Introducing Cheryl Lattan: Championing Recovery From Addiction in Riverview, Florida
We are thrilled to announce the launch of Place 2 Grow Sober Living, a dedicated sober living residence in Riverview, Florida, designed to provide a nurturing, comfortable, and supportive environment for individuals on the path to recovery. This isn’t just a place to stay, it’s a community built on compassion, accountability, and real-life experience.
Meet Cheryl Lattan: Counselor, Realtor & Pastor With a Heart for People
With more than five years of experience working at a drug rehabilitation center (followed by two decades as a mental health counselor), Cheryl has had the privilege of walking alongside hundreds of men and women on their journey toward healing.
She has also served as a Realtor with Keller Williams for the past twenty years, helping people find homes, build stability, and create better lives. For the past fifteen years, she has served as a Pastor, called to minister to, support, and love people at every stage of life.
“Because I love people… because I’ve seen the power of recovery, transformation, and home… I can think of no better way to combine all of this experience than by opening a sober-living residence where dignity, comfort, and community matter,” she shares.
“Recovery is more than abstaining, it’s rediscovering life, purpose, and belonging. This home is a place where that can happen.”
About Place 2 Grow Recovery Homes
Place 2 Grow will offer:
- A nurturing, drug- and alcohol-free living environment designed to give residents peace of mind and structure.
- A comfortable, home-like setting where individuals can live with dignity as they rebuild their lives.
- A supportive community and accountability structure, drawing on Cheryl’s background in recovery counseling and pastoral care.
- Professional management and respectful care, leveraging her real estate experience and long-standing commitment to client service.
This residence is more than a roof over someone’s head, it’s a place of renewal, connection, and hope.
Nearby in Florida How to Open a Sober House in Tampa, FL: A 2026 Startup GuideAbout Vanderburgh Sober Living
Vanderburgh Sober Living exists to build peer-supported, recovery-focused communities that guide individuals toward lasting sobriety. Every Certified Home is led by a trained House Mentor and follows structured rules that promote accountability, growth, and healing.
Most of our homes are operated by independent, self-employed Owners/Operators (like Cheryl) who bring their passion and expertise to local communities. Through our Charter Program, Vanderburgh Sober Living provides a platform for individuals to start and operate their own sober homes with full operational, branding, and community support.
Interested in opening your own recovery home? Learn More About Becoming a Chartered OperatorWhy Riverview Needs Recovery Housing Now
Over the decades, Cheryl has witnessed the critical gap between treatment and long-term recovery. Too often, individuals leave a rehab or counseling program and face housing instability, isolation, or a lack of structure. That’s where sober-living residences like Place 2 Grow make all the difference.
By combining her clinical experience with decades in real estate and ministry, Cheryl is uniquely positioned to provide a residence that is nurturing, structured, and spiritually grounded. Her goal is to create a home where people feel valued, connected, and empowered to rebuild their lives.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sober Living in Riverview, Florida
What does certified recovery residence mean in Florida?
Florida runs a voluntary certification program for recovery residences under section 397.487 of the Florida Statutes. A state-approved credentialing entity reviews applications and inspects homes, and FARR, Florida’s NARR affiliate, certifies residences to NARR standards. A home may not advertise itself as certified unless it holds a certificate of compliance.
Is a sober living home the same as rehab?
No. A sober living home is an alcohol- and drug-free residence, not a treatment program. Residents pay rent, follow house rules, and often attend outpatient care or mutual-help meetings. Many people move into a recovery home after treatment, when housing instability or isolation could otherwise make the next stage of recovery harder.
Does living in a sober house help people stay in recovery?
Research supports it. A 2010 study that followed 245 sober living house residents in California found improvements in alcohol and drug use, employment, psychiatric symptoms, and arrests over 18 months. Involvement in 12-step groups and a social network with fewer people using substances predicted better outcomes, which is the support a recovery home builds.
Can someone taking medication for opioid use disorder live in a certified recovery residence in Florida?
Yes. Under Florida law, beginning January 1, 2025, a certified recovery residence may not deny someone housing solely because they have been prescribed a federally approved medication for substance use disorder treatment. Residents should still ask each home about its medication storage and house rules before applying, since practical procedures vary by home.
How can I open a sober living home in the Tampa Bay area like Cheryl did?
Cheryl opened Place 2 Grow through the Vanderburgh Sober Living Charter Program. Chartered Operators keep ownership of their business while gaining the VSL brand, operating standards, and startup and certification support. Anyone considering this path can start by studying the local housing market, Florida’s voluntary certification process, and VSL’s free startup guide.
Contact Place 2 Grow Sober Living in Riverview
If you or someone you know is seeking a nurturing and supportive sober-living residence in Riverview, Florida, we invite you to reach out. Place 2 Grow has opened its doors, and we’re currently accepting inquiries and applications.
Together, we can create a place where recovery is possible, change is real, and community is strong.
Place 2 Grow Sober House in Riverview, Florida, is a recovery home for men that provides a nurturing and structured environment, with accountability, peer connection, and access to Florida’s recovery community.
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Download the free guidePath to Purposeful Recovery Housing, by Dr. Hunter T. Foote.Explore the Mastery ProgramHands-on startup, certification, and operating support.See how starting with VSL worksThe opportunity, the community, and what a Charter includes.
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Research & Sources
- Foote, H. T. (2026). Vanderburgh Sober Living Operating Climate Index, 2026 edition. Vanderburgh Sober Living. https://www.vanderburghhouse.com/research/operating-climate-index-2026/
- Florida Association of Recovery Residences. (n.d.). Florida Association of Recovery Residences. https://www.farronline.org/
- Florida Legislature. (2024). The 2024 Florida Statutes, section 397.487: Voluntary certification of recovery residences. https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/397.487
- Polcin, D. L., Korcha, R. A., Bond, J., & Galloway, G. (2010). Sober living houses for alcohol and drug dependence: 18-month outcomes. Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, 38(4), 356–365. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsat.2010.02.003
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2023). Best practices for recovery housing (Publication No. PEP23-10-00-002). https://library.samhsa.gov/product/best-practices-recovery-housing/pep23-10-00-002
