Posted on Jun 25, 2024 in News & Events

Spencer Wood believes that his struggle began long before he ever used drugs, noting, “The addicted mind thinks differently.” Throughout his youth, Spencer felt overwhelming shame, fear, and anxiety, which led him to use drugs as an escape. His escape slowly turned into an addiction that spiraled out of control. He felt immense guilt for...

Posted on Jun 13, 2024 in News & Events

When Brandon distanced himself from his family, he fell in with the wrong crowd. That led to using drugs and eventually losing his job, leaving him feeling lost and empty inside. Raised in a Christian home, he knew his actions didn’t align with his upbringing. He eventually sought help. Upon arriving at Heartland, Brandon started to feel at home and...

Posted on May 30, 2024 in News & Events

Michael grew up in a rough, drug-infested neighborhood in St. Louis. Surrounded by people dealing or using drugs, he rebelled against his strict family. Looking back, he admits, “It wasn’t fun now that I think back on it, it was not fun at all.” His life spiraled as he started staying out all night and hanging with the wrong crowd, influenced by...