Riverbend Zack’s House

Zack’s House is a transitional housing program supporting young men ages 18-35 in recovery overcoming substance use. Participants entering the program will have completed detox and been in recovery for 3-6 months. As part of a supportive community, clients receive case management, recovery coaching, clinical consultation as needed, and participate in weekly house meetings with staff and residents. Participants work with recovery coaches to formulate individualized, trauma-informed action plans for future treatment and relapse prevention. Cost for Zack’s House is $600 monthly for a double room and $800 for a single room.History and GoalsZack’s House is named after Zachary Gys, a Lowell resident who died of drug overdose in 2013. His family and friends partnered with Lowell House to found Zack’s House as transitional housing to help young men facing similar substance use concerns. Zack’s House aims to bridge the gap between residential recovery environments and independent living, providing support to help set up participants for long-term sobriety.Non-ProfitZack’s House is part of Lowell House Incorporated, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Lowell House receives funding from a combination of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, MassHealth Insurance, client fees, grants, and fundraising.