Our Philosophy

The Dorchester Alcohol and Drug Commission believes that:

• Chemical dependency is a chronic, primary, and progressive disease which, if left untreated, is fatal.
• Access to quality care shall not be based on gender, age, race, color, creed, physical/mental handicap, indigence, or sexual orientation..
• All persons afflicted with chemical dependency, who have co-existing mental health diagnoses, or who are experiencing other mental emotional difficulties deserve the highest quality of care available, provided with respect and dignity by qualified and educated staff.
• Since a person’s chemical dependency or mental health issues also affect family, friends, and loved ones, they are an important focus in treatment and are afforded the same high caliber of care.
• A successful therapeutic experience depends on a holistic approach, incorporating treatment of the mind, body, and spirit.
• We have a responsibility to persons served and the community as a whole to provide high quality prevention, intervention, and treatment activities.
• Community support is an integral part of the successful treatment experience.