The Runwell Guide
You don’t have to know the language to find help.
Recovery housing has its own vocabulary — levels, MAT, NARR, Oxford, Section 8. We translate it all here, in plain English, with no judgment and no jargon.
The four levels of recovery housing
Level I, II, III, IV — what they mean, who they serve, and how to know which fits.
How people pay for it
Self-pay, Medicaid, sliding scales, scholarships. Plus state and federal programs that help.
Questions to ask on a tour
The things that really matter — beyond bed count and rent.
Red flags to watch for
Not every home is a good home. How to tell the real ones from the rest.
For families and loved ones
How to help without enabling. How to stay hopeful. How to choose together.
Need to talk to a human?
SAMHSA’s free, confidential helpline is open 24/7, in English and Spanish. Trained professionals can help you find treatment and recovery services.
Call SAMHSA · 1-800-662-4357