Blog and Resourcers - One Step

How to Make Sure Your Residents Check In for Curfew

Jul 23, 2026

Eva Hibnick Founder, One Step Software — Expert in Sober Living Operations & Recovery Technology

Key Takeaways

SAMHSA's 2023 Best Practices for Recovery Housing identifies structure, accountability, and peer support as critical components in ensuring residents check in for curfew.

Sober Living Requirements in Michigan

Jul 2, 2026

Eva Hibnick Founder, One Step Software — Expert in Sober Living Operations & Recovery Technology

Key Takeaways

Michigan does not require a state license for sober living homes that provide only housing and peer support without treatment services.

How to Vet Resident Applications for Your Sober Living Home

Jun 7, 2026

Eva Hibnick Founder, One Step Software — Expert in Sober Living Operations & Recovery Technology

Key Takeaways

NARR's Standard 3.0 requires certified recovery residences to have documented admission criteria and a thorough vetting process for new residents.

Should I Allow Residents on Suboxone in My Sober Living Home?

May 18, 2026

Eva Hibnick Founder, One Step Software — Expert in Sober Living Operations & Recovery Technology

Key Takeaways

SAMHSA's Best Practices for Recovery Housing and the federal SUPPORT Act both explicitly discuss the allowance of medication-assisted treatment in sober living homes.

How to Find a House Manager for Your Sober Living Home

Apr 29, 2026

Eva Hibnick Founder, One Step Software — Expert in Sober Living Operations & Recovery Technology

Key Takeaways

Research published in PMC on house manager roles in sober living homes found that operators most effectively support their residents when they have clear expectations and training.

Compliance Guide for Sober Living Homes

Apr 2, 2026

Eva Hibnick Founder, One Step Software — Expert in Sober Living Operations & Recovery Technology

Key Takeaways

Compliance depends on location. Rules vary by state and local laws, with no single national standard for sober living homes.

Case Study: How NALO Spalding Has Improved their Program with One Step

Mar 12, 2026

Eva Hibnick Founder, One Step Software — Expert in Sober Living Operations & Recovery Technology

Key Takeaways

Ditching manual systems leads to immediate operational gains to streamline processes and improve the quality of care provided to clients.

What KPIs and Metrics Matter Most in Sober Living Homes

Jan 23, 2026

Eva Hibnick Founder, One Step Software — Expert in Sober Living Operations & Recovery Technology

Key Takeaways

Running a sober living home often means making important decisions without clear feedback. You see residents attend meetings, look for work, follow rules, struggle with relationships, and manage their recovery journey.