The H.O.U.S.E Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation governed by a voluntary Board of Directors. We serve chronic, habitual, histronic alcoholics and addicts with a history of relapse and little hope of recovery. Ninetyfive percent of the clients are referred to us from V.A. Health Care Centers and private treatment centers in the four state area.

     Our program is based on a transitional living model with progressive levels of accountability. We ask a minimum of one year commitment. Clients do not work for the first 14 days. This time is for the new participant to adjust to their new fellows and surroundings. We encourage job security, education, and residential stability.

     Our Executive Director, Tom Hubbs, has over sixteen years in program development in Transitional Housing for homeless recovering alcoholics and addicts. Now, recovery centers, the V.A., and the local community look to Mr. Hubbs and The H.O.U.S.E. Inc. for shelter, volunteer services, as well as his successful experience in transitional housing and providing support services. An added strength is the Americorps* V.I.S.T.A. Program which began in February, 2003. Ten Vista volunteers are "making a difference" for our residents and the Joplin Metro community.