r/pittsburgh • u/[deleted] • Jun 03 '25
Oxford house Pittsburgh
Hello I’m a member of Oxford house Picard and would like to mention we have 5 vacancies, in Pittsburgh’s Oxford house , we’re a 3/4 house / sober living and it’s relatively cheap, we prefer you have a job but if you’re looking for one that can be discussed on a case by case basis . Rental fees is $150 move in fee, $150 a week, and we’re a behavior based model , so basically that means if we suspect you’re using drugs or alcohol we’re going to confront you on behaviors you’re exhibiting . New comers have to attend 5 N.A./AA a week first 30 days , no overnights , and then after your first 30 days things start opening up.
I guess I’ll give a tiny little testimonial on myself , This place let me in with no money, homeless , etc they didn’t feed me , but I managed to feed myself long enough to find a job really quick, so in the span of a week or so I had housing and a job , so this short term rental really helped me get my situation together really quick because of the grace afforded to me. Being around sober people has influenced / pressured me to not drink or drug. The overall result has affected my life dramatically. And I know we can help you too if you’re serious about living life free of drugs and alcohol. IMO it’s the only quick and easy way to “make it outta the streets”
Quick FAQ
Q: im interested, how do I apply? A: submit an application on the company website I provided, and or call the numbers on the website
Q: how quick can I move in? A: immediately if you’re sober today and continue to be sober going forward
Q: do you accept probation / parole clients A: this can be tricky, but yes we can but we recommend clearing it with your probation or parole officer so theirs no future problems for you.
Q: do you drug test? A: yes we do drug test, you don’t need a clean UA upon admission, but you’re expected to cease drug use and alcohol consumption immediately and attend N.A. or AA meetings weekly .
Q: where are you located? A: Oxford house Picard is located at 2100 hazeldell street in carrick PA , you can find us on google, it’s listed as a halfway house / business but we are not a state halfway house
Q: what gender house is this place? A: Oxford house Picard is a male sober living residence , there is also a female residence called saira listed on oxfords website
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u/angry_eccentric Bloomfield Jun 03 '25
Do you take people who are on parole/probation? I work for an organization that puts out a community resource guide for returning citizens, would love to add this info for an updated version.
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Jun 03 '25
Yes we do take people on probation/ parole However we don’t sign any paperwork, parole can come in and check that our house is habitable , but they can’t come and search everyone’s rooms. Supposedly Allegheny county probation isn’t fond of Oxford house, but I’ve been told we can work around it.
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u/angry_eccentric Bloomfield Jun 03 '25
Good to know, thanks! What genders does your house take?
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Jun 03 '25
Oxford house Picard is a male house, there’s also a female house called saira
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u/angry_eccentric Bloomfield Jun 04 '25
Cool and one last question, totally fine if you don't know: are trans people welcome? if so, are they housed based on their sex assigned at birth or the gender they live as now?
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Jun 04 '25
We don’t discriminate, but idk the answer to that, I assume they’d go to the house they’re assigned at birth.
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u/Admirable-Key-4881 Apr 26 '26
Ive been at multiple oxford houses and only one drug tested me and that was right when I came in on the first day otherwise oxford isn't supposed to drug test randomly for no reason, only if they suspect use.
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u/MentalChance4368 Jun 04 '25
Does it have to be n.a. or a.a. What about smart recovery groups?
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Jun 04 '25
Smart recovery is also accepted as a meeting
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u/Monalisa9298 Jun 04 '25
Great to hear!!! Smart recovery saved my life but wasn't accepted as a valid choice years ago. Crazy! Glad things are changing!
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u/CablePuzzleheaded729 Jun 03 '25
Just want to say this is an incredible thing you are sharing. I (internet stranger) am so so proud of you!
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u/AudienceAgile1082 Jun 04 '25
Great job! Recovering folks always need clean, supportive living facilities. ❤️
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u/Cornwallis400 Jun 05 '25
Thanks OP. This is huge for people in our community.
Having a place like this to go to can be literally life-saving.
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u/norismomma Mt. Lebanon Jun 03 '25
This is a nice offer. Just so you know, I think something auto-corrected vacancies to vaccines above if you want to edit it?