Licensed Boarding Home Facility, City of Dallas  ·  Partnering with TDCJ & TROHN
Dallas – Fort Worth, Texas

Where Restoration Feels Possible.

Safe, structured, and deeply supportive transitional housing for individuals rebuilding their lives across the DFW area — recovery, reentry, treatment step-down, or simply a harder chapter. We provide the foundation, and walk alongside you every step.

Haven House exterior
Our Promise to Every Resident

Safety & Dignity

A secure home where you are respected and genuinely protected.

Whole-Person Care

Emotional, social, and practical support for your full journey.

Real Community

A home where you belong and are never alone on this road.

Path to Independence

Employment connections and life skills throughout DFW.

"We don't just offer housing. We offer a home — the kind that helps you remember who you are."

4M+
Americans face housing instability during a major life transition each year
90%
Better outcomes with stable, structured housing
1:1
Genuine attention — a small, intentional community, not a facility

Our mission is to create a warm, uplifting community where people rebuilding their lives feel inspired to become the best version of themselves — supported emotionally, mentally, socially, and practically. Haven House is growing to serve individuals across DFW, one home at a time.

What We Provide

More Than a Roof. A Real Foundation.

Haven House is built around the belief that stable housing — combined with structure, community, and care — creates the foundation for everything else. Whatever path brought you here, the standard inside these walls is the same for everyone.

01

Safe, Structured Housing

Clean, comfortably furnished rooms in a caring, substance-free environment. All utilities included. A genuine home — not a facility.

02

Structure & Accountability

Clear, consistent expectations — curfews, house meetings, check-ins — create the scaffolding that makes lasting stability possible.

03

Employment Support

Connections to local workforce programs, job training resources, and employers across DFW who value a second chance.

04

Peer Community

Live alongside people who understand your journey. Mutual accountability, shared meals, and genuine connection.

05

Whole-Person Wellness

Referrals to outpatient treatment, counseling, faith community, and peer support. Your wellbeing matters as much as your housing.

06

Community Integration

Close to treatment resources, reentry services, and support networks across DFW — so your foundation stays active and strong.

Who We Serve

Built for Individuals Choosing a New Chapter.

Our Dallas home currently serves adults ready to build a stable life — whatever pathway brought them here. As Haven House grows, we're building homes across DFW for anyone ready to do the work.

Support community circle at Haven House

Post-Treatment & IOP Graduates

Completing inpatient, PHP, or IOP and needing a structured environment to bridge the gap before independent living.

Reentry & Justice-Involved

Returning from incarceration on parole or probation, needing peer accountability, structure, and a safe space to rebuild.

Veterans & General Hardship

Rebuilding stability after job loss, homelessness, or a difficult chapter — no single pathway required to belong here.

Individuals Ready to Commit

You don't have to have it all figured out. You need to be willing to show up, follow the structure, and do the work.

Now Accepting Residents

A Home, Ready for You

We maintain a small, intentional resident community so every person inside Haven House genuinely receives the care, accountability, and belonging that creates lasting stability. Bed availability varies by location — reach out to check current openings.

Location
Dallas–Fort Worth, TX
Status
Accepting Applications Now
Phone
(214) 519-9313
Response Time
Within 48 hours
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Our Foundation

Seven Pillars of Haven House

Every decision — from how we structure the home to how we speak with residents — flows from these seven commitments.

01

Purpose

Cultivating experiences that connect every resident to meaning, identity, and possibility beyond their past.

02

Wellness

Emotional, mental, physical, and social wellbeing treated as equally important to housing stability.

03

Compassion

Every individual met with empathy, dignity, and cultural awareness. You are seen here.

04

Safety

A secure, structured environment that protects every resident and builds trust in the community.

05

Community

Genuine friendship, belonging, and connection — so no one walks this road alone.

06

Excellence

High standards in every detail — because you deserve a place that takes itself, and you, seriously.

07

Support

Partnering with families, counselors, and community organizations so every voice in a resident's journey is heard.

Ready for Haven House?

Your Next Chapter Starts Here.

Apply in 5 minutes. No cost. Your place on the waitlist could be the first step toward everything changing.

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Our Story & Mission

Built on Purpose. Rooted in Belief.

Haven House exists because rebuilding a life is real work — and a warm, structured, caring community is the ground where it grows.

Why We Exist

The Need Is Real. The Work Is Personal.

Millions of people leave treatment, incarceration, or a period of instability every year with genuine hope — and walk back into environments that make lasting change nearly impossible. The first days of any transition are the most vulnerable. Without a stable, structured home, even the strongest commitment can unravel.

Haven House was created to be that foundation in Dallas–Fort Worth. We offer more than beds. We offer a community built around whole-person care, genuine relationship, high standards, and deep belief in every person's capacity for lasting change.

"We don't meet people at their worst and hold it against them. We meet them there — and walk forward together."

We run a structured, professional home with clear expectations for residents. Not to control — but because structure creates safety and space for real transformation. Every standard we hold exists to protect every resident's stability and dignity.

Core Values

The Seven Pillars in Full

These are the operating principles that shape every conversation, every policy, and every decision inside Haven House.

01

Purpose

We cultivate intentional, meaningful experiences that help every resident reconnect to their identity, goals, and sense of self beyond their past.

02

Wellness

Emotional, mental, physical, and social wellbeing are treated as equally important to housing stability. We address the whole person.

03

Compassion

Every individual is met with empathy, dignity, and cultural awareness. We understand where you have been — and see where you are going.

04

Safety

A secure, structured environment that gives every resident confidence — and gives the surrounding community trust in who we are.

05

Community

Genuine friendship, belonging, and connection. You heal in relationship — not isolation. Haven House is a community, not just an address.

06

Excellence

High standards in every detail — from the cleanliness of the home to the quality of every communication with residents and partners.

07

Support

We partner with families, counselors, treatment centers, and community organizations — because everyone connected to a resident's journey is part of the team.

"You heal in relationship — not isolation."

Haven House · Core Value 05 · Community
House Standards

Clear Expectations. A Caring Environment.

Every rule exists for a reason — to protect every resident and create the conditions where real change is possible.

Zero Tolerance

  • No drugs or alcohol on premises — ever
  • No weapons of any kind
  • No violence, threats, or harassment
  • No unauthorized overnight guests
  • No illegal activity on or off the property

Schedule & Curfew

  • Weekday curfew: 10:00 PM
  • Weekend curfew: 12:00 Midnight
  • Daily sign-in / sign-out log required
  • Mandatory weekly house meeting attendance
  • Absences over 24 hours require advance approval

Employment & Growth

  • Active job search required within 30 days
  • Employed or in training program by Day 45
  • Participation in workforce resources encouraged
  • Employment documentation required

Financial Responsibility

  • Rent due on the 1st of each month
  • 5-day grace period with advance notice
  • Security deposit required at move-in
  • Assistance programs accepted

Shared Home Standards

  • Personal and shared areas kept clean
  • Assigned household chores on rotation
  • No damage to property
  • Common area guests permitted until 9:00 PM

Accountability Testing

  • Random drug and alcohol testing at any time
  • First positive: mandatory counseling evaluation
  • Second positive: review and possible exit
  • Prescribed medications disclosed at move-in

"Structure creates safety — and space for real transformation."

Program Benefit

Family Reunification & Support.

Rebuilding doesn't happen in isolation — and neither does rebuilding a family. Haven House actively supports the relationships that matter most to your long-term success.

Family dinner and reunification support

Guided Family Communication

We help residents navigate difficult conversations with parents, partners, and children — with structure, honesty, and care.

Scheduled Family Visits

Approved family visits are built into the Haven House structure — on set days, in a safe and welcoming environment.

Family Liaison Support

Families can reach Haven House directly with questions or concerns. We bridge the gap and build the trust that rebuilding requires.

Milestone Recognition

Stability milestones, employment wins, and personal growth moments are celebrated — with family invited to share in them.

Boundaries & Trust Rebuilding

We coach residents on how to rebuild trust through action — not words alone — practiced here daily.

Ongoing Progress Updates

With resident consent, families receive regular updates on employment and milestones so they can stay engaged in the journey.

Get on the Waitlist

Your Haven Is Waiting.

Complete our free pre-application — about five minutes. You will be added to our waitlist and we will be in touch within 48 hours.

All information is kept strictly confidential. This form adds you to our waitlist — it does not guarantee placement. We will contact you within 48–72 hours to discuss your application.
Personal Information
Current Situation
Background
Employment & Support
Substance Use History
Emergency Contact
Final Details
What Happens Next
1

Application Received

Added to our waitlist immediately upon submission.

2

We Call You

Within 48–72 hours — a real conversation about your situation.

3

Review & Approval

Eligibility confirmed and move-in timeline discussed.

4

Move-In Confirmed

We set your date and walk you through everything you need.

Bring on Move-In Day
Referral Partners & Contact

Let's Work Together.

Treatment counselors, case managers, parole officers, and community organizations — we answer the phone, communicate proactively, and want to be a resource you can count on.

Phone & Text

(214) 519-9313
Mon–Sat, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Service Area

Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas
Exact address shared upon application approval.

For treatment centers, parole offices, and case managers: we respond within 24 hours. We maintain open communication, provide regular resident updates, and work to make your referral process as seamless as possible.

Referral Partner Form

Refer a client, request our information packet, or reach out about a partnership opportunity.