This refers to short-term residential treatment programs (typically lasting 3–5 weeks) designed to support individuals who have completed detoxification or other intensive treatment but are not yet ready or able to transition directly into long-term recovery housing (e.g., halfway houses).
TSS provides a structured, supportive environment focused on stabilization, relapse prevention, and connection to ongoing care, helping individuals bridge the gap between early recovery and community reintegration.
Sources: Gosnold