How do get into an Oxford House?Any recovering alcoholic or drug addict can apply to get into any Oxford House by calling the number listed below to find out about vacancies in the Dallas area. Call the individual Oxford House in which you are interested for an appointment with the residents. You will be asked to fill out an application and you will be interviewed by the existing members of the House. The application is then considered by the membership of the House and if there is a vacancy and if 80% of the members approve, the applicant is accepted and moves in. |
What if I relapse after I am in an Oxford House?You will be immediately expelled if a majority of the members in the house find you have used drugs or alcohol in or out of the house. The welfare of the other members is too important to permit anyone who relapses to stay. |
How much sobriety is needed before an individual can be accepted into an Oxford House?There is no minimum time limit, but generally an individual comes in to an Oxford House following a 14 to 28 day rehabilitation program or at least a ten-day detoxification program. |
How much does it cost to live in an Oxford House?Oxford House rent in the Dallas area averages between $75 and $110 each week. All Utilities and *Furnishings provided. *Check with individual house. |
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