Begin your recovery
with a fresh start
Compassionate, evidence-based treatment for substance use disorder at Volunteers of America Fresh Start Recovery Center — where every person is met with dignity, hope, and a clear path forward.
Restoring lives through
compassionate care
Volunteers of America Fresh Start Recovery Center provides comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in the heart of Indianapolis. We believe that recovery is not a destination but a journey — one that requires patience, professional support, and an unwavering commitment to each individual's well-being.
Our team of licensed clinicians, counselors, and support staff work together to create personalized treatment plans that address the root causes of addiction and equip each person with the tools they need for lasting recovery.
Comprehensive treatment services
From detoxification through long-term recovery support, we provide a full continuum of care tailored to each person's unique needs.
Detoxification
Medically supervised withdrawal management in a safe, supportive environment. Our clinical team monitors vital signs and provides comfort medications throughout the detox process.
Inpatient Treatment
24-hour residential care for individuals needing structured, intensive support. Daily therapy sessions, group counseling, and holistic activities create a healing environment.
Outpatient Programs
Flexible scheduling for those balancing treatment with work or family responsibilities. Includes individual therapy, group sessions, and relapse prevention planning.
Mental Health Counseling
Integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders. Licensed therapists address underlying trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions alongside addiction recovery.
Life Skills & Education
Practical training in employment readiness, financial literacy, healthy relationships, and stress management — essential skills for rebuilding a stable, purposeful life.
Aftercare & Support
Ongoing recovery support through alumni networks, peer mentoring, and connection to community resources. We stay with you long after treatment ends.
A trusted name in Indianapolis recovery care
As part of Volunteers of America — one of the nation's largest and most respected non-profit social service organizations — Fresh Start Recovery Center brings decades of experience to the fight against substance use disorder.
Located at 927 N. Pennsylvania Street in downtown Indianapolis, our center offers a safe, structured environment where individuals can focus entirely on their healing. We serve adults of all backgrounds, meeting each person where they are on their recovery journey.
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Treatment rooted in science,
delivered with heart
We combine clinically proven methods with genuine human compassion — because recovery demands both.
Assessment
A thorough evaluation of your physical, emotional, and social needs to design a treatment plan that's uniquely yours.
Stabilization
Safe, medically informed detox and stabilization to prepare your body and mind for the work of recovery.
Therapy
Individual and group counseling using evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
Transition
Careful aftercare planning, including sober living connections, alumni support, and ongoing therapy to sustain your progress.
Every person deserves a second chance
Dignity in every interaction
We treat each individual with the respect and compassion they deserve, without judgment or condition.
Evidence-based practices
Our treatment methods are grounded in the latest clinical research and proven outcomes.
Whole-person care
We address the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social dimensions of recovery — not just the symptoms.
Community connection
Recovery thrives in community. We help each person rebuild meaningful relationships and find their place.
Your fresh start begins
with a single call
You don't have to face this alone. Our admissions team is ready to listen, answer your questions, and help you take the next step — confidentially and without judgment.
Calls are confidential. Available to answer your questions 24/7.
We're here to help
Reach out anytime. Whether you're seeking treatment for yourself or a loved one, our team is ready to support you.
Address
927 N. Pennsylvania St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204-1020
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Thank you for reaching out.
Our team will contact you within 24 hours. For immediate assistance, please call (833) 659-4357.
