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Dismas House of Indiana

Dismas House fosters healing, belonging, and self-determination for individuals returning from incarceration. Mary's and Holy Cross students.

We work to reduce recidivism and address systemic barriers through compassionate, community-driven care and meaningful connections. Did you know?
--> 67.5% of inmates are rearrested within 3 years of release
--> Up to one-quarter of prisoners expect to go to a homeless shelter upon release
--> One in every 100 adults in the United States is currently behind bars. The US incarcerates more people than all other nations, including China, with over 2.3 individuals currently held by our penal system.
--> Dismas cuts national rates of re-offending in half
--> In 2006, 75% of our residents successfully completed the 90-day program
--> Almost half of our budget comes from individual donations

Since opening in August of 1986, Dismas of South Bend has provided a new beginning to over 1500 former prisoners. Dismas has also been home to 150 local Notre Dame, St. Founded in 1974 by Vanderbilt University Chaplain Fr. Jack Hickey, the Dismas organization is comprised of three houses - the original in Nashville - and is nationally recognized as an effective crime prevention program. The name “Dismas” originates from the “repentant thief,” who was crucified at Calvary with Jesus Christ and offers a testament to the power of forgiveness.

01/09/2026

🌟 Welcome Our Newest Board Member: Katie Kerby! 🌟

We’re excited to kick off 2026 by welcoming Katie Kerby to the Dismas House Board of Directors!

Katie serves as the Senior Director of Annual Giving at the University of Notre Dame, where she leads a high-impact team known for innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to community. Her leadership is rooted in a life of service—from growing up in Chicago and Kenya to her ongoing dedication to South Bend.

A 2019 Notre Dame graduate, Katie first connected with Dismas House as an undergraduate volunteer. We’re honored to have her return now in an official role, bringing both personal passion and professional expertise to our mission.

Katie is currently pursuing a master’s degree in industrial-organizational psychology through the Harvard Extension School, studying how people and teams thrive. She and her husband, Matt, have been married for six and a half years and are joyfully raising their one-year-old as they build a life rooted in family, service, and community. Outside of work and school, Katie enjoys creating spaces for connection—and seeing the world through the eyes of her child.

Please join us in welcoming Katie to the Dismas family! 💙

01/08/2026

At Dismas House, moments like this reflect the power of supportive reentry. For individuals returning from incarceration, something as simple as obtaining identification can be a major milestone—and a key step toward independence and stability.

We’re proud to walk alongside residents like Stephen as they rebuild their lives with dignity, purpose, and community.

💙This is what transformation looks like.
💙This is why we do the work.

Visit our website to learn more about how we support second chances and how you can help: https://www.dismashouseofindiana.org.

01/05/2026

MEN'S PEER GROUP
📅 Wednesday, January 7, 2026
📍 Dismas House of Indiana
🕕 Time: 6:30 PM
🔗 Registration Required at https://bit.ly/MensPeer

A dedicated space for men impacted by incarceration—whether personally or through a loved one—to connect, reflect, and support one another in recovery. Together, we focus on honesty, brotherhood, and building strength through vulnerability.

Join us at Dismas House for an evening of shared experiences and peer-led support. You are not alone—healing and growth happen in community.

01/04/2026

Only 2 Days Away!

🧡 Repairing Together. Healing Together.

This Tuesday, January 6th at 6:30 PM, join us at The Dismas Hub (402 E. South St., South Bend) for a special Parent–Child Together session designed for families impacted by incarceration, reentry, or trauma.

Together, we'll explore the Japanese art of Kintsugi — repairing broken pottery with gold to reflect the beauty in healing and resilience.

This hands-on evening is a chance to:
✨ Create something meaningful as a family
✨ Reflect on growth and healing
✨ Build deeper connections
✨ Celebrate strength through struggle

No art experience needed — just come as you are. Space is limited, so make sure you're registered at https://ow.ly/TjLf50XQ9ww.

12/31/2025

🚨 New at The Dismas Hub: Free Narcan Access 🚨

We're proud to announce that a Narcan (naloxone) box is now available outside The Dismas Hub at 521 S. St. Joseph St. in South Bend.

This lifesaving medication can reverse opioid overdoses and is FREE for anyone in need—no questions asked, available 24/7. Access to Narcan is a critical part of building a safer, more compassionate community, especially for those impacted by incarceration and substance use.

At Dismas House, we believe in second chances, harm reduction, and community care. If you or someone you know may need Narcan, stop by anytime.

🫶 Healing starts with access.
📍The Dismas Hub, 402 E. South Street, South Bend

For more information on our mission, visit https://www.dismashouseofindiana.org.

12/30/2025

✨ We couldn’t wait to put it live. ✨

As 2025 comes to a close, our staff has taken time away to reflect, rest, and plan for the year ahead. One thing is already clear: our 2026 Annual Dinner will be a highlight of the year, and we can’t wait to experience it with this community.

This year’s evening will center the voices of Dismas residents and alumni, shared through art, poetry, and short stories—creative expressions of resilience, belonging, and life beyond incarceration.

We’re also grateful to share that the University of Notre Dame has already stepped forward as our first Empowerment-Level sponsor, and we’re excited to welcome more partners who believe in this work and the people at the heart of it.

🎟️ Tickets & sponsorships are now live:
👉 https://events.readysetauction.com/dismashouseindiana/2026

12/30/2025

S*x Offender Resource Meetings at Dismas House
Navigating life after a conviction can be isolating and overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Dismas House offers free, judgment-free resource meetings designed to support individuals with s*x offense convictions as they work toward stability, healing, and reintegration. No registration is required—just show up and find community, information, and support in a safe, respectful environment. Offered every first Thursday. Our next meeting will take place:

📅Thursday, Jan. 1
⌚4-7 pm
📍The Dismas Hub @ 402 E. South St. in South Bend

Questions? Contact Dismas House at (574) 233-8522.

12/29/2025

✨ Repairing Together. Healing Together. ✨
Join us at The Dismas Hub on January 6th at 6:30 PM for a special Parent–Child Together session where families will create a Kintsugi bowl.

🗓 January 6th at 6:30 PM
📍 The Dismas Hub @ 402 E. South St., South Bend

Kintsugi is a Japanese art form that repairs broken pottery with gold — showing that brokenness doesn’t lessen value, and that healing can make something even more beautiful.

This hands-on activity is a chance for parents and children to:
🤍 Create together
🤍 Reflect on healing and growth
🤍 Strengthen connection
🤍 Celebrate resilience

No art experience necessary — just bring yourselves and an open heart. Register at https://ow.ly/TjLf50XQ9ww.

12/24/2025

As the year comes to a close, we celebrate the many ways our community marks this season—Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, and other traditions.

Across many faiths and cultures, this is a season of waiting, pause, and rest. However you observe this season, we hope you experience moments of peace, hope, and belonging.

In that spirit, Dismas offices will be closed from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day, giving our staff time to rest and return renewed. We are grateful for the residents, alumni, staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters who make this community what it is.

—The Dismas Family

12/22/2025

Find Community. Share Your Story. Heal Together.

At Dismas House of Indiana, we believe that no one should have to navigate the impact of incarceration alone. We offer two supportive peer-led groups designed to foster healing, empowerment, and connection for those who have been justice-impacted—either directly or through a loved one.

WOMEN'S PEER SUPPORT GROUP
2nd and 4th Wednesday @ 6:30 PM
A supportive, affirming group for all female-identifying and non-binary individuals who have been justice-impacted, whether through personal experience or a loved one's incarceration. We focus on healing, connection, and empowerment through shared experience.
More information and registration: https://bit.ly/WomensPeer

MEN'S PEER SUPPORT GROUP
1st and 3rd Wednesdays @ 6:30 PM
A dedicated space for men who have been impacted by incarceration—personally or through a loved one—to connect, reflect, and support one another in recovery. Together, we focus on honesty, brotherhood, and building strength through vulnerability.
More information and registration: https://bit.ly/MensPeer

These groups are free, confidential, and open to the public. For more about our mission to support reentry and healing through community, visit www.dismashouseofindiana.org.

Let’s build a stronger community—together.

12/19/2025

The Dismas Hub launched earlier this year as a bold step in our mission—but it’s just the beginning. Take a look back at how it started and discover how you can be part of what’s next.

https://ow.ly/aQ6U50XLImA

12/17/2025

Dismas House extends heartfelt thanks to the University of Notre Dame for the honor of inviting our Executive Director, Andee Huxhold, to speak at this year’s Advent Prayer Service. During the service, she offered the powerful reflection:

“For the poor, the marginalized, and the neglected who quietly live among and around us; may we work strenuously to bring love and kindness to individuals who are so often forgotten.”

This message reflects the heart of Dismas House’s mission to foster healing, dignity, and belonging for those returning from incarceration. We are grateful to Notre Dame for creating space for voices and stories of hope, restoration, and justice.

Address

521 S Street Joseph St
South Bend, IN
46601

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+15742338522

Website

http://www.dismashouseofindiana.org/

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