AADAP exists to change lives and save families adversely impacted by substance abuse. It provides the diverse and multi-ethnic communities of Los Angeles a comprehensive “whole person” approach in its education, intervention, treatment, outreach, advocacy, and employment programs. AADAP distinguishes itself by embodying the Hawaiian concept of “Ohana,” meaning “family.” Each individual who joins AADAP joins a Family bound together by its values of compassion, responsibility, and respect.