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Shownotes:
- What is an ARC? – 01:45
- What kind of addictions are being treated – 03:18
- How to check in to an ARC? – 05:38
- How effective is the program to the beneficiaries – 08:13
- How long has it been there? 13:03
- Factors that make the program really work – 16:04
- Alex Velasquez on Salvation Army – 23:10
- Alex talks about homeless people also being rescued – 27:01
- He never left the Salvation Army after graduating from the program – 31:18
- Alex shares his experience in Puerto Rico doing disaster volunteer work – 35:25
- Michael’s thoughts on his Puerto Rico experience – 37:44
- Alex’s invitation – 42:53
Ive been working on disasters with the Salvation Army now for 8 years. I kept on hearing this term “ARC…ARC” but I never really stopped to ask what it was about until I was in Puerto Rico, where Captain Alex Valesquez sat down and told me what they were all about, and he should know, he runs one of the bigger ARCs in the US. What he told me absolutely blew my mind.
With one of the highest efficacy rates I have ever heard of for an addition rehab program, what is further mind boggling is that there are no financial costs tied to those enrolling in the program. All they have to do is answer 6 questions.
Im sure many of you out there listening know someone who is struggling with different kinds of addictions, be it drugs, alcohol or the like. I felt so inspired about what Alex does that I felt compelled to share it! What an incredible service to so many without hope, many whom I have personally witnessed completely turning their lives around to becoming incredible men! That is today’s topic on The Maven Nation!
PS- I know the audio is a little rough, but it was the best we could do!
- If you are in the United States, you can find your local ARC by searching “Salavation Army ARC (your state)”
It was my great pleasure to meet both these gentlemen and serve others there in Puerto Rico. Michael described the work there correctly. Captain Alex and Michael the Maven both have caring and giving hearts. I feel honored to have worked with them both. Thanks so much for this presentation. Very informative indeed. God Bless you both…..Que Dios te bendiga!!
Those are very kind words Doug! It was a pleasure to meet you as well. I observed a complete transformation in you during the time you were there, as you evolved into a leader. It was an honor working with you!
Excelent podcast Michael, thank you. Praying for your brother. God bless you.