Shepherds House Inc

The Shepherds House provides comprehensive treatment for substance use disorder across the Central Kentucky region. Founded in 1989 by Fred Hood, a parishioner at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Lexington, the organization delivers a wide range of treatment options including recovery housing programs, inpatient treatment, intensive outpatient programs with housing, and substance abuse programs in detention settings. The organization operates multiple facilities across Kentucky including recovery housing programs at various phases of treatment (Bonnie Brae, Lyndhurst, and Fontaine), inpatient treatment at a Level 3.5 and 3.1 facility in Lexington, and partnerships with other recovery housing providers. Their approach emphasizes 12-step programs, individual therapy, community living, group therapy, employment support, and daily activities to help clients rebuild their lives in sobriety.