Resident Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for residency at The O’Connor House, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • 18+ years of age
  • Currently pregnant
  • Not currently fleeing domestic violence
  • Maintained at least 12 months of sobriety from alcohol and drugs
  • Criminal record must be free of violent or serious crimes
  • Be willing to follow all house rules, policies, and procedures outlined during the intake process

Intake Process

The O’Connor House is not an emergency shelter. Rather, we offer a structured program designed for long-term growth through life skills development, individualized goal setting, and supportive services. Because of the intentional nature of our program, the intake process typically takes about one week to complete.

If you meet our eligibility criteria and are in need of housing and support, please follow the steps below to begin the intake process:

Step 1: Initial Contact
Call our intake line at 317-999-5616 and leave a message with your name and a callback number.
Our Intake Coordinator will return your call within 24 hours to confirm whether you meet our basic eligibility requirements. If not, we will offer referrals to other agencies and resources that may be able to assist you.

Step 2: First Intake
If you qualify, you’ll be invited to an in-person meeting with our Intake Coordinator and House Director. This conversation provides an opportunity to learn more about The O’Connor House and for us to learn more about you. At the end of this meeting, you’ll receive a copy of our Policies and Procedures to review on your own.

Step 3: Second Intake
After reviewing the Policies and Procedures, contact the Intake Coordinator to schedule a second visit. During this meeting, you’ll receive a tour of the house, meet current residents, and explore program expectations in greater depth.

Step 4: Move-in
If you decide to move forward and the House Director determines the program is a good fit, we will schedule a move-in date. If the house is currently at capacity, your name will be added to our waitlist.

Please Note: The entire intake process—from initial contact to potential move-in—typically takes about 7 days, depending on space availability.