So many people struggle in silence with the trauma they have experienced in life. Some medicate this trauma with the use of substances; not realizing how quickly things can get out of control, forming an addiction. Some folks were exposed to drugs and alcohol when they were in early childhood, and some were prescribed substances for pain; none of which was ever the plan to become addicted. For some, generally, this behavior of using substances may stem from untreated mental health disorders. Substances have increasingly been laced with Fentanyl and other deadly substances, causing a rise in overdose deaths in so many; young and old, of all races and religions…substances do not discriminate. Like a roving lion hunting for its prey, substances have taken more lives than can ever be imagined.

In May of 2024, Public Health Madison & Dane County published the “Summary of Drug Overdose Deaths in Dane County 2000-2022;”(https://publichealthmdc.com/documents/Summary_of_Overdose_Deaths.pdf) which demonstrates; among other things, the many deaths due to the use of substances, and the need for support for those seeking recovery and abstinence from Substance Use Disorder to stop the needless loss of life and destruction this disease leaves in its wake.

We heard a call to action to help combat this rise in deaths due to individuals overdosing on various drugs and alcohol; not to mention how drugs and alcohol also lead to increased crime, incarceration, recidivism, violence and domestic violence, and homelessness. These issues also negatively affect families and children alike, and local communities as a whole; tearing apart families. We desire to aid our veterans who have given so much in the service of our country for the freedom so many take for granted. We desire to assist our justice-involved to find a better path in life. We desire to help all of these individuals who are struggling with Substance Use Disorder, suffering due to trauma, drowning due to economic challenges and/or rising inflation find a safe and supportive environment to make recovery a true reality for the long-term.

“Unhealthy cultures create addiction. Healthy cultures create social bonds.” By Simon Sinek.

We decided with our partners to acquire homes for those seeking recovery and abstinence in areas where you won’t find drug dealers on the corners and meth labs in the basements of houses, and where you won’t find prostitution; where the outside environment is truly conducive to supporting true abstinence from use of substances. Further, we want these folks to feel valued, loved, and supported; living in a nice home, in a safe area is the foundation for recovery to truly begin.

Our country stands in crisis, and so many folks are paying the price. We decided to stand in the gap; and be the voice for the marginalized and underserved. We hope you will consider standing with us, to help those who need a stronger helping hand, lift these folks up so that no one is left behind, and combat this disease together….there is strength through numbers when we are united and not divided…join us today in celebrating a new way, one of togetherness to help those with Substance Use Disorder achieve success in combating this disease. Join The Better Path today!