Oxford Houses
Missouri's Oxford House program is a private, not-for-profit, effort to provide "good houses in good neighborhoods" for people recovering from alcoholism and/or other drug dependence. In addition to safe, substance-free living, Oxford Houses also provide important psychological supports, such as fellowship and opportunities to enhance self-reliance and self-respect. It is a place where individuals can make behavioral changes necessary to ensure continued sobriety.
Begun by a group of recovering persons in Silver Spring , Maryland , in 1975, the Oxford House concept has grown into a national movement. Each Oxford House is a separate, self-sustaining, resident-managed, independent entity, closely aligned with Alcoholics/Narcotics Anonymous. The Oxford House program has become an important adjunct to America's alcohol/drug abuse remedial effort.
How Oxford Houses Work
Oxford Houses are operational in several Missouri communities. Each serves one of the following populations:
- Men
- Women
- Women with children
- Eastern District Office ( St. Louis ) 314-877-0370
- District Satellite Office(Rolla) 573-368-2297
- Central District Office ( Jefferson City ) 573-751-8090
- District Satellite Office ( Springfield ) 417-895-6328
- Western District Office ( Kansas City ) 816-482-5770
For more information,contact the
Missouri Department of Mental Health, Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse
P.O. Box 687, 1706 East Elm
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-751-4942
1-800-364-9687
