Scott's Story
A Story of Addiction, Recovery, and Support
17 years in recovery. That is why it is so important to me to help others on their journey. I grew up in a loving home in the suburbs of Philadelphia. I always felt different than my peers, and this was compounded by relentless teasing at school. I started drinking when I was 14, trying to fit in and numb the pain of feeling like an outsider. By the time I was in college, my substance use escalated to harder drugs like cocaine and eventually, crystal meth. I moved on from beer pong with my fraternity to life in the fast lane with party drugs and the club scene.
Following graduation, my life was chaotic. Being in the event planning profession, my behavior was tolerated. Often late to work, my performance was inconsistent, and no one could rely on me. I was not functioning. When my addiction led to two DUIs, jail time, and suicide attempts, I faced a sobering reality that I desperately needed help. My time in jail was a wake-up call, but then I violated my house arrest and pleaded for help. Rather than return to jail, my parole officer allowed me to get help. My family, who always supported me, set firm boundaries and helped me get into Caron Treatment Centers. This changed my life. Today I am an event professional, living a fulfilling life and helping others how I can. I serve on several boards, including the Caron Greater Philadelphia Regional Advisory Board as well as the Treatment Committee and the Gala Planning Committee.
I would not be here today if it were not for Caron and my mom, dad, and sister because they never turned their backs on me. Not everyone has that support, so I am asking you to make a donation and help me raise funds for Caron Treatment Centers to support others in their recovery journey.
Your Gift Can Make a Difference
Caron also leads the industry in scholarship care providing more aid to families who cannot afford treatment than three of the recognized treatment centers combined. Caron not only dedicates a percentage of patient revenue to scholarship care, we are also fortunate to be able to partner with family, friends and corporate leaders to raise scholarship dollars that go directly to helping patients and their families recover from this devastating disease. Unfortunately, there are still families who cannot afford treatment. Your gift, regardless of the size, will help us begin to bridge this financial gap.
All donations to Scott’s Story are tax deductible to the full extent of the law, as no goods or services were provided in consideration of your gift. Please note that if you received an auction item or service, these items are not tax deductible because you are getting something in return for your money. Only donations above the value of the goods or services received are tax deductible.
If you wish to donate by mail, please make checks payable to Caron, noting your donation is for the Scott's Story and send to:
Caron Treatment Centers
Attention: Kelsey Hunsicker
P.O. Box 150
Wernersville, PA 19565
When you provide a check as payment, you authorize us either to use the information from your check to make a one-time electronic fund transfer from your account or to process the payment as a check transaction.
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