April is Alcohol Awareness Month, and while alcohol doesn’t get the focus that a lot of other drugs do, it is still something that can destroy lives and wreak havoc on families. Mindy Melton, development coordinator with Gateway Foundation says that a lot of people don’t realize the danger that alcohol presents.

Melton sees alcohol use on the increase especially with isolation due to COVID-19.

If you feel like you have a problem or know someone that does have a problem with alcohol, Melton encourages you to call Gateway who can talk to you and point you in the right direction towards getting help.

While Gateway does focus heavily on rehab for alcohol, they also focus on other addictions as well.

There will be an alcoholic awareness stream taking place on Thursday, April 22nd at 3:30 PM. For more information, contact Gateway at www.gatewayfoundation.com. To reach the 24-hour hotline call 877-381-6538.