The organization has grown from a mere hotline to three sites in the St. Louis area.  They have an in-patient site located in the City which treats chemically dependent individuals with a 5-90 day Detox, a Methadone clinic located in St. Louis County, and an out-patient site in St. Louis City, which helps clients maintain their sobriety.

Jeff While, who takes care of the Dietary and Facilities Management at DART, states that unlike other non-profit organizations, DART has trouble receiving funding through traditional methods.  He says that his "biggest challenge working here is the lack of funding placed in the are of [dependency] treatement.  We are not like a lot of non-profits in fund raising.  People don't seem to think that hosting a black-tie affair is needed for drug and alcohol treatment, or that a run/walk will help to find a cure, but what people need to realize is that dependency is a disease and that every time a person comes into a treatment facility and doesn't relapse, that is a cure."

Jeff also states that besides funding, DART could use personal care items to help clients improve their self-esteem, and help them adjust to their new life and improve their chances of maintaining their sobriety.   If you would like to find our more about the services DART offers, or to find out how you can help, please contact Jeff at (314) 534-1220.