YWCA of Rochester/Monroe County - Steppingstone Supportive Living

Supportive Residential Setting for Women in Recovery

Steppingstone Supportive Living offers a structured residential environment designed for women in recovery who are preparing to live independently. Grounded in YWCA Rochester & Monroe County’s mission to empower women and eliminate racism, the program promotes stability, self-respect, and renewed confidence through compassionate care and accountability.

Trauma-Informed Approach to Lasting Recovery

The facility’s treatment approach emphasizes trauma-informed care, addressing both substance use and the underlying emotional challenges that often accompany it. Through group sessions, individual counseling, family therapy, and motivational interviewing, residents gain insight and practical tools for maintaining sobriety. Relapse-prevention planning is integrated throughout to help residents sustain progress after leaving the program.

Building Everyday Skills for Independence

Beyond therapy, Steppingstone focuses on teaching essential life skills, such as communication, organization, and daily living routines, that strengthen residents’ ability to manage responsibilities and maintain stability. This combination of therapeutic and practical support helps bridge the gap between treatment and long-term independence.

City Location with Calming Spaces and Community Impact

Situated in downtown Rochester, the campus balances accessibility with a sense of calm. Amenities like a reading room, gardens, walking paths, and outdoor seating provide space for reflection and connection. As part of YWCA USA, Steppingstone reflects a community-based mission rooted in equity and empowerment, helping women rebuild their lives with dignity, safety, and support.