The history of the Betty Ford Center reflects the life story of its visionary, Betty Ford. Mrs. Ford's decision to undertake the enormous project ̶ that went on to achieve world renowned recognition ̶ followed her own experiences with addiction and recovery. Her idea was to create an addiction treatment center that emphasized the needs of women and included the entire family in the process. The Center opened its doors in October of 1982 under the leadership of Mrs. Ford and her co-founder, Ambassador Leonard Firestone.
Film produced in 2007 to commemorate the Betty Ford Center's 25th anniversary. Narrated by Ali MacGraw.
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About Hazelden Betty Ford:
Harnessing science, love and the wisdom of lived experience, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by substance use and mental health conditions. As the nation's foremost nonprofit provider of comprehensive behavioral health care, Hazelden Betty Ford leads the way in helping society rise above stigma and overcome addiction.
With a legacy that began in 1949 and includes the 1982 founding of the Betty Ford Center, the Foundation now has treatment centers and telehealth services nationwide, as well as a network of collaborators throughout health care. Charitable support and a commitment to innovation drive ongoing advances in care, research, programs and services to impact more lives.
With a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in all of its endeavors, Hazelden Betty Ford also encompasses:
• A fully accredited graduate school of addiction studies
• A publishing division
• A dedicated addiction and recovery research center
• Thought leadership and advocacy
• Professional and medical education programs
• Community and school-based prevention programs and resources
• Specialized program for family members, loved ones and children