Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse of NWLA (CADA)

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OUR STORY

CADA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 1958.  That's 67 years of dedication helping people who suffer from a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) through a full array of treatment programs so they can lead successful lives. 

WHAT'S NEW AT CADA?

In 2024 CADA welcomed Janet Miller as Executive Director, Christa Walker-Williams as CBTC Program Director, Rhonda Watts as Chief Financial Officer and Deb Baragona as Chief Operations Officer.

CRISIS RESPONSE SERVICES IN LOUISIANA

CADA has been named the new provider for Crisis Response Services in the 9 northwest Parishes of Louisiana.  Crisis response is a revolutionary new approach to addiction and mental health care, prioritizing safety and trust in handling individuals experiencing a crisis.  This program is an arm of other state and local emergency services. It is offered to clients on a voluntary basis, includes peer support specialists and case managers, and creates an opportunity for customizing care and coordinating community services for each person. Mobile Response Teams will deploy to the scene to de-escalate the crisis and address the needs of the person is crisis.  Recommendations are always guided by the clients who are then followed-up to ensure they are doing well and still connected with the services that can help them thrive. This program rolled-out in November 2024 and is now staffed to respond to people in crisis 24 hours a day/7 days a week.  For more information, call CADA at (318) 222-8511.

CADA's RECOVERY LIVING TRANSITION STIPEND PROGRAM

A community-based approach to addiction treatment, providing an independent, supportive, and sober living environment for people in recovery from Substance Use Disorders (SUD). The program addresses the housing needs of men, women, pregnant women, and women with dependent children, and helps people transition from treatment programs and sober living houses to their own apartments. CADA, as the contract administrator of this state program, issues stipends that will help absorb some of the rent and startup costs (such as utilities) for a maximum of three months. Other education and information are also offered by a licensed clinician in order to assist people transitioning from residential addiction treatment to sustainable independent sober living.

Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities 

CADA offers residential and outpatient treatment programs out of our facilities in Shreveport and Bossier City, Louisiana, and accepts clients from all around the state.  CADA also offers prevention and outreach education throughout the community. Our residential substance abuse treatment program includes gender-specific community groups, relapse-specific group therapy, individual counseling, family sessions, educational lectures, 12-step support groups and daily recreation opportunities. Our outpatient substance abuse programs can help develop early recovery skills, identify triggers, manage stress and recognize unhelpful thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Our Intensive Outpatient Clinic is located at 2000 Fairfield Avenue in Shreveport, LA.

CADA employs Peer Recovery Support Specialists, many of whom completed CADA treatment programs themselves. These "Peers" are the first point of contact for CADA clients. Peers work with our clients during treatment and afterward for up to four years to help increase successful recovery outcomes.

Statistics

CADA served 941 clients with substance use disorders (SUD) in its established programs during 2024:

CADA is committed to anyone with a substance use disorder (SUD) locally and regionally, as seen below: 

    Support for Families

CADA is here for the whole family. Dealing with a loved one who is struggling with addiction is challenging for every member of the family. CADA's families need support, education on addictions, and a chance to learn ways to break the chains of addiction. At CADA, family members can begin healing by participating in the  The Edna "Tootsie" Davis Family Education Program. Join us for a monthly meal, fellowship, and education on various issues that accompany addiction recovery.

For more information on all of CADA's services visit www.CADAnwla.org.