halfway houses
/ˈhæfˌweɪ ˈhaʊzɪz/
NOUN
1. Inns or stopping places midway on a journey
Places where travelers can stop, rest, or obtain accommodation at an intermediate point along a journey.
1.1. Accommodation and resting places for travelers
Inns or establishments located between the starting point and destination of a journey, providing travelers with a place to rest or stay temporarily.
Synonyms
- inns
- wayside inns
- roadside inns
- stopping places
- waystations
Examples
- Travelers once relied on halfway houses to rest during long journeys.
- Several halfway houses along the old road provided food and shelter for travelers.
Related Words
- lodgings
- hostelries
- taverns
- rest stops
- travel accommodations
NOUN
2. Temporary residences for people transitioning back into society
Supervised residential facilities providing temporary accommodation and support for people leaving prison, completing residential drug rehabilitation, or transitioning from institutional care to independent living.
2.1. Reintegration after incarceration
Residential facilities where people leaving prison receive supervision, accommodation, and practical assistance while adjusting to life in the community.
Synonyms
- reentry centers
- transitional residences
- transition houses
- residential reentry facilities
Examples
- The halfway houses provide former prisoners with guidance and support as they rebuild their lives.
- The government expanded funding for halfway houses to help people returning from prison.
Related Words
- prisons
- correctional institutions
- parole
- probation
- reintegration
- supervised release
2.2. Recovery and rehabilitation housing
Residential facilities offering a structured and supportive environment for people recovering from substance addiction as they gradually return to independent living.
Synonyms
- sober living homes
- recovery residences
- recovery houses
- transitional living facilities
Examples
- The halfway houses help residents maintain sobriety after completing addiction treatment.
- Several halfway houses offer counseling and life-skills programs for people recovering from substance abuse.
Related Words
- rehabilitation centers
- addiction treatment
- detoxification facilities
- sobriety
- aftercare
- support groups