Dale
In the neighborhood where I grew up, drugs and alcohol were always around. I started drinking at the age of 12. Later, I started using marijuana, and 14 years ago I began selling crack cocaine. I became my best customer, which led me in and out of institutions.

The last time I was arrested, I went to detox. I didn’t know how to get out of this cycle, but I knew I wanted to recover. I met a girl who had been through the Doves Nest program. She told me about Rebound.

Before I came to Rebound I re-dedicated my life to the Lord. I knew that He would take me through this journey. I learned a lot about recovery, and acceptance. I had to admit I was an addict and was powerless.

Today I have been clean and sober almost 3 years. I was the chef at Charlotte Rescue Mission for several years and am now in the heating and air business after graduating as an  honors student at Central Piedmont Community College.