About Us
Back On Track Addiction Ministry is a 501c3 charity. We fund our services through financial donations and the sales from our upcoming auction store. We accept donations of clothes, housewares, furniture, jewelry, collectables, antiques & more. We are an independent organization serving Henderson County, NC and beyond and not affiliated with any government, church or religious organizations.
OUR MISSION
To provide no cost care, education and religious guidance to those suffering from addiction related issues, their families and to the homeless of our community.
Michael was a character with a larger-than-life personality. He was a son, a brother and a father as well as a friend to many. What those who knew him best miss the most are his laugh, his stories and his crazy ideas! He loved reading, music and playing the guitar, but his greatest accomplishment by far was his son, Gavin, who made him very proud.
Michael was bright and talented, often a care-free and fun-loving guy, but he had bouts with anger, depression and sadness too. That's where the addiction came in, and over-time, the whole family suffered as they helplessly watched his decline until the fateful day when he overdosed. Now the whole family plays a variety of roles at the store or ministry helping those in need as a tribute to his life and his memory.
Inspired by the loss of her son, Michael Oliver, at age 36 and with the encouragement of friends, Back On Track Addiction Ministry was founded in July 2020 by Lynette Oliver, in an effort to reach out to those affected by addiction. As a plan to help fund the ministry, the resale shop was opened to support the cause. Negotiations were successfully made to rent a large commercial strip mall, making the store and ministry a successful operation ever since. In addition, we receive financial donations and offers for help that come in miraculously as needed.
The ministry assists people with Detox, Rehabilitation and Transitional Housing. We also provide education, spiritual guidance and support groups for those in sobriety and their family members. A food pantry and services to the homeless are also offered.
