What is Refuge Recovery?
A Buddhist-inspired recovery fellowship with meetings for people seeking freedom from addiction. Sober Network lists it as an informational recovery pathway, not as medical advice or clinical treatment.
Buddhist-inspired recovery
Refuge Recovery
A Buddhist-inspired recovery fellowship with meetings for people seeking freedom from addiction.
OrientationBuddhist/mindfulness
FormatOnline and in-person options
Primary next stepConfirm details through the official locator.
Medical rolePeer/community support, not clinical care.
Who this may fit
People drawn to meditation, mindfulness, Buddhist principles, and peer community.
What to know
- Meetings may include meditation, readings, and group sharing.
- Refuge Recovery and Recovery Dharma are separate pathways; compare both if Buddhist recovery fits.
- Meeting coverage varies by city.
What to expect
Before you go
Use the official locator for Refuge Recovery and confirm the time, format, address, online link, and any access notes.
What to expect
Meetings commonly include meditation, readings or inquiry, and peer sharing. Local formats can still vary.
How to use it
Try more than one meeting or resource when possible. Many people combine Buddhist/mindfulness support with AA, NA, sober living, therapy, outpatient care, or medical treatment.
How Sober Network uses this page
This page explains the pathway and points visitors to official program resources. Sober Network does not run these programs, verify every meeting, or provide clinical recommendations.
For city-specific SEO pages, use paths like /buffalo/refuge-recovery.
Sober living
Compare recovery housing and structured living options.
DetoxFind medical detox resources when withdrawal risk is a concern.
TreatmentBrowse treatment, IOP, PHP, and clinical care options.
AA meetingsUse the familiar AA meeting path when alcohol recovery support fits.
Crisis resourcesUse 988, SAMHSA, and local help resources when support is urgent.
Compare pathwaysReview secular, faith-based, mindfulness, family, and activity supports.
Questions
Refuge Recovery FAQs
Short answers for searchers comparing support options. These answers are informational, not clinical guidance.
How do I find Refuge Recovery meetings?
Start with the official meeting locator because times, addresses, online links, and active groups can change. If there is no current local listing, compare online meetings and nearby Sober Network resources.
Is Refuge Recovery a replacement for treatment?
No. Mutual aid, peer support, online meetings, and sober activities can be useful supports, but treatment decisions should be made with licensed medical or addiction professionals.
Can Refuge Recovery be combined with AA, NA, sober living, or therapy?
Yes. Many people build recovery with more than one support: AA or NA meetings, therapy, outpatient care, sober living, medication when prescribed, family support, and recovery-friendly activities.
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