Drug and Alcohol Free Housing

Drug and Alcohol Free Housing in Franklin Lakes, NJ

928 Union Valley Rd, West Milford, NJ 07480 · Call (973) 397-5978

Drug and alcohol free housing for adults from Franklin Lakes, NJ is offered through DJ Housing, a substance-free residence at 928 Union Valley Road in the Lower West Milford section of the township, a short drive northwest via Route 287 and Route 23. Length of stay is open-ended, and most residents remain from several months to over a year.

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Franklin Lakes Adults Have Sober Living Options in West Milford Without Leaving Bergen County Reach

Sober living for adults from Franklin Lakes does not exist as a physical option inside the borough itself, but the West Milford residence sits close enough that outpatient appointments, work in Bergen County, and family contact all stay routine. The drive northwest via Route 287 and Route 23 takes roughly 30 to 35 minutes in normal traffic. The residence is a substance-free home built around house rules, testing, and staff presence, not a clinical program. For a Franklin Lakes adult weighing options against clinical rehab or trying to stabilize after treatment, sober living fills the gap between structured care and returning to a household where the recovery work happens alone.

The Residence Is Not a Treatment Center, Not Detox, and Not a Rehab

The residence is drug and alcohol free housing, which means it is a shared home where sobriety is the condition of living there rather than a clinical service. There is no medical staff, no therapy sessions, no detox protocols, and no billing to insurance for treatment because none of that happens on site. What does happen is a daily structure that protects sobriety: curfews, house responsibilities, drug and alcohol testing, and breathalyzer checks. Residents attend outside treatment, hold jobs, and manage their own recovery inside a home that removes the daily pressure of living where sobriety is not the shared rule.

When a Sober Residence Is the Right Move for a Franklin Lakes Adult

Sober living is the right next step when a Franklin Lakes adult has finished inpatient or outpatient treatment and returning home carries too much risk, or when someone in early recovery is living in a household that undercuts the effort. Prior treatment is helpful but not required for move-in. What is required is genuine commitment to sobriety and willingness to live by the rules for the length of the stay. Sober living is not the right move for someone still in active use, someone who needs medical detox, or someone unwilling to accept testing and curfews as part of daily life.

The Route 287 Drive From Franklin Lakes Runs Northwest to West Milford

DJ Housing sits at 928 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ 07480, roughly 30 to 35 minutes northwest of Franklin Lakes in normal traffic. The route takes Route 208 west from Franklin Lakes to Interstate 287 north, then I-287 to Exit 52 for Route 23 north, which runs up through Butler and Kinnelon to the Union Valley Road (County Route 513) turnoff near Newfoundland, where Union Valley Road leads north to 928. Riders without a car can connect through the Wayne Route 23 Transit Center and NJ Transit Bus 194, which serves the Route 23 corridor.

Bergen County and Northern Passaic Towns Within About a Half-Hour Drive

DJ Housing draws residents from northwestern Bergen County and northern Passaic County, most reaching the residence via the Route 287 or County Route 511 corridors. Along with Franklin Lakes, that includes:

Oakland, Wyckoff, Mahwah, Wanaque, Ringwood, Pompton Lakes, Kinnelon, West Milford.

Franklin Lakes Was Named After Benjamin Franklin’s Son and Incorporated in 1922

Franklin Lakes is a Bergen County borough of about 11,079 residents, incorporated on March 11, 1922 from portions of Franklin Township, and named after William Franklin, Benjamin Franklin’s son, who served as the last colonial Governor of New Jersey. The borough covers 9.88 square miles at 522 feet of elevation, making it one of the higher-elevation towns in Bergen County. Interstate 287 and Route 208 both serve Franklin Lakes, with Route 208 terminating at I-287 at the Oakland border. The borough contains Franklin Lake and the Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve, and the area seceded from what was then Franklin Township, the parent municipality that later became the Township of Wyckoff in 1926.

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Saquiba Syed, MD

The clinical claims on this page are checked by Dr. Saquiba Syed, MD, a Jersey City-based internist board-certified in internal medicine. She holds more than 20 years of clinical experience and hospital affiliations at Jersey City Medical Center and CarePoint Health Hoboken University Medical Center.

Reach Out From Franklin Lakes to Check Availability and Fit

Reaching out from Franklin Lakes starts with a call to (973) 397-5978, where the team runs through availability, house rules, screening, and next steps in a single conversation. The first call is rarely easy, and no rehearsed script is expected before you make it. Every conversation stays private. Contact Us · (973) 397-5978

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardest month of sobriety?

Many people in recovery describe the fourth to sixth month as the hardest, when the initial motivation from getting sober has faded but long-term stability has not yet settled in. Every recovery is different, and sober living is designed to hold the routine steady through the months that would otherwise be the highest-risk stretches.

What should someone pack when moving into a sober living residence?

Bring personal clothing, toiletries, phone and charger, work materials, any prescribed non-narcotic medications in original bottles, and a list of outside appointments and contacts. Skip mouthwash and other alcohol-containing personal products, since these can trigger positive breathalyzer readings.

Are pets allowed in sober living homes?

Pet policies vary by residence, and most sober living homes do not allow pets due to shared living arrangements and allergies among residents. Pet questions are covered on the intake call so nothing is a surprise at move-in.

Can residents attend a wedding or family event during their stay?

Yes, residents can attend family events, weddings, and other planned occasions, usually with advance notice to house staff and a check-in on return. Some events with heavy alcohol exposure may require a sober support person to accompany the resident or a same-day return to the residence.

Is there a wait list to get into sober living?

Sometimes yes, depending on how many beds are open at the time of the screening call. When the residence is at capacity, applicants can either wait for the next opening or explore other homes in the area while staying in contact.

What are the age requirements to live in a sober living home?

Sober living residences accept adults 18 and older, with no upper age limit. Age-related questions specific to a particular residence are covered during the intake call.