Southern Oklahoma Addiction Recovery

Southern Oklahoma Addiction Recovery SOAR provides a long-term therapeutic work program for the recovery from drug and alcohol addiction It’s the only one of its kind in the region.

PROGRAM:

Southern Oklahoma Addictions Recovery is a therapeutic work program for men who have been convicted of drug and alcohol offenses. We work with courts in central and southern Oklahoma to place people in jobs rather than in jail or prison. The program emphasizes personal responsibility and strict accountability as well as sobriety. Before SOAR was founded in 2008, courts had no choice but to send nonviolent drug and alcohol offenders to prison. After officials in Pontotoc County expressed concern about the situation, Ada businessman Duane Murray began organizing the long-term rehabilitation program. Today, nearly two-thirds of SOAR’s clients graduate and return to their communities as sober, productive citizens. SOAR has a nine-member board of directors, two full-time and two part-time staff members, as well as a number of volunteers. We serve about 40 clients each year, most of whom spend six months at the facility. Most of our clients are referred by courts in Southern Oklahoma. Upon entering the program they are placed in jobs with area employers. They are expected not only to work but to attend regular 12-step meetings and church services. Abstinence is strictly monitored. To meet a growing demand, SOAR expanded in 2013, moving to a new facility with beds for more than 20 clients. SOAR doesn’t receive any taxpayer money. Our costs are paid by donors and by our clients themselves, who earn their way through the program by working at jobs in the community. COMMUNITY:

SOAR couldn’t exist without the support of companies, organizations and individuals in our community, and we return that support in a number of ways. In addition to their paying jobs, our clients do community service projects such as painting, cleaning and other work at area schools and homes for the elderly. They assist at local food banks, and help needy families who are unable to pay for needed services. In return, SOAR receives community support in the form of donations, which include used clothing, surplus food, vehicles and work equipment. In 2013, individual community members contributed a total of $50,000 to meet the budget for remodeling our new facility on North Oak Avenue in Ada. SOAR is also applying for grants from foundations and companies. WORK:

We believe that steady work builds self-confidence and personal responsibility. We contract with local employers who compensate SOAR directly for the client labor, which is negotiated at an hourly rate. As a result of the work ethic we encourage and instill in our clients, employers in our community enthusiastically support our program. It’s a “win-win” scenario for clients and employers. New program members are usually placed in jobs during their first week. We try to match each client’s skills and ability with each job. SOAR members wake up at an assigned time, make their beds, have breakfast, and go to work. Employers benefit in a number of ways. Since our employees are court-ordered to take part in a work program, they are available for continuous employment for six months or more. They are driven to work on time and ready to start the day. Their work must be satisfactory or they are subject to removal, and their sobriety is ensured due to strict drug and alcohol testing. We’re proud of the work we do, and especially proud of successful SOAR members who stay in in their jobs after graduation from the program. RECOVERY:

Our clients are encouraged to broaden their spiritual lives as well as their commitment to sobriety and service. As often as possible, Saturdays are reserved for community service projects at local schools, churches, homes for the elderly and other institutions. SOAR staff members know the “real world” of addiction because they’ve been there themselves. They are recovering addicts who have completed 12-step programs and maintained solid sobriety. Staffers guide clients through their own 12-step programs and help them strengthen their spiritual lives. Program members are driven to church services, meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous, and other recovery groups. Twelve-step meetings are also held in the SOAR facility. Abstinence from drugs and alcohol is strictly monitored through testing. We believe recreation is also important in recovery. Clients who earn the privilege may participate in local sports leagues, attend events at East Central University, rodeos and movies. There are also special meals and celebrations on holidays.

Congratulations to Ryan Staples for Graduating from the SOAR Program
10/03/2025

Congratulations to Ryan Staples for Graduating from the SOAR Program

Congratulations to Randall Polster for Graduating from the SOAR Program
10/01/2025

Congratulations to Randall Polster for Graduating from the SOAR Program

Congratulations to Shaun Waltz for Graduating from the SOAR Program
09/25/2025

Congratulations to Shaun Waltz for Graduating from the SOAR Program

Congratulations to Caleb Armstrong for Graduating from the SOAR Program
09/24/2025

Congratulations to Caleb Armstrong for Graduating from the SOAR Program

Congratulations to Timmy Parish for Graduating from the SOAR Program
09/19/2025

Congratulations to Timmy Parish for Graduating from the SOAR Program

SOAR is busy today handing out food at the Food Pantry at Asbury Methodist Church.  The Food pantry happens twice every ...
09/18/2025

SOAR is busy today handing out food at the Food Pantry at Asbury Methodist Church. The Food pantry happens twice every month and SOAR is always happy to help out their community.

Congratulations to Jon Dellinger for Graduating from the SOAR Program
09/17/2025

Congratulations to Jon Dellinger for Graduating from the SOAR Program

09/15/2025

Ada Main Street continues to fulfill its mission of revitalizing the Main Street District and enhancing the quality of life in our community. One concern often voiced by community members is the condition of our downtown alleyways. To address this issue, Ada Main Street partnered with Southern Oklahoma Addiction Recovery also known as S.O.A.R, a local Non Profit organization eager to lend a helping hand.

On Saturday morning, September 6th, several S.O.A.R. volunteers dedicated a combined 32 hours to cleaning and improving every alley in the downtown district. Their hard work resulted in the collection of 17 large bags of trash and a noticeable improvement in the overall appearance of the area.

Thanks to collaboration between Ada Main Street, the Ada Main Street Design Committee, and the dedicated volunteers of S.O.A.R., this cleanup is just the beginning. The group plans to continue their efforts every other Saturday, ensuring that our alleyways remain clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone in the community.

Together, we are not only cleaning up our downtown but also strengthening the spirit of community partnership and pride in Ada.

Congratulations to Chad Hill for Graduating from the SOAR Program
09/12/2025

Congratulations to Chad Hill for Graduating from the SOAR Program

Congratulations to Noah Geary for Graduating from the SOAR Program
09/10/2025

Congratulations to Noah Geary for Graduating from the SOAR Program

Congratulations to David Booth for Graduating from the SOAR Program
09/03/2025

Congratulations to David Booth for Graduating from the SOAR Program

Labor Day Cookout at SOAR
09/01/2025

Labor Day Cookout at SOAR

Address

115 N Oak Avenue
Ada, OK
74820

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+15803109822

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