About Us

A Community of Recovery and Hope

For over 70 years, we’ve provided a supportive, structured sober living environment, helping men reclaim their lives through dedication to AA’s 12 steps, guiding them on a path to recovery and personal growth.

Discover more about our mission and impact below.

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Organization and Staffing

The Men’s Home focuses on socialization and cooperative group living as an integral part of the journey to independent living. It is a recovery home that relies on the support and guidance of the Twelve Step program of Alcoholics Anonymous to help men along the path to achieve those goals.

The Men’s Home does not provide medical treatment or formal educational programs. Rather, it is a healthy and supportive environment offering guidance to men in early recovery.

The Men’s Home is supported entirely through group and individual donations. The rent paid by the residents covers only a small part of the operating cost needed to maintain the high standards that are it’s hallmark.
The Men’s Home is not funded by government monies, business or professional organizations.

The Home is staffed by a full-time, live-in Manager and a part-time Assistant Manager. Residents help support the Home’s operations through chores, cooking, helping with our Sunday breakfast service and manning events.

The Men’s Home’s Policies and overall guidance are set by a nine-member volunteer Board of Trustees composed of a mix of former residents and longtime supporters from the local recovery community. The Board meets on a  monthly basis.

History

With the blessing of the Alcoholics Anonymous General Service Headquarters in New York, The Men’s Home was started in 1952 with only the general guideline: “….keep the entire operation within A.A. confines” – Ann Macfarlane, Secretary.

Originally located in downtown Washington, The Home moved in 1966 to its present location in the residential neighborhood of Del Ray in Alexandria, just off Route 1, south of Crystal City and Reagan National Airport, and north of Old Town (see below.) Built in the early 1920s, the three-story brick house features sleeping quarters, large living and dining areas, a home-style kitchen, a private office, laundry facilities, and a large front porch. In the back is a small lawn and cookout area that is often the site of holiday cookouts and events for the residents and visitors.

The Men’s Home in Numbers

70+

Years of Fellowship

Founded in 1952 — Serving the Alexandria community for over 70 years

1000+

Men Recovering From Alcoholism

Have found stability, support, and new beginnings for generations through The Men’s Home & AA’s 12 step program.

150+

Meetings Hosted Annually

3 Alcoholics Anonymous meetings hosted at The Men’s Home every week, year-round.

6+

Decades of Community Involvment

Rooted in Recovery. Connected to the Community of Del Ray for Over 60 Years.

The Men’s Home humbly supports men escaping alcoholism, offering a lifeline of hope, AA wisdom, shared strength.

Our Vision

At The Men’s Home, our vision is simple but powerful: to be a steady, supportive presence in the lives of men seeking freedom from alcoholism as they work through AA’s twelve step program. We believe that recovery is more than just sobriety—it’s rebuilding a life grounded in accountability, fellowship, and purpose.

For over 70 years, we’ve remained committed to providing a safe, home-like environment where men in early recovery can regain stability, build meaningful connections, and learn how to live sober—one day at a time.

Our hope is that every man who walks through our doors leaves stronger, more self-aware, and better prepared to reintegrate into his community as a responsible and contributing member. Through consistency, compassion, and community, we envision a future where recovery is always within reach for those who seek it.

A Foundation Built on Fellowship

At The Men’s Home, our vision is rooted in the belief that lasting recovery is fostered through connection, accountability, and a sense of purpose, cultivated by diligently working Alcoholics Anonymous’s twelve step program.

A Safe Haven for New Beginnings

We envision a welcoming, home-like environment where every man in recovery feels supported, understood, and empowered to rebuild his life.

A Commitment to Community

Our vision reaches beyond our walls—into neighborhoods, meetings, and families—as we help men re-enter the world as sober, contributing members of society.

For every man who finds his way to The Men’s Home, your support helps make that first step possible. Recovery begins with community—thank you for being part of ours.

Click the button below to make a donation and become a vital part of our mission. Together, we can keep the door open for the next man ready to begin his journey. Thank you for helping us build a stronger recovery community.

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