ABOUT US

History

In 1968, a group of concerned citizens recognized the need to establish a program where adults addicted to alcohol in the Heart of Texas could go for help. These people organized and founded the Freeman House in Waco, Texas.  Named after Mason W. Freeman, a pioneer in the Alcoholics Anonymous in Texas, the program opened its doors January 1, 1969.

 Other milestones in our history include:

·         Opening the Neatherlin Carriage House. On January 1, 1975, The Center began providing services to women.

·         In the mid 80’s, the mission changed to include alcohol and other drugs.

·         In 1987, The Freeman Center acquired the property next door to its original site and expanded services for women from eight to 27 women.

·         The D.E.A.R. Unit (Detoxification, Evaluation, Assessment & Referral) was opened in 1990.

·         The Outpatient Program building was obtained in 1992 and resides 5 blocks from the main campus.

·         A Women with Children’s Residential Program, with property on the same block as the men and women’s houses, was dedicated in 1993.

The Freeman Center is committed to meet the broad spectrum of needs facing those who suffer from chemical dependency. After 42 years of service, The Freeman Center Board of Directors and professional staff strive to stay abreast of promising treatment modalities, while holding on to our treasured past, that best suit the needs of the recovering.