Dear Family Member: Meet Lachelle Fenison: Some people join an organization by filling out an application. I joined Drug Alternative Program by walking into a living room—and I’ve been part of the family ever since. It all began in 1988, when I was working as a physical therapist aide. That’s where I met Freddie, who happened to be
Busy parents juggling work and wellness, caregivers managing family needs, and professionals bouncing between meetings and messages often want the mindfulness meditation benefits they keep hearing about, but the day rarely leaves room for long sessions. The core tension is real: stress builds fast, and daily mindfulness integration can feel like one more task to
Working parents, caregivers, and professionals trying to keep it together while using to get through the day often carry a private fear: the substance is starting to run the schedule. The challenges of addiction recovery can feel like fighting on two fronts, managing cravings and shame while trying to protect jobs, relationships, and basic stability.
Dear Family Member: For eight years beginning in 1990, Cliff and I traveled one month each year with Pastor C. D. Brooks and Pastor Reginald O. Robinson working as Bible workers for the Breath of Life crusades in several cities – Detroit, MI, Portland, OR, Sacramento, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Newark, NJ, New York City, Baton
Dear Family Member: This month, we are delighted to share the story of Oscar Khan, our 2025 graduate. During his years at a Christian academy in southern California, Oscar was introduced to Cliff in1993, when Cliff gave his personal testimony at the school’s Chapel gathering. A neighbor introduced Oscar to marijuana, which led to regular
Busy parents juggling work, caregiving, and household logistics often hit the same wall: stress triggers stack up faster than the usual stress management advice can keep up. When calendars are packed and nerves are already frayed, even well-meant routines can feel like another demand, leaving emotional well-being stuck in survival mode. Creative outlets for stress
At Drug Alternative Program (DAP), we have witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of addiction. We have seen men arrive broken, exhausted, abandoned by family, stripped of dignity, and convinced their lives no longer matter. Yet by the grace of God, we have also witnessed something powerful: restoration. We have seen men once trapped by drugs
For people in faith-based addiction recovery, early sobriety can bring a quiet that feels less like peace and more like danger. Boredom in sobriety often shows up as long, unplanned stretches where the mind starts circling old memories, old wounds, and old shortcuts, and idle time challenges can stir cravings without warning. These are real
Dear Family Member: Cliff made a special trip to California in November to reconnect with his DAP ‘sons’, who are also alumni. They wished to spend quality time with their DAP ‘dad’ and strengthen their bond. Cliff was overjoyed to see these outstanding graduates, who have remained committed to Jesus and lead productive lives after
Dear Family Member: DAP had the privilege of leading the Sabbath worship service at Brayton Adventist Church in Graysville, TN, resulting in an enriching experience for all involved. Every participant contributed significantly to the church service. Cooper Palak, guitarist, and Edwin Anthony, saxophonist, presented special music and shared their personal testimonies as part of the