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Shepherd's House Fort Wayne

Lexington, KY

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient IOP Telehealth

Inpatient · IOP · Telehealth center · in Lexington, KY · Accepts Medicaid · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Shepherd's House Fort Wayne

Located near Highway 27 and the St. Joseph River, Shepherd’s House offers faith based transitional living and clinical services for homeless veterans with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions, such as PTSD and depression. Clients have access to a computer lab, fitness room, gardens, lounges, and outdoor theater. As a nonprofit organization, Shepherd’s House seeks to ensure that veterans who sacrificed for their country are empowered for a sober and stable future.
Shepherd’s House offers spiritual counseling from a Christian perspective, clinical and relapse prevention counseling, psychoeducation, recovery meetings, case management, and life skills training, including financial management. They also offer assistance navigating Veterans Administration and refer clients to outside resources for primary care and additional mental health treatment.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · IOP · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Long-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult men, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

635 Maxwelton Court, Lexington, KY 40508

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Facility direct line

(260) 424-2500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Shepherd's House Fort Wayne accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Shepherd's House Fort Wayne accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific KY Medicaid plan. Call (260) 424-2500 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Shepherd's House Fort Wayne offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, IOP, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Long-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.
Does Shepherd's House Fort Wayne have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult men, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse.
What therapy methods does Shepherd's House Fort Wayne use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Shepherd's House Fort Wayne?
Call the facility directly at (260) 424-2500 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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