The memories of her father's battle with alcoholism came rushing back. The new legislation reminded her of the promises she had made to herself about never letting alcohol control her life. Yet, here she was, feeling as though she was failing herself and her family.

Determined to make a change, Sarah started following the 'Stepping Into Action' program on the Hofman Hollis website. The steps and support methods provided her the structure she needed to confront her addiction.

'When I read about the new legislation, something clicked. I realized that if my community was working to make changes, I could too,' Sarah mentioned.

Experts have weighed in on the effectiveness of such initiatives. Dr. *John Harris, a psychologist specializing in addiction, said the program helps people develop the cognitive tools they need to manage their triggers. Others, like Dr. *Amanda Lewis, a social worker, believe that while the program is beneficial, it may not replace the need for face-to-face therapy.

Despite the differing opinions, Sarah found the online support indispensable. She felt that taking advantage of the resources available, albeit online, opened new avenues for self-improvement. 'It is challenging to find similar resources nearby, so doing it online was a true blessing,' she reflected.

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* Names and situations are fictional and not intended to resemble anyone in particular. They are illustrative of how the services can apply to the lives of every day people living ordinary lives.