Last Updated: July 10, 2026
Welcome to the Athens Area Commencement Center website (the “Site”), operated by the Athens Area Commencement Center (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our Site (https://thecommencementcenter.com/), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service (“Terms”). Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use or access this Site.
The content on this Site, including text, graphics, images, and other material, is for informational and educational purposes only.
No Doctor-Patient Relationship: Your use of this Site, or your submission of an inquiry through an online contact form, does not establish a doctor-patient, counselor-client, or professional medical relationship between you and any staff member at the Athens Area Commencement Center.
Not a Substitute for Professional Care: The information provided here should not be used to diagnose or treat any health problem or disease. Always seek the advice of your physician, addiction counselor, or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or substance use disorder. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this Site.
If you or a loved one are experiencing a medical emergency, acute withdrawal symptoms, or severe distress, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Do not use this Site or its contact forms to report a life-threatening emergency or urgent medical crisis.
You must be at least 18 years old to use this Site independently. If you are under the age of 18, you may only use this Site under the supervision and with the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes related to seeking information about addiction recovery and mental health services. You agree not to:
When you submit information through our online contact forms or email addresses listed on the Site, you understand and acknowledge that:
Non-Confidentiality of Internet Transmissions: While we take steps to protect your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, standard internet communications and email are not completely secure. Please avoid sending highly sensitive personal health details through unencrypted web forms.
Response Times: We strive to reply to website inquiries promptly during our standard business hours. However, we cannot guarantee immediate responses.
All content, branding, logos, text, design layout, and materials found on this Site are the property of the Athens Area Commencement Center or its content suppliers and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws. You may view and print pages for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other reproduction, distribution, or modification of Site content is strictly prohibited without our prior written consent.
Our Site features curated resources, suggested links, and references to external entities (such as Alcoholics Anonymous, NA, SAMHSA, or scientific publications). These links are provided solely as a convenience to you. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Accessing external links is entirely at your own risk.
“As-Is” Basis: This Site and its contents are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, completeness, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose.
Limitation of Damages: To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Athens Area Commencement Center, its directors, officers, employees, and medical staff shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to, use of, or inability to use this Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Athens Area Commencement Center and its affiliates, employees, contractors, officers, and directors from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your misuse of the Site or your violation of these Terms.
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to your use of this Site shall be brought exclusively in a state or federal court of competent jurisdiction located in or serving Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will become effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of updated Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Athens Area Commencement Center
1175 Mitchell Bridge Rd
Athens, GA 30606
Phone: (706) 546-7355
Email: info@thecommencementcenter.com