Des Moines, Iowa · NARR Level II Pathway

Structured recovery.
Every single day.

AfterHouse runs a real program — daily accountability check-ins, required meetings, random drug testing, and weekly check-ins with the house manager. Not just a bed to sleep in.

7am Morning wake-up
3×/wk Min. AA/NA meetings
10pm Nightly curfew
$550 All-inclusive / month

A schedule that builds habits.

Structure is a recovery asset. Every day at AfterHouse follows a consistent framework — not rigid, but reliable enough that residents aren't winging it.

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7:00 AM
Morning Wake-Up
All residents up. Personal hygiene, breakfast, prepare for the day.
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8:00 AM
Morning House Meeting
Daily accountability check-in. Goals for the day, any issues surfaced, house business addressed.
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9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Work, School & Treatment
Residents pursue employment, education, or outpatient treatment appointments during daytime hours.
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Evenings (Rotating)
AA / NA / SMART Recovery Meetings
Minimum 3 meetings per week required. Meeting attendance is logged and verified weekly.
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6:00 – 8:00 PM
Shared Evening Time
Dinner, downtime, household chores (rotating schedule). No outside guests after 8pm.
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10:00 PM
Curfew
All residents must be in the house. Exceptions by prior arrangement with house manager only.
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11:00 PM
Quiet Hours Begin
Common areas quiet. Respect for housemates who may be sleeping or working early shifts.
Weekly Rhythm
Consistency you can count on.
  • Sunday evening house meeting — weekly planning and any rule reviews
  • Wednesday or Thursday — one-on-one check-in with house manager
  • Random drug testing at least once per month per resident
  • Rotating chore assignments posted weekly
  • Meeting log review every Friday — minimum attendance verified
  • Employment or school progress discussed at weekly check-in
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Discharge planners: we provide structured, verifiable accountability that supports continued sobriety after treatment ends.

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We hold the standard.
So residents can build one.

Real accountability isn't punitive — it's a framework that removes ambiguity and gives residents a foundation to stand on. Here's how we enforce it.

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Drug Testing Policy
Random and scheduled drug testing is a non-negotiable condition of residency. Residents are tested at least monthly, with unannounced tests possible at any time.
Positive test or refusal = immediate review. First offense: corrective action plan. Second offense: departure.
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Meeting Attendance Requirements
Residents are required to attend a minimum of 3 AA, NA, or SMART Recovery meetings per week. Attendance is self-reported and verified through meeting logs reviewed weekly.
Meeting types accepted: AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, and other evidence-based peer support programs.
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Weekly House Manager Check-Ins
Every resident has a one-on-one with the house manager each week. This is where goals are reviewed, concerns are raised, and progress is tracked — privately, without judgment.
Check-ins are confidential. Notes shared with treatment providers only with explicit resident consent.
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Compliance Tracking
Curfew compliance, meeting logs, chore completion, and drug test results are tracked over time. Residents with consistent compliance build a track record that supports housing applications later.
Progress reports available to referring treatment centers with resident consent.

$550 / month.
Everything covered.

The monthly rate is all-inclusive. No surprise utility bills, no separate Wi-Fi charges — one payment, everything you need to focus on recovery.

  • Furnished private bedroom
  • All utilities included
  • High-speed Wi-Fi
  • Full kitchen access
  • In-unit laundry
  • Parking on-site
  • Common areas (living room, dining)
  • House manager on-site
  • Meeting attendance support
  • Employment assistance resources

Note on payment: AfterHouse is a self-pay program at $550/month, paid directly by residents from their employment income. We don't accept insurance, county funding, or state contracts in year one. If you're transitioning from treatment and timing is tight, contact us — we'll work with you.

Monthly Rate
$550
per month, all-inclusive
Same-day intake available when a bed is open.
No waiting lists. Call or apply online to check availability.

Weekly rate: $138–$162/week for short-term stays.
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How to get in.

The process is simple. We review every application personally and move fast — because people transitioning out of treatment can't afford to wait.

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Submit an application online

Complete the short application at afterhouserecov.com/site/apply.html. Takes about 5 minutes. We ask about your treatment history, sobriety date, employment status, and emergency contact.

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We review within 24 hours

The house manager reviews every application personally. You'll get a call or email response within 24 hours — usually same day. If a bed is open and you meet criteria, we'll discuss move-in.

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Intake conversation

A short call with the house manager to confirm fit, answer your questions, and walk through the house rules. Same-day intake is available when beds are open.

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Move in and start the program

First month's rent required at move-in. Residents sign the house rules agreement and begin the daily program immediately. The house manager does an orientation the first day.

Who we accept: Adult men, 18+, post-treatment (inpatient or outpatient), committed to sobriety, able to pay $550/month.

NARR Level II standards.
Peer-run. Drug-free. Structured.

AfterHouse is on the NARR Level II certification pathway — peer-supported, structured, not clinical. This is the right environment for people who've completed treatment and need accountability without institutional oversight.

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    Peer-run environment

    Residents support each other. The house manager facilitates — the community enforces the standard together.

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    Strictly drug-free

    Zero tolerance for substances on the premises. Random testing enforces this at the program level, not just by policy.

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    House manager on-site

    Not a clinical placement — but a knowledgeable, accountable presence who knows every resident and tracks progress.

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    Structured, not clinical

    No clinical services delivered on-site. Residents work with their own outpatient providers. We provide the structure and housing, not the therapy.

Certification Pathway

AfterHouse Recovery is actively pursuing NARR (National Alliance for Recovery Residences) Level II certification — the recognized national standard for recovery housing quality. Operating at those standards in practice now.

  • NARR Level II pathway in progress
  • NARR Level II certification pathway in progress
  • Meeting Iowa's highest recovery housing standards
  • Accountability documentation available for referring providers

For treatment centers evaluating AfterHouse as a referral destination — download the full referral packet for program details, admission criteria, and contact information.

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Ready to apply?

Beds go fast. If you're finishing treatment or know someone who is, apply now. We move quickly and can often do same-day intake.