House of Hope

Family-Centered Recovery with Onsite Childcare

House of Hope is one of the few programs in Utah that allows mothers to bring children under age 8 into treatment, helping women maintain their parenting role while receiving care. The facility offers onsite therapeutic childcare and parenting education, supporting women as they strengthen family connections during recovery.

Community-Based Nonprofit Since 1946

Established in 1946, House of Hope is a nonprofit deeply tied to the Salt Lake City community. Its mission-driven approach prioritizes access and affordability for women who need care, offering a pathway to recovery without separating families.

Transitional Housing and Life Skills Support

The facility provides transitional housing and case management, including employment coaching, job training, and life skills training to prepare clients for independent living post-treatment. House of Hope coordinates with the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) to support family reunification, reflecting its commitment to practical, long-term recovery.

Structured Environment in a City Setting

Located in a city-based environment, the residence features shared rooms and bathrooms. The facility maintains a no-cell-phone policy to help clients focus on treatment while hosting gender-specific support groups and 12-Step meetings to foster connection and accountability.

Client Reviews

Many clients describe House of Hope as a life-changing program that offers compassionate staff, family-focused care, and lasting recovery tools. A smaller number raised concerns about medical responsiveness, strict rules, or communication practices.

• Staff & Care Experience (70% positive): Clients often praise the staff for being caring and supportive, noting they felt truly seen and encouraged. "The staff truly cared about my recovery." Some, however, described staff as rigid or unsympathetic.
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (70% positive): Many reviewers credit the program with helping them gain tools to stay sober, rebuild self-worth, and thrive as parents. Several mention maintaining sobriety for years. A few, though, questioned the program’s structure and consistency.
• Support & Community (80% positive): Alumni programs, aftercare, and family involvement are highlighted as ongoing sources of strength. "I still attend their weekly aftercare program."
• Facility & Environment (65% positive): Clients valued being able to stay with their children during treatment, describing it as rare and vital for family recovery. At the same time, some raised concerns about child custody processes and program rules.
• Access & Process (60% positive): While some found admissions and outreach supportive, others reported frustrations with medical response times, belongings management, or restrictive policies.