To Russia With Hope

About the Book

This book, “To Russia With Hope” is in two parts, the first part is on the Russian Tour to Moscow and St. Petersburg; the second part is on treatment in the United States, especially for the deaf alcoholic and addict. In Russia there is a great need for treatment for the deaf. They are admitted for treatment but there is a lack of interpreters and all communication has to be written by hand. Therefore, “To Russia With Hope” can be a book of inspiration and hope to both countries. One fo the highlights in this second section is an in-depth study on “Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children: A Counselor’s Perspective.” By Dr. Bill McCrone, Professor, Department of Counseling, Certified Addictions Counselor, Dean, School of Education & Human Resources (1995-2000). Gallaudet University, Washington D.C.

About the Author

Dr. Crone has worked in association with the owners of National Deaf Academy since September 1995 as Director of Addiction Services. As a recovery specialist, Dr. Crone has earned the prestigious “Mel Schulstad Professional of the Year Award” from NAADC in 1997 and “The Professional of the Year Award” for outstanding work in the field of addiction, presented by the Florida Chapter of NAADC in 1996. He was nominated for the “National Jefferson Award of Outstanding Community Service” and is currently celebrating his 28^th year in the field of addiction. Dr. Crone was selected for the 2002-2003 edition of Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare, and co-authored an article in February 2003 issue of Counselor Magazine entitled “Substance Abuse Treatment in Persons with Special Needs.” He recently co-authored the book “They Hear Through Their Eyes” – (Serving the Deaf Client in Recovery with Dr. Carol A. Goodman, Ed.D., RID C.T., Professor of Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program at Kean University in Union, New Jersey.