The Drug Addiction Resource Alliance

Drug Addiction Resource Alliance - D.A.R.A. is a collective of local resources in our community that are available to assist those who suspect someone they love may be struggling with substance use disorder and provide education and support to their families.

D.A.R.A. was originally formed when District Judge Andrea Duffy identified a need in our community for more intervention. Even if addiction has not impacted your life YET, please attend her forums to understand what is drastically affecting our community. They and we welcome parents, teachers and civic leaders to visit our site and attend those forums to learn more and more about resources to help anyone dealing with a friend, family member or other loved one fighting for their very lives.

D.A.R.A. started as an alternative to jail for those brought before Judge Andrea Duffy ... and has evolved as a resource for any one dealing with addiction ... before ... during ... or after the affects of this devastating attack on American families and communities. ...

Over the past five years, Montgomery County has decided to change the District Courts sentencing procedures so now, District Judges no longer handle sentencing. While we are sure that Judge Duffy will continue to be an advocate for supporting those addicted along with their friends and families. She has never been directly involved with the DARA Saves Lives or the Friends of DARA websites and after recent meetings with those the run these websites, the websites DARA Saves Lives and Friends of DARA will now take full steps forward, with help from our various providers and sponsors, to build these websites as stand alone beacons providing resources and support for addicts, their family and friends. We hope that Judge Duffy will continue to hold her forums and we will make sure we notify our followers of those forums and events from other organizations.

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