What is Opportunity House?
Opportunity House: A Fresh Start for Lasting Recovery
At Opportunity House, we believe in second chances and new beginnings. Our home is a safe, supportive environment for individuals ready to break free from drugs and alcohol and build a life they can be proud of.
Here, recovery is more than a process—it’s a community. Our House Directors and seasoned residents walk alongside newcomers, offering peer support, encouragement, and real-world guidance. We lead by example, showing that it’s possible to live responsibly, with purpose and integrity, without the need for substances.
This isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a place to grow, to heal, and to rediscover the best version of yourself.
Who we are...
At Opportunity House, we believe that true recovery is more than just putting down drugs and alcohol—it’s about building a stable, purposeful life. That’s why our program is rooted in the proven principles of 12-Step recovery, giving residents the tools they need to create lasting change.
Stability Through Sobriety
Sobriety is the foundation of everything we do. By committing to a drug- and alcohol-free lifestyle, residents can focus on healing, rebuilding trust, and setting meaningful goals for their future.
Personal Responsibility & Growth
Recovery doesn’t stop at staying sober—it’s about becoming the best version of yourself. Our program emphasizes responsibility, honesty, and accountability, empowering residents to take ownership of their choices and actions. Maintaining steady employment is a key part of this process, helping build confidence and financial independence.
Who We Serve
To ensure a safe and supportive environment, we accept only nonviolent applicants who are 18 years of age or older. Every resident must be ready to take an active role in their recovery and embrace the opportunity for change.
What it takes...
At Opportunity House, we believe lasting change starts with a willingness to live a new way of life. Applicants must show a genuine commitment to maintaining sobriety and building a better future, both on their application and during the interview process.
Our program is designed for individuals who are ready to take responsibility and work toward independence. Residents cover their own program fees, which include food, housing, phone access, and transportation—an important step in building self-reliance. As they progress, fees are reduced in Phase II to reflect the growing responsibility residents take on for their own well-being.
We know employment is key to long-term success, so we make it a priority to help every resident find meaningful work within the community. Monthly evaluations help keep each resident on track, and progress reports are shared with supervising authorities when needed.
This is more than a program—it’s a fresh start and a path to a stronger, sober life.
Our purpose...
Opportunity House was created to provide an alternative to incarceration for non-violent drug and alcohol offenders—a chance for real change. We offer a structured program for individuals who are truly ready for a new way of life.
Applicants must be able to care for themselves, be employable, and acknowledge that their lives have become unmanageable due to substance abuse.
Our program is built on three core commitments:
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Active participation in AA/NA programs
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Complete sobriety at all times
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Maintaining steady employment
Through these principles, our goal is to help residents rebuild their lives and return to society as productive, responsible citizens.
Areas of Recovery
12 Step Program
Twelve-step programs are mutual aid organizations for the purpose of recovery from substance addictions, behavioral addictions and compulsions.
Parenting Skills
Parenting classes provide advice, strategies, and tools on how to raise children and provide an opportunity for parents to share ideas and concerns with parents going through similar issues.
Life Skills
Life skills are incredibly important to develop after addiction treatment. Not only will these skills help individuals succeed in daily life, but they are necessary for living an independent life.
Financial Literacy
This curriculum helps people to develop money management skills that can promote their overall recovery, well-being, and health.
Your donation to Opportunity House helps men break free from addiction and rebuild their lives. Every contribution provides safe housing, recovery support, life skills training, and job readiness—giving individuals the chance to become productive, sober members of our community. Together, we can change lives.