Grass Valley, California

Atman
House

Structured Recovery Residence

A Level II Monitored Sober Living Residence in a historic circa-1880 Victorian home — where structure, creativity, and genuine community create the conditions for lasting recovery.

Atman
äht-mən
Sanskrit

Atman is the ancient Sanskrit word for the indwelling God — the eternal, luminous essence at the core of every human being.

To realize oneself is to realize one's own Atman — to become acquainted with it, to have a relationship with it. This is something that has long been forgotten in modern life.

Not the roles we play or the stories we carry, but what remains when all of that falls away. The part of you that has never been broken.

Every person who walks through our door carries their Atman within them — whole, worthy, and luminous. Our work is simply to create the conditions for that light to find its way back.

"We don't just help people survive — we create a space where they can genuinely thrive, believe in their own potential, and build lives worth living."

What We Offer

More than housing —
a complete support system

Wraparound services that address the practical, social, and transitional needs of recovery so residents can focus on what matters most.

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Monitored Sober Living

A safe, structured, drug- and alcohol-free environment with house manager oversight, random screening, and community accountability.

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Recuperative Care

Short-term residential support following hospitalizations or intensive treatment, with coordinated medical follow-up and care monitoring.

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Housing Navigation

Individualized support securing permanent housing — search assistance, landlord advocacy, rental assistance, and post-placement follow-up.

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Life Skills Programming

Workshops 2–3× weekly covering financial literacy, job readiness, healthy communication, conflict resolution, and self-care.

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Care Coordination

Active collaboration with outpatient treatment providers and connection to healthcare, benefits, legal services, and community resources.

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Creative Programming

Art workshops, ceramics, and hands-on creative experiences designed to support expression, mindfulness, and community connection in recovery.

How It Works

A structured path to independence

Our three-phase progressive model builds autonomy while maintaining accountability — preparing residents for successful, lasting independent living.

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Weeks 2–8

Foundation & Stabilization

  • Structured schedule & daily check-ins
  • Connection to outpatient treatment
  • House meetings & life skills sessions
  • Building a recovery support network
  • Orientation to community resources
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Months 2–4

Growth & Skill Building

  • Increased autonomy & responsibility
  • Employment or education pursuits
  • Financial planning & budgeting
  • Creative workshops & art programming
  • Peer mentorship opportunities
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Months 4–6

Transition & Housing

  • Active housing search & planning
  • Maximum autonomy with accountability
  • Connection to ongoing community supports
  • Mentoring newer residents
  • Aftercare planning & preparation
Wraparound porch

A porch made for community

The wraparound porch is where mornings start and evenings wind down — where residents gather, connect, and begin building the rhythms of a healthy life.

Our Home

A Victorian sanctuary with soul

Atman House is a breathtaking circa-1880 Gold Rush-era Victorian at 439 S. Auburn Street in Grass Valley — formerly a beloved Bed & Breakfast, now reimagined as a warm, healing community for adults in recovery.

From the hand-painted wraparound porch to the stained glass windows, clawfoot tub, and the beloved Bottle House — every corner invites residents to slow down, breathe, and begin again.

6 BedroomsBuilt c. 1880 Stained GlassClawfoot Tub Wraparound PorchPrivate Courtyard Walk Score 82
  • Soaring ceilings, crown molding & original hardwood floors
  • Stained glass windows & hand-painted porch ceiling
  • Clawfoot soaking tub & period-authentic Victorian bathrooms
  • Checkerboard kitchen with vintage cast-iron stove
  • Private courtyard, fountain garden, shaded deck & porch
  • Dedicated Zen room for quiet reflection & self-regulation
  • Laundry, fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi & off-street parking
Exterior
Dining room
Victorian bath
Bathroom
Living room
Sitting room
Bedroom
Stained glass
Front porch
Kitchen
Property grounds
Garden
Upper deck
Spaces for Growth

Where creativity meets recovery

We believe healing is more than sobriety — it's rediscovering who you are. Our outbuildings are being developed into dedicated creative spaces. The vision is collaborative: residents and community help shape what these spaces become.

Workshop space
In Development

Workshop & Rec Space

A multipurpose space taking shape as an art studio, recreation room, and hands-on workshop. Ideas welcome — woodworking, movement, music, making things with your hands. This space grows with the community it serves.

The Bottle House
Coming Soon

The Bottle House

This iconic local landmark is being reimagined as a creative sanctuary — perhaps a ceramics studio, a woodworking space, or something else entirely. Because the best spaces are designed together. What do you want to build here?

A space for every story of recovery

We recognize that addiction takes many forms — including emerging substance use disorders that are often overlooked, undertreated, or simply not talked about in our communities. At Atman House, every resident is seen and every path to recovery is honored. We are committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals struggling with all substances, including those — like ketamine — that few providers are currently addressing or even testing for. No story is too complicated. No path is too unconventional. You belong here.

Courtyard garden

Room to breathe

The private courtyard, fountain garden, and shaded grounds offer peaceful outdoor space for reflection, connection, and healing.

Referrals & Admissions

Who we welcome

We accept referrals from hospitals, treatment centers, jails, case managers, and self-referrals. Residents must be Medi-Cal eligible with Partnership Health Plan coverage.

Who Is a Good Fit

  • Age 18 or older
  • Diagnosed substance use disorder
  • Medi-Cal / Partnership Health Plan eligible
  • Completed medical detox (3–5 days abstinent)
  • Medically stable, no acute psychiatric needs
  • Committed to abstinence from alcohol & drugs
  • Willing to engage in outpatient treatment
  • Able to participate in daily living activities
  • Agrees to house rules & program expectations

Not the Right Fit

  • Active suicidal or homicidal ideation
  • Acute medical needs requiring 24-hr supervision
  • Severe psychiatric symptoms needing inpatient care
  • History of violence, arson, or sexual offenses
  • Currently in withdrawal needing medical detox
  • Unwilling to participate in outpatient treatment

If someone doesn't meet our criteria, we're happy to help with referrals to the right level of care.

Get In Touch

Check availability & make a referral

Whether you're a provider, discharge planner, or someone seeking support for yourself or a loved one — we'd love to hear from you.

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Location

439 S. Auburn Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945

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Director

Nastassia Olenev

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Insurance

Medi-Cal / Partnership Health Plan

Sobriety Hub

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