Make a Difference: The inspirational story of Matt McAdow | Make a Difference [Video]

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) – Time and time again, you’ve heard us say that more help is needed to combat drug issues and mental issues in our community. Often, the two go hand in hand.

There’s a recovery center in Terre Haute that’s truly changing lives.

For this month’s Make a Difference, we recognize Matt McAdow, a man who is truly an inspiration.

LINK | Next Step Recovery 

When you walk into the Next Step Foundation in Terre Haute, you’ll find inspirational signs supporting those in recovery. But the biggest inspiration might be McAdow. He’s a substance abuse counselor.

In order to understand him today and the difference he’s made in our community, you need to know his past.

“I had what’s called anxiety. I thought i was the only one with it, so I kept it hidden. …