Hope Takes Root Here
House of Hope Ministries has been serving God and the women of southern Oklahoma since March 2022. As the only women's residential facility in Johnston County, we provide a safe, faith-centered environment for women seeking freedom from addiction, homelessness, and life-controlling issues. Our program combines evidence-based recovery principles with compassionate Christian discipleship, offering 3–6 month sober living, temporary crisis housing, and long-term transitional support.
Located in Milburn, OK, we walk alongside each woman to restore dignity, secure employment, recover identification documents, and build a lasting foundation of sobriety. In 2025, our success rate reached 73% — up from 63% in 2024 — reflecting our commitment to quality over quantity. With a heart for the marginalized, we also serve Native American women from the Chickasaw and Choctaw Nations, honoring their heritage and unique needs.
Why We Exist
Johnston County faces limited recovery resources, especially for women with children or those emerging from incarceration, addiction, or domestic instability. House of Hope fills this gap — offering hope, practical tools, and a spiritual family that believes in second chances. Every woman is met with one-on-one ministry, counseling through Lighthouse, and referrals to rehab when needed.
(580) 447-1139
📍 P.O. Box 224, Milburn, OK 73450
Our Transformational Services
Shelter & Sober Living
- Safe, women-only housing (only women’s facility in Johnston County)
- 3-6 month residential program + short-term/temporary options (up to 1 week crisis stay)
- Separate living area for women with children
- Weekly church services & Bible study
- Narcotics Anonymous meetings twice per week
Holistic Recovery Support
- Job assistance & transportation until stable
- Help obtaining driver’s license, Social Security card, vital documents
- Working relationship with Lighthouse for professional counseling
- Assistance getting to inpatient rehabilitation centers
- One-on-one biblical ministry & discipleship
Community & Court Partnerships
We accept women who are court-ordered into a recovery program as well as those seeking help voluntarily. We maintain working relationships with various rehab facilities, other sober living homes, and regional recovery networks — ensuring that even if a woman isn't a fit for our program, we connect her to the right place. God has called us to be a “light and resource” for all who need help, not just those within our walls.
Real Results: 2025 Impact Report
15
Full-time residents in 2025
11
Marked as successes (73% success rate)
7
Temporary crisis placements (up to 1 week)
3
Native American women from Chickasaw & Choctaw tribes
One powerful story: A young mother stayed with her two-year-old son for seven months at House of Hope, utilizing our separate living area for women with children. She completed the program and transitioned into stable housing and sobriety. Stories like hers reflect the compassionate, individualized care we provide. Our success rate climbed from 63% in 2024 to 73% in 2025, demonstrating that focusing on quality of care over quantity yields life-changing outcomes.
We also built partnerships with regional rehabs, expanded transportation services, and continued to break down barriers for women obtaining IDs and employment. Every success echoes God’s faithfulness.
Serving Johnston County & Surrounding Communities
House of Hope Ministries proudly serves the entirety of Johnston County, Oklahoma — a rural area rich in Native American heritage (Chickasaw and Choctaw nations) yet facing significant gaps in addiction recovery resources for women. Our facility in Milburn acts as a central beacon of hope for women from every corner of the county and beyond.
We provide critical services to these communities:
Our home base — shelter, Bible studies, NA meetings, and long-term sober living.
County seat; transportation and sober living options for many women.
Rural outreach, job assistance, and referral coordination.
Partnering with local churches to connect women in crisis.
Short-term shelter for those fleeing unsafe environments.
Small communities that rely on us as the only women’s residential recovery program within 40 miles.
Why Location Matters
Johnston County has a population of just over 11,000 residents, with limited public transportation and few mental health or addiction resources. Women seeking recovery often have no option but to leave the county, separating them from family support systems. House of Hope bridges that gap: we offer local, accessible, faith-based recovery that allows women to remain connected to their children, jobs, and community while rebuilding their lives. We are uniquely positioned to serve Native American women from Chickasaw and Choctaw tribal communities, honoring their cultural background while providing trauma-informed care.
In 2026 and beyond, we aim to expand our temporary housing capacity and continue forging relationships with tribal health services, ensuring no woman is turned away due to lack of local options.
Deep Roots in Rural Oklahoma Recovery
Whether a woman is from Tishomingo, Milburn, or a remote homestead near Bromide, we provide the same level of grace and practical assistance: help getting a driver’s license, a ride to an NA meeting, a safe bed, and one-on-one ministry. We also offer referrals to outpatient counseling through Lighthouse and coordinate with residential treatment centers for those needing medical detox. Because many of our residents lack reliable transportation, we’ve built a system of volunteer drivers and partnerships. The opioid crisis and methamphetamine addiction have hit rural communities hard; House of Hope offers a long-term solution rooted in the love of Christ and proven recovery principles.
For women in Mannsville or Wapanucka needing immediate shelter, we provide temporary options up to one week while we explore long-term beds. In 2025, 7 women utilized this crisis stabilization service. We are the only women’s shelter in Johnston County — a designation we carry with responsibility and joy.
A Network of Hope
Director Jamie Utley emphasizes that “ministry doesn’t always mean focusing only on who and what we have in this building — we are a light and resource to those we cannot directly help.” That’s why House of Hope has established working relationships with multiple rehabilitation facilities and other sober living homes across southern Oklahoma. Whether a woman needs inpatient detox, dual diagnosis treatment, or long-term transitional housing elsewhere, we actively facilitate placement. This collaborative approach means more women find healing, even beyond our capacity.
Our weekly schedule includes Narcotics Anonymous meetings (twice weekly), Bible study, church services, and life skills workshops. We also assist with legal advocacy and reunification support for mothers. The foundation of everything we do is the Gospel — offering forgiveness, structure, and accountability.
What Makes Us Unique
Reach Out & Tour Our Facility
Call or Write
Phone: (580) 447-1139
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 224, Milburn, OK 73450
Director: Jamie Utley
We invite pastors, community partners, and family members to schedule a tour of our facility and see firsthand how God is transforming lives. Please call ahead to arrange a time. We are located in Milburn, easily accessible from Tishomingo and surrounding Johnston County towns.