Sober Living for Warriors: The Warriors Heart Lodge
Time to rebuild in a sober environment
The Warriors Heart Lodge provides structured sober living for warriors transitioning from residential treatment. Located at 700 State Hwy. 16S in Bandera, Texas, the Lodge is where warriors can practice the skills they learned in treatment while living alongside peers who are doing the same work.
Sober living gives you time to build stability, accountability, and confidence before returning home.
Minimum stay: 60 days
Who Sober Living Is For
Sober living is for warriors who have successfully completed a residential treatment program and need additional time in a structured, sober environment before transitioning back to daily life.
Common reasons warriors choose sober living:
- Home environment isn’t conducive to early recovery
- Need more time to build stability and routine
- Want accountability and peer support during transition
- Not ready to return to work, family, or previous living situation
- Need time to rebuild confidence in sobriety
Sober living at the Lodge is for warriors who are serious about staying sober and willing to follow house expectations.
What Sober Living Includes
Structured Daily Routine
Warriors complete assigned daily chores inside and on the grounds of the Lodge. Many warriors also participate in the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for continued clinical support. This structure helps develop new habits and accountability.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) – Optional
- Experiential groups
- Guest speakers
- Nutrition guidance
- Advanced life skills training
- Psycho-education and 12-step work
- Trauma processing through ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and EMDR
- One-on-one counseling
Warriors Anonymous Meetings
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday – Warriors Anonymous meetings for warrior-class sober clients and alumni
- Tuesday, Thursday – Open AA/WA meetings for anyone sober from any 12-step groups
- Saturday – Closed Warriors Heart warriors-only meeting
Meals and Kitchen Access
- Full culinary kitchen and eating area for fellowship
- Healthy, balanced lunches and dinners provided Monday through Friday
- Continental breakfasts and deli meats/cheese supplied on weekends
Recreation and Fellowship
- Swimming pool and large patio with custom gas grill and patio furniture for cookouts
- Firepit gatherings at the river
- Volleyball, horseshoes, badminton
- Walking distance to state parks, the river, horseback riding, and downtown Bandera
- Time to do things together sober
What’s Expected at the Lodge
- Complete assigned daily chores
- Attend Warriors Anonymous meetings
- Remain sober and submit to drug testing
- Follow house rules and expectations
- Respect peers and staff
Warriors Heart Lodge
- Warriors Heart Lodge
- 700 State Hwy. 16S
- Bandera, TX 78003
The Lodge also houses:
- Medical office for minor medical issues
- TMS/MeRT brain treatment therapy
- Warriors Anonymous meeting space
After Sober Living
Most warriors extend their stay and continue learning how to live life on their terms through the application of the 12 steps. When warriors leave sober living, they transition with:
- A strong foundation in the 12 steps
- Peer support network built during their time at the Lodge
- Connection to Warriors Anonymous for ongoing meetings
- Accountability and structure they’ve practiced during their time at the Lodge
- Confidence in their ability to stay sober
Ready to Take the Next Step?
You’ve handled pressure, responsibility, and situations most people never face.
Asking for help doesn’t take that away. It protects it.
If drugs have started to take more than they give, you don’t have to figure this out alone. Support is available right now, and the conversation is confidential.
