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Amethyst House, Inc.
is a Bloomington, IN based not-for-profit United Way agency that provides residential and outpatient services for people with drug and alcohol addiction. We offer additional outpatient services in Evansville, Indiana through Counseling for Change. Our Mission Amethyst House provides a foundation for recovery by partnering with individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance-use disorders, offering high-quality residential and outpatient treatment services and guidance for healthy living. Our Vision Our Vision is to promote a world where recovery services are accessible to all, the stigma of addiction is eliminated, and life-long recovery is a reality. 
Our Services
We conduct our business in a way that reflects:
In Sept 2025, Amethyst House received a renewed three-year accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) for addictions community housing and adult outpatient treatment. For more information on what CARF is click this link. Amethyst House is certified by The Division of Mental Health and Addictions. We offer preferential admission for pregnant women and IV drug users. Amethyst House embraces diversity, recognizes that our services are enhanced when we have a diverse staff and clients. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is valued and respected, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or identity. Click below for more information on our services. Review our Annual Report
Review our Strategic Plan Review our 990 Audited Financial Statements are available for review upon request amethyst_house__inc._2023_990_tax_returns.pdf Contact us at 812-336-3570 ext 203 Check us out on Facebook @recoveryamethyst and Instagram @amethystbtown |
NAP credits are no longer available for 2025. Check in with us in January 2026 to reserve yours! Please contact Gina Lovell 812-336-3570
ext. 203. 
We are honored to maintain our recognition for the third year in a row as one of the best addiction treatment centers in the state from Newsweek. This would not be possible without our dedicated staff, alumni, Board of Directors, and community partners!
Kroger Community Rewards
If you have a Kroger Plus card, be sure to set Amethyst House as your charity through Kroger Community Rewards! Every time you shop with your card, Kroger donates a percentage of your total to Amethyst House, so you help us raise money at no cost to you! If you have already set Amethyst House as your charity, thank you! We also encourage that you check to be sure your charity of choice has not been reset by checking here. 
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Why Amethyst?
In mythology, the rich, purple, semi-precious amethyst stone was called "Without Intoxication". The Greeks believed the stone would prevent people from getting intoxicated. Today, the stone is popular to people recovering and healing from addictions.
Our History
Amethyst House was founded in August of 1980 as "Ray of Love." The founders were a group of concerned recovering community members that were aware of the need for safe housing for individuals beginning the recovery process from alcohol and other drugs. The name was changed to Amethyst House, Inc. in 1989. Outpatient Services were added in 2000 in Bloomington and in 2001 in Evansville, IN. The Evansville location closed in the end of February, 2012, but Amethyst continues to provide services in the community through Counseling For Change, located at 1133 Lincoln Ave, Evansville, IN 47714 (phone: 812-491-2615).
Amethyst House was founded in August of 1980 as "Ray of Love." The founders were a group of concerned recovering community members that were aware of the need for safe housing for individuals beginning the recovery process from alcohol and other drugs. The name was changed to Amethyst House, Inc. in 1989. Outpatient Services were added in 2000 in Bloomington and in 2001 in Evansville, IN. The Evansville location closed in the end of February, 2012, but Amethyst continues to provide services in the community through Counseling For Change, located at 1133 Lincoln Ave, Evansville, IN 47714 (phone: 812-491-2615).
