Oxford House - Kannon
711 White Street, Scottsburg, IN 47170
Oxford House is a nonprofit organization that operates a network of over 3,500 self-run, self-supported sober living homes across the United States and internationally, providing community-based housing for individuals recovering from substance use disorders.
Founded in 1975 in Silver Spring, Maryland, by Paul Molloy and other residents who took over a closing halfway house, Oxford House emphasizes recovery, responsibility, and replication through its evidence-based model, which has been recognized by the federal government and supported by extensive research from DePaul University showing sobriety rates above 80% for residents.
Each Oxford House is democratically governed by its members, who elect officers for six-month terms, share equal expenses and chores, and maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy for drug and alcohol use, with immediate expulsion for violations.
Without professional managers or time limits on stays—averaging about a year but often longer—residents build self-efficacy, leadership skills, and long-term sobriety in gender-specific homes accommodating at least six people, serving diverse populations including those with co-occurring mental health issues, veterans, women with children, and individuals from various backgrounds.
Oxford House, Inc., supports expansion through charters, technical assistance, and resources, fostering chapters and associations while remaining financially independent and non-professional, encouraging active participation in AA/NA alongside peer support to help members reintegrate into society, reduce recidivism, and achieve employment and stability.
What we treat
Treatment & Programs
Levels of Care
The Oxford House model provides a long-term, step-down living solution for those transitioning out of inpatient rehabilitation or detox. Oxford House - Kannon functions as an autonomous sober living environment where residents can stay as long as they need, provided they follow house rules. There are no arbitrary time limits, allowing members to build a solid foundation for lasting aftercare support.
Therapies
As a peer-led residence, Oxford House - Kannon does not employ clinical professionals or provide formal therapeutic modalities on site. Instead, residents are strongly encouraged to actively participate in programs like Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous alongside the daily support of their housemates.
Addictions
The collaborative environment at this Scottsburg home is strictly designed for individuals striving to maintain freedom from alcohol and drug addiction. Residents share the common goal of stopping substance use and staying stopped, relying on a strict zero-tolerance code. Any member who returns to active drinking or drug use is immediately expelled to protect the sobriety of the rest of the household.
Conditions
While the primary focus is on treating substance use disorder, the stable routine provides a reliable harbor for those also managing co-occurring mental health challenges. Research from DePaul University consistently shows that individuals in these democratically run homes learn to better manage their emotional stability over time. Peer support serves as the bedrock for navigating life stressors without returning to old coping mechanisms.
Issues
A major hurdle in early recovery is instability, and many incoming residents face challenges related to housing insecurity, unemployment, or past criminal justice issues. The house combats these stressors by offering an instant sober social network where members split the cost of living and support each other's vocational goals. By sharing duties and avoiding the risk of living alone, members rebuild self-efficacy and long-term momentum.
Programs
The foundation of this structured environment relies on an evidence-based, peer-led recovery community model that has been recognized by the federal government. Rooted deeply in 12-step informed philosophies, the home requires residents to govern themselves through structured parliamentary procedures and elect household officers for six-month terms. This abstinence-oriented extended care approach guarantees that everyone has an equal voice in house operations and new member interviews.
On-site
Amenities
Operating as an ordinary single-family residence, the home features shared bedrooms designed to discourage isolation and help newcomers socialize. Members enjoy equal access to common spaces like the shared kitchen and living areas, actively splitting household chores to maintain the property. Equal Expense Share (EES) payments cover the regular monthly rent as well as utilities, cable television, and basic household staples.
Coverage
Payment
Financial responsibility is a core tenet of the program, meaning all members must personally cover their equal monthly portion of household expenses via self-payment. Medical insurances or sliding scales are not utilized, as this is an independent living arrangement where residents pool their resources to ensure financial self-sufficiency.
Please contact the facility directly to verify insurance coverage and payment options. Many facilities offer free insurance verification.
Eligibility
Who We Serve
Prospective residents must complete an application and undergo an interview with the existing housemates, needing an 80 percent approval vote to move in. The home offers supportive housing in Indiana for adults fully committed to maintaining their sobriety over the long haul. While the larger organization supports specialized demographics, every individual house operates as a single-gender setting for either men or women to best foster focused peer connections.
Additional Services
Beyond standard gender-separate housing, the broader network leverages a dedicated alumni program where former members who left in good standing return to offer guidance. Peer support is woven directly into daily life, as members learn to navigate their new reality without the oversight of outside managers. The overarching chapter and regional associations provide an extended community, hosting social events and ensuring the home remains an effective cornerstone of recovery.
About
Facility Info
Located in Scottsburg, Indiana, this residence is part of a massive nonprofit network encompassing over 3,500 self-sustaining recovery homes. Oxford House - Kannon operates entirely free of on-site staff, empowering its members to take complete democratic ownership of their living space. This community-integrated approach requires the home to function just like any ordinary family in the neighborhood, ensuring a normalized context for self-growth.
Credentials
Accreditations
The home operates under an official charter from the national organization, requiring strict adherence to their time-tested system of operations. Because this is a democratically run model rather than a medical facility, it emphasizes maintaining internal evidence-based standards over traditional clinical accreditations.
- 711 White Street, Scottsburg, IN 47170
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