Clean and Sober Transitional Living℠

What Clean and Sober Transitional Living℠ does

Clean and Sober Transitional Living (CSTL) is a private, founder-owned sober living operator based in Fair Oaks, California, founded in 1989 by Don Troutman. The company provides a two-phase intentional living program for adults recovering from substance use disorders. Phase One delivers structured sober living housing on 'The Block' — six clustered homes surrounding the centrally located Jeanie's House Meeting House — offering shared furnished rooms, three daily meals, on-site 12-step meetings, random drug testing, mandatory curfews, and peer-governed accountability through a Judicial Committee. Phase Two provides less restrictive private furnished single rooms for residents resuming work or school, with monthly rents set at approximately one-third of local one-bedroom furnished apartments.

The underlying operating model is intentionally low-technology: there is no proprietary software platform, no digital product, and no API; service delivery is mediated by in-person peer support, communal meals, and 12-step meeting attendance. Revenue is generated entirely through private-pay monthly subscriptions (no insurance accepted), with all-inclusive Phase One pricing covering room, board, utilities, WiFi, laundry, cable, and on-site meetings. Distribution runs through direct phone outreach (916-961-2691), website inquiries, in-person tours, treatment-center referrals, and community events such as the annual Recovery Happens gathering at the State Capitol.

Across 14 homes and 134–218 beds (including affiliated Palm House and Bohemian House), CSTL is Sacramento's largest and oldest (35+ years) sober living program, with 7,000+ alumni and 55%+ of current residents in residence for over one year. The company is registered with the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP), recognized as a 'best practice' by the Alcohol Research Group, and has been commended by the California State Legislature. Recent professionalization steps include the 2024 appointment of a COO (David Gregory) and CMO (Bill Templeton, formerly CEO of The Money Store), alongside the 2023 addition of two new homes to meet demand.

Name

Clean and Sober Transitional Living℠

Legal name

Clean and Sober Transitional Living

Website

https://clean-and-sober-living.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Clean and Sober Transitional Living (CSTL) operates a two-phase, peer-driven sober living program in Fair Oaks, California for adults recovering from substance use disorders, serving 134–218 residents across 14 homes under monthly private-pay subscriptions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sober Living Housing Services

NAICS

Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (623220), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities (6232)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro primary industry

Peer Support, Recovery Coaching & Sober Living Services (HLAFACAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Substance Use Recovery & Harm Reduction Support Services (BPAGAEAO)

Keywords

• Sober living housing
• Transitional recovery housing
• Addiction recovery residence
• Peer-supported recovery
• 12-step recovery housing

Headquarters

HQ city

Fair Oaks

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Room and Board - Phase One: Monthly room and board payments including three meals daily, utilities, WiFi, laundry facilities, cable TV, and access to on-site 12-step meetings. Residents receive twin-size bed, dresser, and shared closet space.
2. Room and Board - Phase Two: Monthly rent for private furnished single rooms in beautiful neighborhoods. Includes all utilities, cable TV, kitchen amenities, free parking. Approximately one-third of local one-bedroom apartment costs. No hidden charges.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Clean and Sober Transitional Living (CSTL) operates a two-phase sober living housing program in Fair Oaks, California, providing room and board for adults recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. Phase One offers structured shared housing with three daily meals, curfews, and mandatory 12-step meetings; Phase Two provides less restrictive private furnished rooms for residents re-entering work or school. Services include peer governance, random drug testing, on-site AA/NA meetings, and a community of over 7,000 alumni since 1989.

Product overview

Clean and Sober Transitional Living (CSTL) operates as a two-phase intentional living program for adults recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. The Phase One program provides structured sober living housing with room and board on 'The Block' (six homes), including three daily meals, peer-governed accountability, random drug testing, and mandatory 12-step meeting attendance. Phase Two offers less restrictive private-room housing for residents who complete Phase One and wish to continue in a supportive environment while resuming work or school. The company also maintains Jeanie's House (the Meeting House) as the central community hub for meals and meetings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Phase One Sober Living Housing Phase One offers structured, peer-governed room and board sober living for adults new to recovery. Residents share bedrooms (2-3 people), receive three daily meals at the Meeting House, attend mandatory on-site AA/NA/Big Book 12-step meetings, submit to random drug and alcohol testing, observe curfews, and participate in the Judicial Committee accountability system. Twin-size bed, dresser, and shared closet space are provided.
• Phase Two Private Room Sober Living Phase Two provides less restrictive sober living for residents who have completed Phase One and want to remain in a clean and sober environment while resuming work or school. Residents receive private, single-occupancy furnished rooms in homes in Fair Oaks neighborhoods, with all utilities, cable TV, kitchen amenities, and free parking included. Monthly rent is approximately one-third of comparable local one-bedroom furnished apartments, with no hidden charges and overnight guest privileges.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 7,000 individuals helped achieve long-term sobriety since 1989
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSTL is registered with CCAPP (formerly California Association of Addiction Recovery Resources). CCAPP sponsors the annual Recovery Happens event at the State Capitol which CSTL actively participates in. CSTL presented at ABHP monthly meeting alongside CCAPP connection. Long-standing relationship since CAARR era (2001-2009 when Don Troutman served on the board).
• Association of Behavioral Health and Professionals (ABHP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSTL team presented at ABHP monthly meeting on May 24. Bill Templeton reviewed CSTL history and intentional living model, Nick Fogle covered operational procedures, and Mauro Appezzato discussed branding benefits. Event drew guests from Reno and Los Angeles.
• Fair Oaks Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDon Troutman served as President of the Board and active board member. CSTL participates in Chamber events and was nominated for Best Health and Wellness award. CSTL integrated into Fair Oaks community through volunteer work at Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Veterans Day events.
• Palm House and Bohemian HousecoreOthersRelated sober living programs operated in connection with CSTL. Palm House is all-male facility (916-547-6552), Bohemian House is all-female facility (916-547-6552). Combined with CSTL, these represent the largest sober living program in Sacramento with 218 beds.
• Mazzato Advertising and Marketing GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMauro Appezzato, President, presented at ABHP meeting on branding benefits and reviewed CSTL's successful advertising performance. Hosted CSTL website (credited in footer).

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@dontroutman7856
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clean-and-sober-transitional-living%E2%84%A0

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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