environment
Access to recovery-focused community resources and activities
Links to Our Community
Michael’s House is deeply integrated into the local recovery and employment network. Residents are encouraged and supported to attend mutual-aid recovery groups, connect with local employers and job training programs, pursue educational opportunities through Valley Unified and UMFK, and participate in volunteer work and recreational activities throughout Fort Kent.
Links to Our Community
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Qualifications & Requirements
Michael’s House welcomes adult men who are:
- In early to sustained recovery
- Substance-free at intake
- Committed to a minimum three-month stay
Support is available for opioid use disorder (MOUD)/medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
- Residents agree to:
- Follow house rules and curfews
- Participate in weekly meetings and recovery activities
- Maintain a recurrence prevention plan
- Submit to regular drug and alcohol screening
- Disclose any legal or medical concerns during intake
- $200/week
- Housing, utilities, coaching, and peer support included
- Residents are responsible for their own food
Sliding scale options and third-party scholarships may be available. Staff can help create repayment plans and explore funding sources. Approval for aid must go through MAR leadership.
- Complete an Acceptance Questionnaire (PDF)
- Provide a valid state ID and Social Security card or birth certificate
- Participate in a virtual or in-person intake interview
- Applications are reviewed by a committee within 36–48 hours
- No alcohol, drugs, weapons, or pornography
- Curfews vary by program stage (9–11 pm); no overnight guests
- Attendance at weekly meetings, chores, and recovery groups is required
- Respectful behavior and safe conduct are mandatory
- Zero tolerance for substance use with a clear return-to-use protocol
- Emphasis on medication safety, financial literacy, and personal responsibility