Recovery Starts Here

Featured Stories

The people we feature here have been helped by ADM Board funded services. They each have agreed to share their recovery experiences to encourage others.

  • Jerod
  • Kevin
  • China
  • Rick
  • Ivy
  • Elijuwon
  • Karl
  • Rodney
  • Erin

Alcoholism, drug addiction and mental illness are real medical conditions that can affect anyone. People can live rich and fulfilling lives with the right services and supports funded by the ADM Board.

Stories of Hope

Jerod

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Today, I Am in Control of My Future.

After multiple times at detox, Jerod was able to open himself up to change through the help of the Interval Brotherhood Home. He now plays an active role in supporting other addicts which, he insists, gives him a high that no drug could give him.

Interval Brotherhood Home
Oriana House

Kevin

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Today, I Am Living
in Freedom.

Kevin went through a series of extreme highs and extreme lows before he wound up at the ADM Crisis Center. He then went into therapy at Portage Path Behavioral Health, where he still goes today to maintain a well-balanced and happy life.

Oriana House
Portage Path Behavioral Health Center

China

iconChina

Today, I Have So Much to Live For.

After receiving treatment through Community Health Center and Interval Brotherhood Home, China has been able to lead a happy and healthy life.

Community Health Center
Interval Brotherhood Home

Rick

iconRick

Today, I Have a Reason to Celebrate.

Thanks to the support he received from Interval Brotherhood Home and Oriana House, Rick lives a clean and sober life. He is now pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Administration.

Interval Brotherhood Home
Oriana House

Ivy

iconIvy

Today, I Have a
Greater Purpose.

Ivy found help for her addictions through Portage Path Behavioral Health Center and Community Support Services. She now works as a recovery specialist -- helping others find the help and support they need.

Portage Path Behavioral Health Center
Community Support Services

Elijuwon

iconElijuwon

Today, I Am
Enjoying Life.

When he landed at Community Support Services, Eli was finally able to regulate his illness and learn how to focus and cope properly. He is now actively involved in the community to help improve the lives of those around him.

Community Support Services

Karl

iconKarl

Today, I Have a
Reason to Smile.

Karl found help through Community Support Services and has been able to gain control of his mental and physical health.

Community Support Services

Rodney

iconRodney

Today, I am Stronger.

Through Mature Services, D. Bruce Mansfield Center, Rodney has maintained his sobriety and is now able to help others in similar situations.

Mature Services, D. Bruce Mansfield Center

Erin

iconErin

Today, I Am Not Alone.

Thanks to Portage Path Behavioral Health, Erin is now actively involved with his ADM "brothers and sisters." He was able to manage symptoms of his illness and achieve a sense of purpose through his rehabilitation.

Portage Path Behavioral Health Center
CHOICES Community Social Center

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The ADM Board is responsible for seeing that effective and affordable treatment and prevention services are available in Summit County for adults, teens and children with mental illness and/or alcohol or other drug addiction.

Contracts with local agencies ensure state-of-the-art services and supports are available for individuals and families at critical times in their lives.

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