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The Salvation Army has been long recognized for its work among alcoholics and drug addicts. Indeed, some of the Army's earliest converts were men and women rescued from the depths of addiction. The Army's work with alcoholics was even responsible for the now famous expression "Off the wagon" or "On the wagon." The expression had its roots in the early part of this century when its leader in the United States, Evangeline Booth, used to send a horse-drawn wagon into the Bowery to pick up drunks and bring them to an Army facility where they could dry out and hopefully put their lives together. Today, through its extensive Adult Rehabilitation Program, its homeless shelters and its corps community centers, The Salvation Army is continuing to assist substance abusers in restoring their lives. The main focus of Adult Rehabilitation Centers is addiction. But many corps community centers also operate Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotic Anonymous programs. Social workers provide counseling and, when necessary, may refer more severe cases to medical facilities and clinics where more intensive care can be given. Addiction is often one of the leading contributors to homelessness. As a result, involvement in substance abuse rehabilitation is a required component of all our homeless facilities. Home | welcome | about us | services and programs | our spiritual foundation | how to donate | how to volunteer | talk to us |
