Dismas House of Indiana

11/11/2025

Dismas House of Indiana is proud to introduce its free public programs at The Dismas Hub.

These offerings are designed for individuals navigating life after incarceration or justice involvement. Whether you're seeking healing, connection, or a path forward, The Dismas Hub offers a supportive space to begin again.

From trauma recovery, mental health challenges, and substance use disorder to our Workforce Readiness Lab, these programs are designed to help you overcome obstacles that stand in the way of stability, growth, and long-term success.

What you can expect:
– Programs grounded in healing and skill-building
– A welcoming, judgment-free community
– No cost to attend
– Open to all

Located in South Bend, these programs reflect our mission to create second chances and disrupt cycles of incarceration.

Registration is now open: https://ow.ly/vTJK50Xqasz

11/10/2025

Thank You for a Beautiful Open House

To everyone who joined us this past Saturday, thank you. Your presence, your curiosity, and your conversations reminded us why we do what we do at Dismas House.

We loved sharing our mission and community programs with you and learning more about you. A special thank you to Brain Lair for hosting our book fair and generously donating a percentage of sales to support our work.

And to Charity Stowe and her wonderful team, your cozy café setup added just the right touch of warmth to our gathering. Your participation and donation are greatly appreciated.

Books, coffee, and a heartwarming community. What more could we ask for?

Thank you for showing up, for supporting second chances, and for believing in a future where everyone belongs.

11/08/2025

11/07/2025

During this week's ribbon-cutting ceremony, we unveiled a new 200-square-foot mural at The Dismas Hub, created in collaboration with the University of Notre Dame Center for Social Concerns and nationally recognized artist Nate Baranowski.

This vibrant, larger-than-life artwork features South Bend residents who are currently living and working in reentry. It stands as a bold visual testament to the power of second chances and a reminder that healing and hope are alive and well in our community.

The mural is more than art—it’s a statement. A reflection of the lives, stories, and strength of those rebuilding after incarceration, and a call to recognize their place in the fabric of South Bend.

Come experience the mural for yourself at The Dismas Hub during our open house tomorrow, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a curated book fair, take a tour of the space, and learn more about the impact of our work in the community.

The Dismas Hub
402 E. South St, South Bend

* The Dismas Hub is a community space offering reentry support, job training, and connection for individuals transitioning from incarceration.

11/06/2025

Last night, we officially opened The Dismas Hub—a transformed community space created with and for justice-impacted individuals. Executive Director Andee Huxhold captured the moment when she said, “This moment really belongs to this community and to all those who came before us. The Dismas House represents what’s possible.”

Korey Holman, a resident leader, moved us all with his own personal journey and shared, “I am grateful, and honestly believe I would not have made it if it hadn't been for Dismas. Thank you to everyone who believed in me, even when I messed up.”

Huge thanks to everyone who shared their journey, support, or role in making The Hub a reality. Your voices made the celebration unforgettable.

Didn’t make it to the ribbon-cutting? We are hosting an open house this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 402 E. South St. in South Bend. Come take a tour, shop at the book fair (sponsored by Brain Lair Books), learn about our mission and programs, and see the powerful mural on the building that tells the story of resilience, creativity, and community.

11/06/2025

“The work is slow.
It takes years to learn to breathe again.
But in the breathing,
we find each other.
And in finding each other,
we begin to heal.”

Spoon Jackson

Thanks for being with us today, and always. We are so proud to be a part of this community. 💛

11/05/2025

There’s a lot to celebrate at Dismas, and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Ribbon Cutting at Dismas HUB – Today
Location: 402 E. South St., South Bend
Time: 4 p.m.
We’re officially cutting the ribbon at the newly renovated Dismas HUB. Come help us celebrate this milestone in creating a home where justice-impacted individuals can heal and thrive.

Dismas Hub Open House – Saturday, November 8
Location: 402 E. South Street, South Bend
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Stop by to tour our brand-new community space, meet the team, and learn more about the exciting programs launching next week.

New Programs Begin Next Week
Starting November 10, we’re rolling out seven free, public programs at The Dismas Hub—designed specifically for justice-impacted individuals and families. From peer groups to financial literacy and family connection nights, there’s something here for everyone.

We hope to see you this week as we take these next steps together.

11/04/2025

Introducing Free Community Programs at The Dismas Hub – Starting November 10!

If you or someone you love has been impacted by incarceration, you are not alone. And you are welcome here.

Starting next week, Dismas House of Indiana is launching seven free, public programs created specifically for individuals and families navigating life after incarceration. These programs offer healing, connection, and real-world tools for growth, all in a safe, supportive community.

Here's what's launching:

🔹 Recovery Wellness (Nov. 10)
A supportive space for healing from trauma, mental health challenges, or substance use.
Register: https://bit.ly/RecoverWell

🔹 Parent/Child Separate (Nov. 11)
Workshops for caregivers and youth impacted by incarceration, sometimes together, sometimes apart.
Register: https://bit.ly/ParentChildSep

🔹 Parent/Child Together (Nov. 18)
Crafts, games, meals, and memories for families healing and growing together.
Register: https://bit.ly/ParentChildTogether

🔹 Women's Peer (Nov. 12)
A healing space for female-identifying and non-binary individuals to connect and be empowered.
Register: https://bit.ly/WomensPeer

🔹 Financial Literacy (Nov. 13)
Judgment-free sessions to build confidence with budgeting, credit repair, savings, and more.
Register: https://bit.ly/FinanceLitDismas

🔹 Men's Peer (Nov. 19)
A space for brotherhood, honesty, and support among men who’ve been justice-impacted.
Register: https://bit.ly/MensPeer

🔹 Workforce Readiness Lab (Nov. 20)
Career-building workshops include résumé help, interview skills, and job search tools.
Register: https://bit.ly/WorkReadyDismas

All programs are held at The Dismas Hub (402 E. South St., South Bend, IN). Free and open to anyone with justice involvement, formerly incarcerated individuals and families alike. Come as you are. Heal at your pace. Grow with your people.

11/03/2025

75% of women in incarceration are survivors of domestic violence. At Dismas, we recognize that incarceration often compounds existing trauma rather than addressing its root causes. That’s why we’re launching a peer-led survivors group through The Dismas Hub, an intentional, healing space where women can connect over shared meals and experiences. This group will foster trust, resilience, and mutual empowerment, offering a pathway toward healing and self-determination as they reenter society.

You can read more about peer-supported programs for justice-impacted women:https://safetyandjusticechallenge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2023DomesticViolencePeerSupportReport.pdf