A group home for somebody who has been involved in alcohol and drug abuse is a place which offers continuous support and help for those in recovery. A group home is typically for troubled youth, but there are also group homes for those with a mental health problem or who are experiencing behavioral difficulties for example. As opposed to sending individuals who are experiencing substance abuse or recovering from substance abuse to an orphanage, asylum or another similar place, a group home will help provide an acceptable environment to help individuals sustain stability within their lives and still have counsel and support within reach 24/7. People who reside in a group home might be involved in treatment services whilst in residence, or could be taking measures to get their life setup outside of the group home to be able to at some time live independently away from the group home. As an example, a troubled youth who may have been in recovery or has recovered from substance abuse can try to get their GED or acquire employment. A group home is certainly not a long-term or permanent answer, however it is a feasible short-term option for individuals who are trying to get their lives back together.