He opened Gateway Rehab on Moffett Run Road in Center Township  with the Sisters of St.  Francis in 1972.  Dr. Twerski pioneered addiction treatment  and led the way for so many  to achieve their recovery According to the release, he  personally touched the lives of  thousands of individuals and families  who have battled addiction. The board and staff will , in Dr. Twerski’s name  uphold his legacy  and the organization’s mission  created under his direction , to help all those affected by addictive diseases  to be healthy in body, mind, and spirit.

Gateway Rehab is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, to learn more , visit their website , gatewayrehab.org.