A new residential treatment facility aimed at helping mothers overcome substance use disorder is set to open next month in Owensboro, and its operator has announced a key leadership hire ahead of the launch.
Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) recently named Amanda Young as Program Manager of Clinical Services for Freedom House, located at 1201 Frederica Street.
Freedom House offers residential treatment specifically for pregnant and parenting women with substance use disorder. The program is designed not only to address addiction, but also to help reunite families and support the birth of healthy, drug-free babies. Women can bring their children with them, with no limit on the number or age.
The Owensboro location will accommodate approximately 30 mothers and their children and will include transitional living apartments for women graduating from the program. Additional services on site will include intensive outpatient treatment, aftercare, parenting classes, trauma-focused therapy, case management, and job training.
A grand opening is planned for June 26, with Kentucky Sports Radio set to broadcast live from the site beginning at 8 a.m.
Young brings more than a decade of experience in mental health and addiction services to the role. She holds a master’s degree in counseling and human development from Lindsey Wilson College and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Kentucky Wesleyan College. She is a licensed professional clinical counselor and licensed alcohol and drug counselor, and is certified in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy.
She most recently served as clinical lead and director of Mary Kendall Community Services at Kentucky United Methodist Children’s Homes, where she helped guide program growth and improve clinical operations.
“I’m excited to join VOA Mid-States and contribute to the life-changing work happening at Freedom House,” Young said. “This role allows me to use my clinical experience to support women in recovery while helping build strong, healthy families for the future. I look forward to working alongside a dedicated team to expand access to high-quality clinical care and to support women and families on their path to long-term recovery.”
In her new position, Young will oversee clinical services across all phases of treatment, including residential care, outpatient services, and aftercare. Her responsibilities include supervising therapists and support staff, managing client care and documentation, coordinating treatment services, and working with community partners.
VOA Mid-States President and CEO Jennifer Hancock said Young’s leadership will be critical as the organization expands services into Owensboro.
“Amanda brings a deep level of clinical expertise and a true passion for serving women and families in recovery,” Hancock said. “Her leadership will be instrumental as we expand Freedom House into Owensboro.”
