Two Lives Turned Around
Bettye Jo Martin and Robert Bell both credit MARR (Metropolitan Atlanta Recovery Residences) with saving their lives. Bell and Martin are recovering alcoholics—professionals who sought out MARR when alcohol addiction nearly drove them to destruction.

Funded in part by the Hanley Family Foundation, MARR is a long-term residential treatment center for men and women who suffer from alcohol and drug addiction. The program emphasizes spirituality, faith and the 12-step principles as keys to recovery. Clients reside in apartments and homes as they begin the process of change and growth. After the first 30 days of an intensive day program, clients re-enter the work force, while maintaining the structure and support of their recovery community.

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