Oxford House - Stellis
3824 South Bainbridge Drive, Bloomington, IN 47401
Oxford House is a pioneering 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has provided self-run, self-supported recovery homes for individuals recovering from substance use disorders since 1975.
Founded when residents of a closing halfway house in Silver Spring, Maryland, took over the property to create a democratic, sober living environment, Oxford House has grown into a network of over 3,500 gender-specific residences across 47 states, housing more than 24,000 individuals annually.
The Oxford House Model emphasizes recovery, responsibility, and replication through an evidence-based approach that fosters peer support, leadership development, and long-term sobriety without time limits, external management, or professional oversight—members democratically elect officers, share expenses equally, and immediately expel anyone using drugs or alcohol to maintain a 100% sober environment.
Serving primarily adults in recovery, including veterans, women with children, and those with co-occurring mental health issues, Oxford House promotes active participation in AA/NA while building self-efficacy and community ties, achieving remarkable outcomes such as over 80% long-term sobriety rates as validated by extensive research from institutions like DePaul University and endorsements from SAMHSA.
What we treat
Treatment & Programs
Levels of Care
Oxford House - Stellis provides a community-based sober living environment with no outside authority or house manager. Residents can stay as long as they need, acting as a long-term living solution or a supportive bridge after treatment.
Therapies
The peer-run model does not provide on-site clinical therapies or professional counseling. Residents seeking individual therapy or psychiatric support are encouraged to utilize external providers in the community.
Addictions
The house supports individuals actively recovering from alcoholism and drug addiction. Members enforce an absolute requirement for a completely drug and alcohol-free space. Anyone who returns to using substances is immediately expelled by democratic vote.
Conditions
Recovery at Oxford House - Stellis focuses primarily on overcoming substance use disorder through shared responsibility. The egalitarian setting helps individuals rebuild their lives and maintain sobriety without the need for clinical oversight. Peer support and daily structure guide the healing process.
Issues
Navigating housing insecurity, job loss, or previous criminal justice involvement can frequently disrupt early recovery. This Bloomington residence helps individuals tackle these daily stressors through the shared experience of their housemates. Practical peer support replaces the isolation often felt after primary treatment.
Programs
The foundation of the organization is an evidence-based, peer-led recovery community model. It remains a strictly abstinence-oriented environment where residents rely on daily democratic processes. Group members elect house officers and hold each other accountable for maintaining an atmosphere of total sobriety.
On-site
Amenities
Every house member pitches in to handle chores, cook in the shared kitchen, and keep common living areas tidy. The equitable group expenses comfortably cover utilities, basic staples, and amenities like cable television for all residents in their shared rooms.
Coverage
Payment
Residents at Oxford House - Stellis manage their own financial access through an entirely self-pay structure. This system divides rent and utilities equally, creating an affordable weekly payment known as the Equal Expense Share.
Please contact the facility directly to verify insurance coverage and payment options. Many facilities offer free insurance verification.
Eligibility
Who We Serve
Oxford House - Stellis caters to adults transitioning back into everyday life, offering gender-specific living arrangements in Bloomington, Indiana. The home is built for people who have completed initial detox and want to maintain long-term wellness. A collective dedication to healing unites the diverse adult population here.
Additional Services
Homes within this specific network operate strictly as gender-separate housing to maintain a safe, focused environment. When individuals eventually move out, they are strongly encouraged to join the alumni program. Former residents frequently offer friendship and lived examples of success to newer members.
About
Facility Info
Functioning as part of a pioneering nonprofit organization, this community-based home relies entirely on its occupants. There is no outside manager or professional authority on site. The democratically elected members autonomously govern the space while maintaining positive ties to the neighborhood.
Credentials
Accreditations
As a democratically run sober living home, this facility does not hold standard medical accreditations. The broader model is formally recognized by SAMHSA and backed by extensive longitudinal research from DePaul University.
- 3824 South Bainbridge Drive, Bloomington, IN 47401
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