A Place of Hope for People with Addictions

One out of every eighteen people has been affected by an addiction in Monroe County. Chances are that you know at least one person who has faced an addiction at some point in their life. I personally have known several people that have faced an addiction.
DePaul is a place of hope for these people. Not only do they deal with drug addiction, but they also have programs for alcoholism, gambling addiction, eating disorders, and their addiction treatment center. DePaul offers an array of services including a medically supervised detoxification program, inpatient rehabilitation, a comprehensive outpatient clinic, community residences, and a supportive living program. Just last year alone, over 40,000 people went thru their drug treatment program. United Way funds DePaul’s addiction services. Check out their web site to learn more about the other programs.
In the last couple of years, gambling addiction has raised tremendously. There are several casinos in our surrounding areas and the poker tournaments are huge, especially on college campuses. Staff decided to take action, so they are going into the high schools to make students aware of this addiction. Prevention is really important.
I have seen several of my friends struggle with an addiction and I am thankful that they had a place to turn to. Addiction services are saving people’s lives. They work with the addict and their families to get them back on their feet.