New Recovery Facility Opened in Indianapolis
The Volunteers of America center provides transitional housing and residential treatment for mothers and their children.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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Volunteers of America has opened the Legacy Recovery House at 6130 N. Michigan Road in Indianapolis. This new campus integrates residential treatment with transitional housing to support mothers in recovery and their children.
Why it matters
The campus model aims to create a consistent safety net by co-locating residential treatment with long-term housing. This approach minimizes service gaps for families as they navigate the recovery process together.
The site provides a total capacity of 59 beds, comprising 19 beds for Legacy Recovery Housing and 40 for the Fresh Start Program. While the site layout is confirmed, the specific clinical outcomes for this integrated model are still under investigation.
The players
Volunteers of America
A national nonprofit providing human services, including addiction recovery, mental health, and housing support.
The details
The facility features three duplexes and one triplex, utilizing a trauma-informed design to support women in early recovery. By integrating residential treatment, transitional housing, and on-site childcare in one location, the campus ensures that mothers and children can remain together. Residents of the Legacy Recovery Housing unit are eligible to live at the facility for up to one year.
Timeline
October 5, 2026: Volunteers of America opened the facility.
Health Landscape
The opening of the Legacy Recovery House marks a significant expansion of the Fresh Start Recovery Program within the Indianapolis area. This development follows a historical shift toward co-locating family-focused services to address the complexity of substance use disorders.
For residents seeking recovery resources, this facility offers a specialized environment that keeps families together during treatment. Families interested in these services should consult with a social worker or their physician to discuss whether this type of integrated, trauma-informed model is a suitable option.
The takeaway
Integrated recovery campuses are designed to reduce the instability that often disrupts long-term treatment for parents. Those navigating recovery should discuss the availability of family-centered, trauma-informed housing options with their care providers to ensure continuous support.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest resources for addiction support in the Substance Abuse section.
More information
Find further details on programs and facility eligibility on the Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 93.1FM WIBC.
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