SAN FRANCISCO, CA — We are pleased to share that The Wall Street Journal has published an in-depth article titled, “A Generation of Drug-Addiction Survivors Is Entering Old Age,” which prominently features HealthRIGHT 360 and our work with individuals facing complex health and social challenges.
The article by Julie Wernau tells the story of Jerry Schlesinger, a 72-year-old who has lived through decades of addiction and is now finding stability and purpose through our programs. His journey sheds light on the systemic issues that often underlie substance use disorders and homelessness, such as limited access to healthcare, affordable housing, and long-term support.
As our President and CEO, Dr. Vitka Eisen, says in the article, “They get sicker and sicker. Life gets harder and harder.” This statement captures the compound difficulties our clients face, especially as they age. HealthRIGHT 360 remains steadfast in its commitment to addressing not only the immediate needs of our clients but also the broader systemic barriers that perpetuate these challenges.
We are incredibly proud of our dedicated staff, whose expertise and compassion make this challenging work possible every day. Their commitment to our clients exemplifies the mission of HealthRIGHT 360. We also want to recognize the vital contributions of our community partners, policymakers, and stakeholders who champion behavioral health, affordable housing, reentry services, and other critical community health initiatives. It is through these collective efforts that we can drive meaningful change and offer healing and hope to those who need it most.
We encourage readers to gain deeper insight into the lives of those we serve and the critical work being done by reading the full Wall Street Journal article here or by copying this URL into your browser: https://www.wsj.com/us-news/a-generation-of-drug-addiction-survivors-is-entering-old-age-76bba728.
About HealthRIGHT 360:
HealthRIGHT 360 is a non-profit provider of substance use disorder treatment, mental health services, and primary care to over 45,000 Californians annually. HealthRIGHT 360 provides care that is compassionate, non-judgmental, and evidence-based. We provide services, regardless of one’s ability to pay; inspired by our belief that healthcare is a right, not a privilege. Learn more about HealthRIGHT 360 and our programs at https://www.healthright360.org/.
