KIRKLAND, Wash., July 9, 2024
/PRNewswire/ - Alair Homes Kirkland, a leader in the custom
home construction and renovation industry, proudly announces the
completion of a special renovation project at Lakeside-Milam
Recovery Center. This project underscores Alair Homes Kirkland's
commitment to tackling the significant issue of addiction within
the construction industry and supporting community health.
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration (SAMHSA), the construction industry has one of the
highest rates of substance use disorders among all industry
sectors. Their reports indicate that approximately 16.5% of
construction workers are diagnosed with substance use
disorders.
Renovation Driven by Personal Recovery and Industry
Needs
The renovation, led by Alair
Kirkland partner Stacy
Eakman—who personally overcame addiction with the help of
Lakeside-Milam—aims to strengthen resources for those facing
similar challenges. By enhancing the facility's capabilities, the
project enables the center to expand its services and better
support individuals battling addiction, and focus investments that
would have supported the renovation into support programs.
Statement from Stacy Eakman,
Partner at Alair Homes Kirkland:
"This renovation project is deeply meaningful to me, both
personally and professionally. In the construction industry, we
encounter some of the highest rates of substance abuse across all
professions. With this initiative, we're doing more than just
upgrading a facility; we're laying down the groundwork for recovery
and shining a light of hope for our colleagues in construction. Our
goal is to motivate the wider construction community to engage
actively in crucial education, raise awareness, and drive
transformative change."
Quote from Carl Kester, CEO of
Lakeside-Milam Recovery Center:
"Alair Homes Kirkland's generous renovation has enhanced our
facilities, enabling us to redirect funds that would have been used
for infrastructure improvements directly into our support programs.
This improves our ability to make a more significant, immediate
impact on our patients' lives. Stacy's personal commitment and the
diligent efforts of the Alair team exemplify a deep dedication to
combating addiction at its core, where it is desperately
needed."
Highlighting Industry-Specific Challenges
The construction industry experiences higher rates of substance
abuse than many other sectors, a fact that Alair Homes Kirkland is
actively addressing through direct community involvement and
advocacy. This project is part of a broader initiative by the
Alair Homes network of companies
across Canada and the USA to foster safer work environments and
support recovery, setting a precedent for industry responsibility
towards its workers.
About Alair Homes Kirkland
Alair Homes Kirkland is renowned for its commitment to excellence
and integrity in building and renovations. Known for transforming
visions into reality, Alair Homes
prioritizes a seamless and transparent client experience,
contributing positively to the communities it serves.
About Lakeside-Milam Recovery Center
WASHINGTON'S PREMIER DRUG &
ALCOHOL RECOVERY CENTERS
Over the past 40 years, Lakeside-Milam has helped over 100,000
addicts and alcoholics transform their lives. With seven locations
across western Washington, quality
care has never been more accessible. Our highly trained staff
provide services including residential inpatient treatment,
outpatient treatment, intervention services, family programs,
medical support services, and legal support services. If you or a
loved one are struggling with addiction, please call today.
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