OUR MISSION
Our mission is to lead the way to growth and strength in the substance abuse service industry by fostering collaboration, advancing best practices, and advocating for the full spectrum of prevention, treatment, and recovery services across Texas.
Member organizations employ over 2,650 Texans, utilize over 2,800 volunteers, are governed by over 675 community leaders and provide a comprehensive range of substance abuse services to thousands of Texas families across the state. We are committed to achieving the following outcomes:
OUR IMPACT
Reduction in Health Care Costs
Expanding access to prevention and treatment services through private health insurance and public healthcare systems.
Decreased Welfare Dependency
Recognizing and addressing drug and alcohol problems as a barrier to self-sufficiency and including prevention and treatment services in Texas welfare reform programs.
Strengthening Texas Youth, Families & Communities
Facilitating coordination, collaboration and expansion of substance abuse prevention services to help children grow up healthy, principled and productive.
Curtail Crime, Recidivism & Criminal Justice Costs
Increasing substance abuse treatment opportunities as an alternative to incarceration and providing prevention services to offender families to interrupt the drug abuse/criminal justice cycle.
Increase Workplace Productivity
Providing employers with incentives to establish drug and alcohol free work environments.
Enhanced Health Care Delivery
Educating healthcare professionals to recognize drug and alcohol abuse and dependency symptoms, which will facilitate the provision of cost-effective early intervention and treatment.
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OUR CORE BELIEFS
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We believe substance abuse is a preventable, treatable family disease.
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We believe in access to a full spectrum of quality substance abuse services for all Texans.
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We believe that the prevention of substance use in youth and substance abuse in adults and the treatment of chemical dependency make positive and measurable contributions to society.
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We believe there is value in community based prevention and treatment services.
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We believe that through our combined efforts we provide diligent leadership and effective advocacy for our field.
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We believe education and information that is based on the shared experience and expertise of our members gives consistent and visionary direction.
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We believe the collective resources of the Association enhance individual member organizations.
PROJECT TEAMS
At ASAP, we’re committed to driving growth and strength across Texas’s substance abuse service industry. To achieve this, we organize dedicated project teams that bring together experts, providers, and stakeholders to tackle key issues and advance the field. These teams are the heart of our collaborative approach. Each team brings together the expertise and dedication of our members to strengthen the substance abuse service industry and support healthier communities across Texas.