New affordable housing community and recovery residence in Plainfield to break ground Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 10 a.m.
INDIANAPOLIS, IN (June 19, 2024)
Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana will break ground Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 10 a.m. to build, and operate a new $2 million, certified community-based recovery residence located at 3343 S. Smith Rd., Plainfield. Legacy Recovery House will be located adjacent to Winding Way Townhomes, a new affordable housing community for families and individuals, which will also break ground on Tuesday, June 25, at the same time.
The two developments create one of the first continuum of care campuses in the State of Indiana totaling $12.2 million. The VOA Ohio & Indiana Legacy Recovery House will feature three, three-bedroom duplexes, for women recovering from substance use disorder. Moms will be able to stay with their children while continuing to receive wrap-around services during their recovery. The $10.2 million Winding Way community, developed by Radiant CDC and managed by Herron Property Management, will feature 22, one- two- and three bedroom units that will end homelessness for individuals and families in our community.
The four-acre property, which includes both developments, is conveniently located near medical services, employment opportunities and public transportation. Family Promise of Hendricks County and VOA Ohio & Indiana will provide supportive services.
When
June 25, 2024 at 10 a.m.
Where
3343 S. Smith Rd., Plainfield
What
VOA Ohio & Indiana representatives along with project partners will break ground to build the $2 million Legacy Recovery House with funding from Indiana University Health Community Impact Investment Fund and United Way of Central Indiana.
Breaking ground on the same day and time, Winding Way Townhomes is the first development in Indiana to use America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for permanent supportive housing. The ARPA program is intended to address the economic and health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Our team has been called to support women and families impacted by substance use disorder in Indiana. Legacy Recovery House will be another step in the continuum of care our team provides in efforts to reduce the maternal mortality rate in the state. We’re fortunate to have found a location within a family-centered community along with funders and partners who are dedicated to making a positive impact and creating long-lasting change for families in need.”
John R. von Arx III
President & CEO
Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana
Duane Miller, board president of Radiant CDC, says, “To make lasting change in our communities, it takes a group of project partners and people who share the same vision to provide support and services for individuals and families in need. Our team is honored to be part of the team developing this first-of-its-kind community in Indiana.”
About Legacy Recovery House
Legacy Recovery House is funded through a $1.4 million grant from the Indiana University Health Community Impact Investment Fund (CIIF) and a capital grant from United Way of Indiana. Certified as Level III housing when opened in summer 2025, it will provide residential services, around-the-clock support and peer connections to women who have completed residential substance use disorder treatment at one of four Indiana Fresh Start Recovery Centers and reside in either western Marion or Hendricks counties. The new residence will promote each woman’s recovery efforts to obtain an education or steady employment, permanent housing, strengthened family bond, and quality care for her child(ren) under the age of five.
About Legacy Recovery House
Legacy Recovery House is funded through a $1.4 million grant from the Indiana University Health Community Impact Investment Fund (CIIF) and a capital grant from United Way of Indiana. Certified as Level III housing when opened in summer 2025, it will provide residential services, around-the-clock support and peer connections to women who have completed residential substance use disorder treatment at one of four Indiana Fresh Start Recovery Centers and reside in either western Marion or Hendricks counties. The new residence will promote each woman’s recovery efforts to obtain an education or steady employment, permanent housing, strengthened family bond, and quality care for her child(ren) under the age of five.
About Volunteers of America
Volunteers of America is one of the nation’s largest, established comprehensive human services organizations with 16,000 mission-driven professionals, dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Founded in 1896, the faith-based nonprofit has programs in 46 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, and serves more than 1.5 million people a year.
At Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana, we are dedicated to helping people achieve well-being by offering hope, restoring dignity, and transforming lives, to ensure communities thrive. For over 125 years, we have been uplifting individuals, families, and communities including veterans, homeless individuals and families, men and women returning home after incarceration, and those recovering and healing from addiction. Our work touches the mind, body, heart – and ultimately the spirit – of those we serve, integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services.