About Pivot

Structure. Independence. Growth. Community.

We support young men as they move from treatment into real life - with structure, responsibility, and the space to discover who they want to become.

Pivot is a transitional living program in Tucson, Arizona, designed for young adults who are in recovery from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. Spread across three age-specific campuses, our residents have already done the hard work of getting clean and sober. Now, they’re ready to take the next step: learning how to live well.

For most young adults, the leap from treatment to independence is too big to take all at once. That’s why we offer a bridge - a place to build life skills, strengthen recovery, grow emotionally, and figure out what adulthood looks like, without going it alone.

Meet Our Team

Pivot Transitional Living: What We Do

Pivot helps young men rebuild their lives through a blend of:

Structured sober living with phased independence
Licensed clinical support for mental health and trauma treatment
12-step immersion and active recovery community connection
Life skills development (budgeting, time management, job readiness, etc.)
Academic and vocational support including college enrollment and high school completion
Service work, fitness, and fun—because recovery has to be sustainable and meaningful

Our model is hands-on, highly personalized, and rooted in the belief that young people thrive when they’re trusted, supported, and challenged to grow.

Who We Serve: Young Adult Men at Pivot

Our typical resident is a young man who’s completed a residential, intensive outpatient, or wilderness program for substance use and mental health. He may be early in his commitment to sobriety, but he’s willing to keep going. We help build on that willingness with real-world experience and daily responsibility.

Residents come from across the country, often with the support of parents, clinicians, and educational consultants. What they find at Pivot is a community of peers who “get it”—and a team who will walk with them as they step into independence with courage and clarity.

Why Tucson?

Our program is located in the heart of Tucson, a city known for its outdoor beauty, strong 12-step community, and vibrant recovery scene. We’re just minutes from the University of Arizona, Pima Community College, and countless volunteer and job opportunities. With over 300 recovery meetings per week in the area, residents have no shortage of ways to stay connected.

This is a city where vibrant culture and youthful energy collide. Whether you're catching a Wildcats game, exploring indie coffee shops, or joining a community festival, Tucson pulses with life and celebrates new beginnings.

Plus, with year-round sunshine, hiking, sports, music, and local art, Tucson gives young adults the chance to experience sober life that’s full of color and momentum—not isolation.

Explore our three campuses.

The Transitional Campuses:

Separated into two age-specific campuses, the Adolescent Transitional Campus sits on 3 acres and is backed by the Santa Catalina Mountains of the Coronado National Forest.

The Transitional Living Campus is a private, courtyard-style residential complex where young men take 1-2 college classes, work, or volunteer.

The Collegiate Recovery Campus:

A large estate built by renowned architect Josias Joesler, this “fraternity-style” house is home to residents taking 3+ college classes. With a chef’s kitchen, entertainment spaces, and quiet study areas, it’s ideal for students pursuing long-term academic success while staying sober.

What Sets Pivot Transitional Living Apart

We don’t rush. We don’t rely on surface-level change. We build the conditions where young men can practice what they’ve learned and gain the confidence to live it, long-term.

Structure without Suffocation

Our phased system allows more independence as residents demonstrate responsibility.

Whole-Person Support:

That includes mental health, education, relationships, and creating moments of joy.

Fun Matters:

Recovery can’t just be hard work. It has to feel worth it. Our weekends are full of adventure, connection, and real-life experiences.

Family Support is Vital:

With monthly therapy, regular updates, and guided home visits, parents stay part of the journey.

The Pivot Transitional Living Philosophy

We believe recovery has to work in the real world, or it doesn’t work at all. That’s why we teach life skills in real-time, supporting our community members every step of the way. At Pivot, we help young men take ownership of their choices, connect with who they are, and step into adulthood with self-respect, resilience, and direction.

Learn More

If you’re ready to take the next step—or help someone else take theirs—we’re here. Our team is happy to answer questions, schedule a tour, or walk you through the admissions process.