THRIVE RECOVERY

Here we choose to Thrive

There are only three ways to live. Sinking, Surviving and Thriving.

Thrive Recovery: A Peer-Run Sober Living Home in Chester, Virginia.


In the journey of addiction recovery, the environment you return to can make all the difference. That’s where Thrive Recovery, a peer-run sober living home in Chester, Virginia, stands out. Thrive Recovery isn’t just a place to live—it’s a supportive, empowering community where people in recovery help each other stay accountable and grow stronger every day.

What Makes Thrive Recovery Different?
Unlike traditional treatment centers or transitional housing, Thrive Recovery is entirely peer-run. This means that the people overseeing daily operations have firsthand experience with addiction and recovery. They’ve walked the same path and now serve as mentors, role models, and living proof that recovery is possible.
This peer-based structure fosters deep connections and mutual respect, creating a culture of trust and solidarity that can be hard to find in more clinical environments.

A Safe and Supportive Environment in Chester, VA
Located in the heart of Chester, Virginia, Thrive Recovery offers more than just a roof over your head. Residents live in a structured, drug- and alcohol-free environment where they can focus on personal growth, employment, and rebuilding family relationships. With easy access to local meetings, jobs, and transportation, it’s an ideal setting for individuals committed to long-term recovery.

Key features include:
Accountability and structure with house meetings, curfews, and chore responsibilities
Peer support from others who understand the recovery process firsthand
Safe, substance-free housing to reduce reoccurrence risk
Strong connections to local 12-step programs and recovery resources along with in house meetings

Who Can Benefit from Peer-Run Sober Living?
Thrive Recovery welcomes individuals who have completed a detox or inpatient rehab program and are ready for the next step. Whether you’re leaving treatment or just looking for a fresh start, sober living at Thrive can provide the stability and support you need to thrive—not just survive.
People who benefit most from this kind of sober living home:
Are committed to sobriety
Need structure and accountability
Value community and peer support
Are ready to work, attend meetings, and participate actively in recovery
Why Chester, Virginia?
Chester offers a unique balance of small-town charm and access to broader recovery services in nearby Richmond. It’s a community that encourages healing—quiet enough for focus and reflection, yet connected enough to provide opportunities for work, service, and reintegration.
Join the Thrive Recovery Community
If you or someone you love is looking for a sober living home in Chester, VA, consider Thrive Recovery. This peer-run home isn’t just about staying clean—it’s about building a new life with others who truly understand what you’re going through.
Contact Thrive Recovery today to learn about availability, house requirements, or schedule a tour. Start the next chapter of your recovery journey in a place where community, compassion, and commitment come together.

What We Offer

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— Peer Support

Peer support allows individuals to connect with others who truly understand their struggles because they have experienced similar challenges.

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— Employment assistance

Helping individuals restore a sense of purpose, responsibility and independence.

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— Religious and non religious support

Whether you consider yourself religious or not, there is a recovery path for you here at Thrive.

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— SMART Recovery groups

SMART recovery is a scientific approach to a recovery meeting. It focuses on building and maintaining motivation, coping with urges, managing thoughts feelings and behaviors, and living a balanced lifestyle.

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— In home workout equipment​

Having workout equipment readily available helps to eliminate excuses for prioritizing our health.

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— Free Recreational outings

These activities promote mental and emotional well being, reduce stress and offer a sense of fun and connection.

Impact Stories​

L.

I don’t think you know how many other lives you are going to impact. I can truly tell you care and are in this business for the right reasons.

Buddy

I came here concerned that I would just be seen as a number and by the end of our first conversation, I knew you truly cared. By the end of the day I knew this was your calling.