Volunteers of America of Indiana Inc Theodora House/Fresh Start Recovery

The center offers two levels of care: residential treatment and an outpatient program. Residential treatment is designed for adults who need a structured, immersive recovery environment, while the outpatient program supports those who can maintain recovery while living in the community. Having both options available within one CARF-accredited organization allows for smoother transitions between levels of care.

Yes. Theodora House/Fresh Start Recovery specifically treats co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis, as well as trauma and PTSD. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used as a core clinical method to address both mental health and substance use concerns together. This integrated focus is a key part of what differentiates this recovery center from programs that treat only the substance use component.

The center serves veterans, young adults ages 18 to 25, seniors and older adults, men, individuals living with HIV/AIDS, people who are Deaf or hard of hearing, and individuals who are court-ordered into treatment. This broad focus reflects a mission-driven commitment to reaching adults who often face barriers accessing appropriate substance abuse treatment.

Theodora House/Fresh Start Recovery accepts Medicaid, state insurance, private insurance, and offers financial assistance. This range of payment options is designed to make residential treatment and outpatient programming accessible to adults across different financial situations. Contacting the center directly is the best way to confirm coverage for a specific insurance plan.

Yes, the center holds CARF accreditation. CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) is an independent, nonprofit accreditor that evaluates health and human services organizations against internationally recognized quality standards. For individuals and families choosing a long-term recovery partner, CARF accreditation is a meaningful indicator of program quality and accountability.

Yes, veterans are among the specific populations the center is designed to serve. Given the center's focus on trauma and PTSD alongside substance use treatment, it is particularly suited to veterans whose recovery needs involve both dimensions. Both the residential treatment and outpatient program options are available to eligible veterans.

Yes. Court-ordered individuals are among the populations explicitly served at Theodora House/Fresh Start Recovery. The center's combination of residential treatment, outpatient programming, and CBT-based clinical services makes it a viable option for those entering recovery through the legal system. Reaching out directly to the center can help clarify intake steps for court-ordered cases.

The center is located at 611 North Capitol Avenue, 2nd Floor, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204. It can be reached by phone at (833) 659-4357 or by email at [email protected]. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The center is affiliated with Volunteers of America of Indiana and its broader website is voaohin.org.

Yes. People who are Deaf or hard of hearing are among the specific populations the center is set up to serve. This is a notable differentiator, as many addiction treatment and recovery centers do not have accommodations for this community. Contacting the center directly can provide more detail on how those services are structured.

Both names are associated with Volunteers of America of Indiana's substance use treatment services at the 611 North Capitol Avenue location in Indianapolis. The center is listed under the combined identity of Theodora House/Fresh Start Recovery. For specifics on how programming is organized between the two names, reaching out to the center directly at (833) 659-4357 is recommended.