The last quarter of the 20th century has seen the rise of so-called “sober living” or “transitional living.” Some transitional living programs exist solely in rural areas of the nation, while others are hybrid residential/employment centers. In both cases, an emphasis is placed upon creating environments that help to transition individuals from being drug or alcohol addicts to fully functioning, responsible citizens. The transitional living program at Fullerton College in Brentwood, California, is one such example. The center’s unique structure helps people achieve a higher sense of self-esteem, as well as, increased productivity and community participation. “Sober Living at the Fullerton College is a social experiment unlike any other,” says Dr. Anthony Painter, director of the Transitional Living Program. “The difference between sober living homes and halfway houses is that we offer a strong support system to help the addict through the difficult steps toward recovery, while the latter tends to simply provide a facility where the addict can leave his addiction behind for a few days or weeks, then return to relapse without any long term help or structure.” Through a unique system that combines residential treatment and strong support systems, Fullerton College is able to serve its clients better than any of its competitors. One such program is the “Sober Living” program, which is designed to “rescue” individuals at risk for relapse from addiction by providing them with the tools they need to make a successful, life-long recovery. In an ideal place with excellent resources, Fullerton College offers the “comfortable, secure and loving environment” that people in recovery need. The addiction solutions offered here focus on the person’s needs rather than their symptoms, thus allowing them to develop skills that are in line with their real personality and real desire to be sober. In addition to residential treatment facilities, the college also has the Fullerton House Exchange, a network of halfway houses that provides support, guidance and resources in the areas of alcohol and drug abuse, mental health, relationship issues, and spiritual growth and enlightenment. In short, Fullerton College offers its clients more than a choice between halfway houses and sober living houses.