Substance abuse has many wide ranging negative affects on the community. The abuse of substances whether it is alcohol, prescription drugs or street drugs affects us all. The obvious affects are a burden on health care system, the legal system and an erosion of the family and social values.
If someone you know has a problem with alcohol or drugs there is a solution. It can all start with a phone call to a recovery assistance program such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous or your family doctor.