the freemen house

What the freemen house does

The Freemen House, legally The Freemen Organization LLC, is a faith-based, 12-Step sober living operator founded in 2005 by Shawn Richardson in Dover, New Hampshire. The organization runs six recovery residences across Dover and Rochester, NH, serving adult men and women recovering from alcoholism and substance use disorder through structured, gender-specific houses (Stark Ave, Spring House, Elliott Bell House in Rochester) plus a step-down graduation residence (Maverick's House). Programming combines AA/NA/HA 12-Step work with spiritual mentorship, life-skills training, employment requirements, and community accountability, with residents encouraged to commit a minimum of three months and ideally one year.

The underlying operating model is service-intensive and human-led rather than technology-led. No proprietary technology platform is described; the organization uses a standard website, online application forms, and third-party Matterport 3D virtual tours to showcase houses. Acquisition is community-led: word-of-mouth within recovery circles, partnerships with area rehabs and local churches, alumni referrals, and Google reviews rated "Excellent" on 44 reviews as of May 2025. The organization is NHCORR-certified (New Hampshire Coalition of Recovery Residences) and led by founder Shawn Richardson (director) and co-founder Leah Richardson.

The Freemen House generates revenue from resident housing payments (recurring rent), donations (which donors can direct to specific houses or programs), and branded merchandise sales (shirts, sweatshirts, hats). Pricing is not publicly disclosed and varies by house and residency term, with scholarships available so finances are not a barrier to entry. The organization is privately held, founder-owned, with no evidence of institutional investment, and operates from its headquarters at 12 Stark Ave, Dover, NH 03820.

Name

the freemen house

Legal name

The Freemen Organization LLC

Website

https://thefreemenhouse.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Freemen House operates six faith-based, 12-Step sober living residences in Dover and Rochester, NH, serving adult men and women recovering from alcoholism and substance use disorder through structured community living, spiritual mentorship, and gender-specific housing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sober Living Recovery Services

NAICS

Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (623220), Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (62322), 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)

Keywords

• Sober living housing
• Substance use recovery
• 12-step recovery program
• Faith-based recovery
• Addiction recovery residences

Headquarters

HQ city

Dover

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Resident Housing/Rent: Residents pay rent for housing in the recovery houses. The program requires residents to maintain employment and financial responsibility, suggesting rent is a primary revenue stream. Financial assistance through scholarships is available for those who need help between move-in and their first paycheck.
2. Donations: The organization accepts donations which directly support the program and residents. Donors can specify where their donations are applied (particular house, supplies, family dinner, etc.).
3. Merchandise Sales: The Freemen House sells branded merchandise including shirts, sweatshirts, and hats. Proceeds support the organization and help spread awareness.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Freemen House operates faith-based, 12-Step sober living residences for adults recovering from substance use disorders. It runs six recovery houses in Dover and Rochester, NH, providing safe, substance-free housing, spiritual development, peer accountability, and life skills training integrated with AA/NA/HA 12-step work. Residents pay rent to live in gender-specific houses (men's and women's), with a graduated living pathway through Maverick's House, and participate in weekly family dinners and community service.

Product overview

The Freemen House is a 12-Step, substance-free sober living community operating six recovery residences in Dover and Rochester, NH. The core offering is the recovery program combining spiritual-centered recovery, 12-step work (AA/NA/HA), life skills development, employment support, and community integration. The portfolio includes four named houses (Elliott Bell House, Maverick's House, Spring House, and Stark Ave House) serving men and women separately, with Maverick's House serving as a graduation house for those in later program stages. Application services provide pathways for both residents seeking to join the community and experienced individuals applying for Recovery Lead or Spiritual Lead leadership roles. Houses feature amenities including 3D Matterport virtual tours, outdoor spaces, and are certified by NHCORR as meeting standards for recovery residences.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Freemen House Recovery Program A 12-Step, substance-free sober living community providing structured recovery support, spiritual development, and life skills training for men and women in recovery from alcoholism and substance use disorder.
• Stark Ave House The original recovery residence featuring original hardwood floors, a rustic woodstove, two kitchens, two dining rooms, three bathrooms, six bedrooms, and a fenced backyard with fire pit, including a 3D virtual tour.
• Elliott Bell House

Quantifiable outcome

• 44 Google Reviews with 'Excellent' rating
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Area Rehab FacilitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with many area rehabilitation facilities provide a steady pipeline of residents transitioning from formal treatment to sober living. These partnerships allow for coordinated care and continued recovery support.
• Local ChurchescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with local churches provides spiritual support, community connections, and volunteer opportunities. Some churches have been instrumental in supporting the organization's mission, including one individual who purchased a house in Somersworth to continue the recovery work.
• Selah FilmsminorOthersPartner organization featured in the community section with logo displayed.
• Ignite BPSminorOthersPartner organization featured in the community section with logo displayed.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Oxford House: Oxford House is the largest network of sober living homes in the United States, operating thousands of self-governing residences for individuals in recovery from substance use disorder. It is a directly comparable sober living model serving a similar resident population through community-led housing.
• Sober Living America: Sober Living America is a recovery residence network offering structured sober living homes in multiple U.S. markets, with a focus on peer-supported recovery and accountability. It directly competes with The Freemen House for residents seeking sober living environments in the broader New England region.
• Stepping Stone Sober Living: Stepping Stone Sober Living operates recovery residences with a structured 12-step-oriented program for men and women in recovery. It is directly comparable in program model, target resident, and house-based delivery approach.

Regional players

• Granite Recovery Centers: Granite Recovery Centers operates residential treatment and sober living programs across New Hampshire and New England. It overlaps with The Freemen House in the same regional market and shares the referral pipeline from area rehabs into sober living, making it a direct local competitor.
• The Lighthouse Recovery Home: The Lighthouse Recovery Home is a faith-based, 12-step recovery residence operating in New Hampshire. It shares the same faith-centered 12-step recovery philosophy, regional geography, and resident profile as The Freemen House, making it a closely comparable regional peer.
• Crossroads House (NH): Crossroads House is a New Hampshire-based recovery residence providing structured sober living for men and women. It is a regional peer operating in a similar geography and with a comparable resident population and 12-step oriented program model.

Broad incumbents

• Valley Hope Association: Valley Hope is an established addiction treatment provider offering residential treatment and sober living/extended care across multiple U.S. states. It is a broader incumbent in the recovery housing space with overlapping service lines and a referral relationship to sober living homes.
• CleanSlate Centers: CleanSlate is a multi-state outpatient addiction treatment provider with locations across New England. While focused on outpatient medication-assisted treatment, it operates in the same recovery ecosystem and shares referral pathways with sober living residences.
• American Addiction Centers: American Addiction Centers operates residential treatment facilities, sober living, and outpatient programs nationwide. It is a broad incumbent in the recovery services space and a relevant comparable for the operational structure of integrated sober living services.

Others

• New Hampshire Coalition of Recovery Residences (NHCORR): NHCORR is the statewide coalition that certifies recovery residences in New Hampshire, including The Freemen House. It is a peer/ecosystem organization rather than a direct competitor, but its member directory shapes the addressable market and competitive set in NH.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/thefreemenhouse
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-freemen-house

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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