Twenty years and thousands of residents later, the
couple is a little older, a little wiser and not that much different.
Jim will still promise every single client that he will tell them the
truth, teach them what he knows, give them the tools to stay sober and
share his life with them. Kathy will still love each person, regardless
of who they are, where they came from, or what they have done. Jim and
Kathy have had their own hardships over the years; their only son was
killed by a drug addict, but their commitment to the Oasis has remained
true. On any holiday you can find them at the center, celebrating with
their “Family”. While Jim is past retirement age, you will not find him
at home enjoying all he has accomplished. Your best bet is at Oasis,
talking to an addict or alcoholic, teaching a spirituality group,
leading a fireside meeting or helping the staff. Kathy will be in her
love group each Friday, reminding people that they are loved and that
there is hope.
Jim and Kathy had a
vision 20 years ago and it surpassed their wildest dreams. Oasis’s
original logo “Love Will Give You Wings.” has continued to give the
residents their wings to stay alive. And when asked what the future
holds for the Antonowitsch’s ; for the most part, they plan to spend it
with their “Family”; the Oasis Treatment Center.
