Substance abuse disorder and mental health challenges are vast and vexing issues to many with a loved one caught in their throes. Over time, it is extremely common for those supporting someone in active addiction to begin adapting to their patterns and creating “solutions” for the challenges their dilemma presents.

September is National Drug and Alcohol Recovery Month and we’ve compiled some stories of people helping their communities combat addiction, foster recovery and identify key issues.

"I'd go to AA but I don't believe in God and I don't want to spend two hours talking about it."