The Saadeh Family Fund

Substance Use Disorders – Alcohol and Opioids

Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) are complex medical conditions that affect millions of individuals and families worldwide. Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) are among the most prevalent, pernicious and life-threatening of use disorders. According to recent studies, opioid-related overdoses and alcohol-related deaths remain leading causes of preventable mortality. These disorders are not simply a matter of willpower—they are chronic illnesses that require compassionate, evidence-based treatment and ongoing support.

Why Your Help Matters

For those struggling with addiction, the path to recovery can feel overwhelming—especially when financial barriers stand in the way. Treatment programs, counseling, and medication-assisted therapies are proven to save lives, yet they often come with costs that many cannot afford. Every day, addiction claims lives at an alarming rate: in 2023 alone, over 105,000 Americans died from drug overdoses, with opioids responsible for nearly 80,000—three out of every four. Today, 1 in 6 adults lives with a substance use disorder, and half of Americans know someone affected. These numbers are not just statistics—they represent families torn apart and futures lost. Your donation can change this story. By removing financial obstacles, you help provide treatment, counseling, and hope to those who need it most. Join us in breaking the cycle of addiction and saving lives. Every dollar brings someone closer to recovery.

Join the Fight Against the Monster of Addiction

Recovery is possible, and every contribution makes a difference. Your donation to this memorial fund honors a life lost too soon and empowers others to reclaim theirs. Together, we can provide hope, treatment, and a second chance for those battling addiction. By supporting this cause, you are helping to break the cycle of substance use and giving families the gift of healing. Join us in making recovery accessible—because everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, fulfilling life.

• If you’d like to make a donation to us, please use this link for a one-time donation or this one for a recurring donation (monthly)
• Make sure to reference this Memorial Fund by name if you want your donation to go to this fund. If you’d like to leave your donation unrestricted, you can leave the field blank on the donation or simply write “general donation”
• If you would to create your own fund, please complete this brief form

Current patients interested in applying for funding from The Saadeh Family Fund should contact Lisa at 704-246-4644 ext 2 and mention the fund by name. Note that we cannot guarantee fund availability until you contact us.