Sober living on the Upper East Side, between two parks.
The neighborhood is part of the program. Quiet blocks, green space in both directions, and everything a new routine needs within a few minutes' walk.
Location and convenience are key.
A sober life in the city, from day one
Early recovery asks you to replace old routines with new ones. The Upper East Side makes that easier. Mornings start with a run around the Central Park Reservoir or a walk along the East River Esplanade. Afternoons go to work, school, outpatient treatment or the gym. Evenings mean a meeting, dinner at the house, or the Wednesday Night Meeting with residents and alumni.
When residents are ready for the next phase, the neighborhood stays useful: it is a short subway ride to jobs in Midtown, campuses across Manhattan and apartments in every borough.
Read our guide to sober things to do on the Upper East Side.
About the neighborhood
Where exactly is the Grassroot house?
On the Upper East Side of Manhattan, between Central Park and the East River. We share the street address with families and referral partners once a move-in or visit is being planned, to protect our residents' privacy.
Is the Upper East Side a good place to get sober?
For many people, yes. It is quieter than downtown nightlife neighborhoods, has two large parks for walking and exercise, plenty of gyms and meetings nearby, and fast subway access to jobs, schools and treatment across the city.
How do residents get around?
Mostly on foot and by subway. The Q train along Second Avenue and the 4, 5 and 6 trains along Lexington Avenue connect the neighborhood to Midtown, downtown and the Bronx.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
Tell us a little about where you or your person are right now. We will listen, answer every question about the house and the program, and help you decide on the right next step, even if it is not Grassroot.