There are no words to suffice the complete & utter gratitude I have for Surrender sober living. Not only does Surrender offer the most safe, supportive, and secure environment, it is also by far the most clean & luxurious sober living facility in all of San Diego--and I have lived in almost every single sober living home north county has to offer! The owner, Samantha, differentiates herself from the competition by genuinely caring about the girls in her home; she has an innate ability to decipher the individualized needs of each client and works tirelessly to make sure each one is met. She is also extremely connected in the treatment & recovery networks of San Diego, thus making her an ideal starting point for those looking to establish themselves with a PHP/IOP, therapist, psychiatrist, sponsor, and so on. All residents have 24/7 access to her personal cellphone number in case of any comments, questions, or concerns. The manager, ChristI, is also an amazing resource for the clientele with her years of successful recovery and the experience to match. Christi's open-door policy & availability ensures a safe-space for each resident, where they can expect to feel heard, understood, and more often than not, be witness to all the wisdom she has to offer. She is an absolute asset in terms of integrating new residents & offering transportation to and from treatment programs, nightly AA/NA meetings, and other recovery-related outings. Sam & Christi build a community within the home by offering events each month designed to help the residents become more familiar with one another & connect on a more intimate level. I have often experienced isolation & loneliness at other sober living facilities due to the fear & insecurities that accompany early sobriety, and I can honestly say I have never felt more connected & "part of" due to my time spent at Surrender. In recovery, you are often told to "stay in the middle of the herd" to ensure safety & success while overcoming the inevitable obstacles that come with this kind of work--I have Surrender to thank for pushing an introvert like me to open up and bond with other like-minded individuals both within the house & the program which has in turn given me a support system of many when I previously had none. The morning readings, nightly journal sheets, and Tuesday night alumni meeting become a fundamental part of each resident's routine as it offers both structure & the opportunity to further connect with other women of recovery. Surrender has been and will continue to be an absolute integral part of my recovery. If you are looking for a sober living tailored to the specific needs of you or your loved one, an environment where women are encouraged to get to know themselves & learn to lean on one another, a facility that offers direction, guidance, and support to those new or returning to recovery, a sober living with all the comforts of home--look no further. Surrender ensures that the treatment goals of each resident are met while simultaneously facilitating the construction of a sturdy foundation that we continue to build on as we venture beyond the home and further down the road of recovery. I would not be healthy, happy, or most importantly, SOBER, had I not chosen Surrender! Samantha & Christi believed in me when no one else did, and for that I will be forever grateful. I was someone who feared the very concept of sober living, and thought being shy & awkward would inhibit me from experiencing the plethora of gifts recovery has to offer. Today, I can't imagine where I would be without the guidance of Surrender staff as well as my relationships with other residents, both past & present. Women new to Surrender are greeted with a compassion rarely found at other facilities, and the security & comfort of each client is guaranteed. If you--or a loved one--are ready to change your life for the better, look no further than Surrender sober living!
PS- Due to the location of the property (no more than 5 minutes from the beach), the luxurious furnishings & amenities, you may think Surrender is a bit out of reach in terms of monthly rent. However, Samantha is AMAZING when it comes to assisting prospective residents with acquiring scholarship funding as well as working within the financial means of each client to ensure ALL have access to the sober living. Surrender's socioeconomic inclusivity is yet another aspect unique to the facility, differentiating itself from the majority of sober livings by being far more--if not the most--financially inclusive. read more