Sober living homes help to ease the transition from addiction treatment to the regular world. Returning home after a rehab program can be overwhelming. A sober living home provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals to continue their healing and recovery. Harmony Haus’ sober living program guarantees high-quality care and luxury homes for all our members. We will work with you or your loved one to achieve lasting recovery and wellness.
Sober living can be tax-deductible
Figuring out how to pay for addiction treatment or sober living homes can be stressful. While sober living homes are typically not covered by insurance, they can be tax-deductible. To qualify as a tax write-off, the expenses must meet the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) requirements. Sober living costs must be deemed necessary for addiction treatment and need to provide a structured and stable recovery environment that is similar to substance abuse rehab programs.
IRS rules on medical expense deductions
A tax deduction is an amount that you subtract from your income when you file for taxes, so you do not have to pay taxes on it. In some cases, the IRS will allow you to deduct medical or dental expenses you paid for yourself, your spouse, or your dependents during the taxable year. For a sober living program to be considered tax-deductible, it needs to meet the following IRS criteria:
You can check with the staff at your sober living home and with a tax professional to see if your expenses meet these criteria and whether you can write them off when filing your taxes.
How to claim sober living costs on your taxes
To claim sober living costs, you must confirm that they meet the IRS criteria and ensure that you have all your required documents. You claim your expenses on Schedule A of your tax returns. It is a good idea to meet with a tax professional who can assist you in following the tax deduction rules and maximizing your tax benefits.
What recovery-related expenses are deductible?
If your sober living program is deemed medically necessary, it qualifies as tax-deductible. Some of the following recovery-related expenses fit the criteria for a deductible:
- Program fees and rent
- Therapy and counseling sessions
- Certain out-of-pocket medical costs related to addiction treatment
- Insurance coverage and reimbursement
The tax benefits of addiction recovery programs can help ease the burden of paying for treatment. It is worth finding out whether your program and any additional recovery expenses can be written off.
Enroll in Harmony Haus’ sober living program today
If you are considering enrolling in a sober living home, consider Harmonay Haus in Austin. We provide various sober living programs and services to help our members continue their recovery journey. We work with individuals to help them maintain lasting recovery. Call us at 877.349.1544 or fill out our brief online form to get started today.
