I personally checked into Caso Sobol lifestyle after a stay in a recent rehabilitation facility. I had no idea what to expect, but was greeted by the staff with a friendly and welcoming attitude, even though it was almost 12 o'clock at night, when I arrived. I found the house to be beautiful and spacious. AST director Michael M was gracious enough to give me a quick rundown of all the rules, and a urinalysis, as this is a zero tolerance drug-free facility. As I settled in and got to know the other members of the household, I realized what a great find. Very friendly residents who are very outgoing to show you the ropes. There is also all you can eat food 24 hours a day as long as you clean up after yourself one group meal is served per weeknight with a house meeting on Sunday I found the whole experience of the way the house was brand to be very professional and organized And were quick to handle situations among the other residence. Another great aspect of the facility is that they will be responsible for handing meds out to the residence as needed. Believe me, I did my research when looking for a facility to move to. I had heard all the horror stories of people stuffing four individuals into a room made for one! I assure you this is not the case and every bed is a least a queen size . The house is clean and immaculate at all times as all the house guests help out. Truly an awesome place to start if you want to stay sober ! I would give this facility five stars and another five just for the staff! They really make the place what it is. Respectfully, Michael read more

It pretty funny reading some of the reviews from former clients. The owner required them to write 5 star reviews so they could be back allowed in the house. I stayed at Casa Paz for 6 months and boy It was a experience. I chose this house because they provide transportation to and from work and because of the beautiful house. They also have a food program that's included in rent. They do a great job stalking the house with food and getting anything special that you request. I shared the master bedroom with two other awesome girls. I totally appreciated having a queen size bed too! I swear every other sober living has as many twin size beds as possible crammed into a room. Our room did have ants tho... and no we didn't have food in our room. They provided us with ant traps but the traps would just leek sticky gel everywhere and the ants would be back in a week. One of the main reasons I gave them such a low rating is because it felt like staff went out of there way to sure you didn't feel at home... I tried to hang up one of my paintings and got yelled at, accidentally leaving a notebook downstairs and it gets thrown away, and management seems to threaten to kick you out over any thing. You would think paying 1700 a month would offer a more home vibe. I personally didn't clash well with management. A couple of staff had a toxic masculine /aggressive way of handling things. Lots of anger, yelling and heated confrontation. Even staff verbally/ physically abusing clients. I've always been the type of person who wants to know the reason behind things so I could have better understanding. They say they deal with everyone on a "case by case scenario ". But it's really just a huge playing favorites game! It's clear as day to house that they were certain people(clients) who were treated better; such as, not having to do there chores or/and always have the easier ones, getting extra rides, rides to and from airports, outcome after relapse and etc. When a client relapses they either get kicked out , have to pay for hotel for 3 days, temporary moved to the other Casasober house, or no punishment at all. I have even witness managers covering for the clients after a re-lapse and pushing it under the rug. It seems the main factors are monetary gain and personal favorites when dealing with this type of situation. My personal option is they shouldn't run a co-ed sober living. A few of the house managers evecross professional boundaries and take advantage of female clients in the position are in . It's fuck up place and I would avoid. At the end of a day I forget this place is a business in the main goals to make money, The owner has no problem rolling up in her Escalade and flashing her money while clients pay almost 2g a month to share a room with 2 other people. . But yeah avoid like the plague. Recovery is amazing but places like this just take advantage of people in a rough spot. read more

My stay at Casa Bonita after my treatment program was the perfect step-down I needed to transition back to daily life. Donna and Rich were both friendly and professional throughout my stay there. The house was always welcoming, well-maintained and very clean. The neighborhood was nice and quiet while centrally located with a grocery, pharmacy, etc. within walking distance. The house rules (e.g., check in and out, chores, etc.) as well as routine drug testing were easy to follow and never a hassle. I was able to successfully transition back to my full-time work while I was there as well as work a good program and get connected to a solid sober network. I'm grateful for my experience at Casa Bonita and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a relaxed, supportive sober living house. read more

This place has made me a better person, and it is truly the best in its class - not just in the area, but period. I moved from Oakland to San Diego County to live here. Years of off-and-on drug use took a turn for the worse and became a regular pattern after the passing of my mother in 2014. I started doing meth and heroin in monthly binges and couldn't stop. I left rehab in March 2016 and tried sober living in Northern California, but was dissatisfied with the cold, corporate nature of the "best" sober living company there (superficially "nice" premises), and the implied pressure to do recovery one certain way. I did meticulous research and found Casa Sober Lifestyle, and took Amtrak down and my life has changed tremendously--my entire worldview has changed. I've lived at Blanca since April. The house managers care for us like we're their own children. The testimonials and Donna's kind nature (over the phone) convinced me I had made a great choice, but I was really struck by how open minded, compassionate, accepting and empathetic my house managers were -- my (high) expectations were greatly exceeded. Louie and Mike live on premises and make an outstanding team. Louie understands human behavior better than many people I've seen with advanced psychology degrees, and is a mentor for me. High-quality food is included and delivered to us, and we can request more or less whatever we want for shopping trips and meals we prepare cooperatively. I remember coming into Casa Blanca Retreat (Vista location) unsure of myself.. feeling very stuck, like I'd failed my family and I was permanently mamed by drug abuse and trauma, too old (34 years old) to matter. In fact, I remember walking into morning meditation the first day -- the topic was self-respect, and saying "Well, I don't have a lot of self respect, but I see that you all do, and I respect everyone here, so I'll start with that." So I did. They have truly helped me learn to love and accept myself and others. I have grown so much due to this place. The house managers take an active interest in each client. A lot of what I've learned has come simply from watching how my house managers deal with life, they are courageously vulnerable when sharing their past and life experiences, and we get a dose of that every morning in meditation. When they have something to say to me, or the house in our morning group, I listen. Not because of their title but because of who they are. Rather than simply being constantly told what to do, they model behavior for all of us and motivate by example. I can't thank Mike enough for being persistent and patient with me as he helped me learn to become more organized.....In fact, my psychiatrist re-assessed me for ADHD and I have had that removed from my chart! There's a great bonus to living in a Casa home: When we go about our day, we text or call the house managers to let them know what we're up to. If we're in some sort of funk, or trouble, they'll call us, and if we're truly in a situation where we're on the verge of using (or some other emergency) and nothing will stop us from doing so (a card I hope I will never have to play), they'll drop whatever they're doing and come and pick us up. I have gained so much self-confidence from having urges to drink and having Louie and Mike talk me through them - I realized I had the power within me all along to never drink or use again. Community issues are handled swiftly, and we grow together and get through interpersonal difficulties in a non-confrontational, solution-oriented matter. House maintenance is also handled swiftly and professionally. I have to stress an important point here. Casa believes (as I do) that recovery is a "Recipe", often evolving, of one's own choices. As someone who primarily uses SMART recovery and psychotherapy as external supports, I was relieved that I could make my own choices about how I wanted to craft my program and not be forced into anything in particular. I have crafted the recipe now to include occasional 12-step meetings, Intensive Outpatient and Refuge Recovery as well. I am also openly gay and struggle with depression and anxiety issues - and have never felt "othered" here. Period. Please be aware, Casa has four locations: One in Vista (Blanca), Carlsbad (La Paz), San Clemente (Esperanza), and one in San Diego (Bonita). The only drawback to being at Blanca is that transit is not walking distance (it is at the other locations). Transportation can be arranged in advance, however, and often can be arranged the same day depending on staff availability. Uber from the Buena Creek Sprinter station costs about $6 which I only use occasionally. The benefit? The gorgeous views (see the website). Wherever you are in the country, and whatever your issues are, give them a call. It may be the best life investment you ever make. read more

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I'm writing this for anyone deciding sober living after treatment. I entered here after a positive stay at Casa Palmera. Let me tell you that there are some great people there, but your recovery could be set back quite a bit. I have tremendous respect for folks like Louie and Rudy, however, anyone is accepted if you have money. I was forced to room with someone from an upper-class background addicted to powerful prescription drugs. Months go by with my processing of what happened to me, and it took enough to realize the individual I was living with has Narcissistic Personality Disorder, textbook definition. We certainly have all our problems in recovery, but this person in Casa de Paz has been flying under the radar, except for the person who lived with them, and Jeremy, a previous supervisor. I would have handled the situation much differently, when I couldn't take all the abuse. However I will say despite the positive connections, even if life gets long, your recovery could be set back quite a bit living with someone on powerful drugs, like mine had, living with a personality of this kind. I was set of homeless because of cunning manipulation and experiences. I had to enter more treatment around them, and what it did to my psyche. Although I was allowed a new place, I still recover and work on the emotional and verbal abuse, my character attacked and lied about multiple times, before a greater incident. Fortunately I have learned to be more cautious in my living arrangements. I was slightly frustrated with how it was all swept under the rug by Donna, the staff did their best to accommodate, but any drug-addict can still be there and not be held accountable for their actions and words, which is something I have to write about in my opinion. My items were stolen by this individual, and it is sad to see how it was handled to this. Avoid Casa de Paz, I'm hoping the owners see this situation, and know I am trying to write with a good heart, and my own catharsis. I am off all drugs, and prescriptions, as well, still uncovering the layers of the abuse that occurred, continuing to find peace. read more

Look no further for a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment to continue your journey in recovery. The process of finding a sober living can be incredibly stressful, anxiety-provoking, and can feel like a leap into the unknown. When I found Casa Sober Lifestyle, I had just completed my second residential program and was incredibly excited at the prospect of this sobriety attempt being the one that got and kept me sober for good. I was willing, open-minded and hopeful -- the only thing missing was a supportive sober living environment to transition to from treatment in order to ensure my continued success in recovery. I have always been naturally skeptical of sober livings, as whenever I would prepare to move into one from treatment, there would be so many unknowns: Would the people there be supportive and welcoming? Would the environment be a help or a hindrance (in terms of the level of commitment of other residents in the home to recovery) or would it just be a place where I would be confronted with temptation at every turn? Would the house be somewhere I would be proud to call home and could start to build a life for myself, or just another checkpoint to drift through on the long road to recovery? Casa Sober Lifestyle put all these questions to rest and eased all of my previous fears about sober livings. From the first day, I knew Casa De Paz was going to be unlike any other sober living I had lived in. The well-structured environment and professionalism of the staff instantly put me at ease, and I was greeted by smiling, caring, and helpful staff who were willing to go out of their way to help me in any way they could. Rather than only asking me about rent payments and then sending me to my room (as many other sober livings I have been to did), Louie and Hurley sat with me in the office and asked me about my journey in recovery, how it was going, and if they could do anything to help me better myself (taking me to meetings, helping me find a sponsor, etc.). Although as addicts we are often instinctually opposed to structure, things as simple as the whole house being required to attend 8 A.M. group meditation and discussion helped me immensely to regularize my sleep schedule and get a positive, spiritual start to my day. When I first walked through the door, I was also struck by the beauty of the home. I instantly knew this would be a place I would be proud to call home and excited to have an extended stay at. It didn't feel like I was just a temporary resident at a house, but a family member in a home. De Paz house is incredibly social and there are always residents around the house willing to listen if you are having a hard day, help you get to meetings, and form healthy friendships with you based on their shared desire to better their lives (unlike the bonds we formed out there using). The professionalism and the experience of the staff is reflected in the type of residents that end up staying at de Paz -- anyone who is not serious about recovery or who is making the environment unsafe is immediately recognized by the staff and asked to leave the home. In other sober livings I've been to in the past, the staff are not as experienced, and so sometimes residents who are unhealthy for the community would fly under the radar for a bit -- but not at Casa Sober Lifestyle. This home is for people who are serious not only about being a sober, but also about making recovery an entire way of life. The Koi pond in the backyard was an excellent environment to help me get some spirituality in my days there, and I really enjoyed putting on a guided meditation on my phone and sitting there for hours on end. The views of La Costa and the Omni Resort and Golf Course from the back porch are extremely serene and picturesque. I could go on for days about how much Casa Sober Lifestyle and it's management/staff (Donna, Louie, Hurley, Jeremy) helped me, but just know this: I was extremely doubtful about sober living being an environment that would help my recovery due to bad previous experiences at other places, and Casa Sober Lifestyle changed by whole view on what a sober living could be. The safe, structured, clean, beautiful, and professional environment there made me feel at home and gave me a 2nd family. I am forever grateful to Donna (the director), Louie (assistant director), and the house staff (Rudy, Jake) for providing an environment where I made changes to my life that I know will last a lifetime and where I grew more than I could have ever dreamed. If you are in that uncertain phase of searching for a sober living and not knowing what is coming next on your path in recovery, look no further. Casa Sober Lifestyle is everything you could want out of a sober living home and much more. There is simply no other place that will provide the level of care, professionalism, safety, and loving support that Casa Sober Lifestyle will for you and your recovery. read more

My son has had a problem with substances since Middle School, and was also in and out of some short stints in jail. His father and I sent him to rehab and sober living multiple times, but each time he either got kicked out and/or relapsed. The last time he was arrested, he was facing a maximum of a lifetime in jail. Through the help of good attorneys, he got out of jail and was allowed to go to yet another rehab in San Diego. From rehab, he wanted to go to a sober living in San Diego and found Casa Sober Lifestyle. If it wasn't for the outstanding staff and the great structure this environment provided, I think he would have relapsed again. He used to have issues with authority, cleanliness and organization, and I have to say all of that has improved 100% since living at Casa. I have visited there a few times myself, and found the environment to be warm and inviting, not to mention beautiful inside and out. I would recommend this place to anyone who is serious about their recovery or about their adult child's recovery. read more

This place has been an amazing part of my recovery. If you are ready to get your life in order and your priorities straight, I highly recommend this place as a safe and sober environment. read more

I was a hopeless Alcoholic with many attempts at sobriety. My last option was to try a sober living home after detox. Casa Blanca was an amazing place for me to begin my sober life and get a healthy daily routine going. The home is gorgeous and well kept. The house manager is very caring and loving. The staff is available to assist in any way possible, from transportation needs to personal needs. It is a secluded location that allows for concentrating on myself and what I needed to do to, yet close enough to local transportation and shopping centers,etc. I was in other places prior to moving here and this was the best, by far. It is everthing it advertises to be, unlike most other sober living homes. I strongly recommend this place to anyone looking for serious sobriety in a safe and comfortable environment. read more

i have been at casa de paz for 3 months. i love it, i am happy to call this place home! i was in the mental hospital and was able to arrange a move in date. the house manager michael at casa de paz brightens my day and gives the house a home feeling. i have been at other sober livings in orange county and nothing compares to this place. the house is very therapudic. i chose to come to this house because i needed the structure this house provides. for the first time in my recovery i have felt pure about staying sober! casa sober lifestyles manager donna is a sweetheart! the houses all come together on the holidays (like a family) and have partys and enjoy one another. i love the acceptance i get here! i have built friendships and a sober community down here thanks to the house! read more

In March 2014 I took a plane from NYC to San Diego in hopes of changing my life. I entered Casa sober lifestyle after spending a month in rehab. The day I entered Casa I was treated like family. I didn't know what to expect, I just knew I needed more help and wasn't able to go on my own. I was spiritually, mentally, and physically broken walking into Casa. Michael who is the house manager of depaz gave me the confidence and strength everyday just to keep going, and the director of Casa, Donna is a very caring and amazing woman and will accommodate your every need. Casa isn't like any other sober living, they CARE and HELP you, while every other sober living just takes your money and makes sure you're home by curfew. Casa helped me more than the rehab I went to did & that's saying something....In September I left Casa sober lifestyle a new person. I'm back in New York, sober, happy and finishing up my bachelors degree in two semesters. If you're reading this and you or someone you know needs help recovering, call Casa and speak to Michael or Donna and they will 100% help you. My life is completely changed and I don't know where I would be without this company & people. read more

We operate an Intensive Outpatient Treatment Center in North County of San Diego and have had several Casa Sober Lifestyle residents that enrolled in our program. Our experience with Donna and her staff has been fantastic. It is evident that they truly care for the well-being of their residents as they routinely go above and beyond the call of duty to help their residents stay on the path of sobriety. If you are looking for a safe, supportive and caring environment at an affordable rate Casa Sober Lifestyle is a great choice! read more

i lived here for around seven months when i first left inpatient treatment. while the hill is too big to walk down and too steep to bike up, the staff will accommodate requests for transportation, and you can arrange transportation based around your programming or work hours. staff took me to my first twelve step meetings in the area and introduced me to my sponsor and my fellowship which absolutely changed my life. as a disclaimer, if you're interested in moving in, i would ask the house managers if you're going to be in the guest house or the main house, as the guest house requires a walk to get to the kitchen and laundry room. if you're willing to go to any lengths for your recovery and stay sober, however, the environment is good for that. staff is friendly and i was able to develop personal relationships with them and confide with them about my struggles in early sobriety. they taught me a lot about how to structure my life and in return i was given freedom. take advantage of the opportunity to start your new life. read more