As the mom of a young adult in recovery and someone who is very involved in the support community, this is such a meaningful window into the struggle--thank you for sharing. There are so many good resources for families. For me, the challenge has been letting parents know what a tremendous impact they can have on a loved one's recovery. Here are a few great resources:
1. helpingfamilieshelp.com is a resource hub for families who want to support a loved one through CRAFT-based supports—it includes support groups, providers, and educational content.
2. https://cmcffc.org/community-groups-hub/itc-support-group-directory is a listing of support groups for parents and or significant others led by people trained in the game-changing Invitation to Change approach (CRAFT-based support created by the Center for Motivation and Change). You can also find family workshops, a podcast (Rethinking Rock Bottom) and a downloadable workbook at this site.
3. https://hopestreamcommunity.org/ is an educational and support platform for parents impacted by addiction. The Hopestream podcast is also a terrific resource for families.
4. My own free newsletter, theoppositeofaddiction.substack.com, which you've kindly supported (thank you!) offers a mix of compassion- and science-based strategies + my own lived experience in supporting a loved one.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful reply. I’m going to dig into these resources and I’d love to share a follow-up letter about this topic. Perhaps we can collaborate?
The Courage Center is located in SC. We are a RCO (Recovery community organization) who started as a family support group. We are still very family focused. We provide training for both substance and family Peer support.
I am in tears reading this article. I was a mom who was always told just pray and I thought tough love was the answer. But I just couldn’t give up on my son after years of his SUD and incarceration. I kept trying to help him since 2009 when he became addicted to painkillers then heroin after being shot in the neck . My son was just killed this past September after being in the street under the influence and was struck by an SUV. I started a movement in Boston Mothers Against Drugs Inc. MADMOMS Honoring the Legacy of JDJ5. Here is my website. https://mothersagainstdrugs5.org/
Thanks so much for sharing. Sometimes as a writer I wonder if the words I feel moved to write are impactful. This comment is more encouraging to me that you know. I'm so sorry for the loss of your son. I've been on your website and it is an honor to learn more about you, your work, your son's life, and his legacy that you lift up every day. May your work be blessed. I will be following along.
I am in Ohio and part of an organization OhioCAN. We have chapters in about 20 counties in Ohio. Our mission is to Embrace, Educate, and Empower all whose lives are affected by SUD. Each county knows their needs and adapts accordingly. We all believe is all paths and HR is paramount.
For almost the past 20 years, I have been on this journey with my 2 sons. My heart and door were always open, and will always be, and that is one reason they are both alive and thriving today. About 5 and a half years ago, during the lowest point in our youngest son’s life, we welcomed him back into his home. It was a very tough time and I had to bring him back twice. He told me, “You didn’t give up on me, How could I give up on myself?” He now has a beautiful woman, bonus son, and 1 month old son!! A homeowner, taxpayer and thriving!! I had a lot of help from some great people along the way and just paying it forward now! Including links to state and county pages. We also partner with so many great orgs, too numerous to list!!
This is so amazing, I'm in tears reading. Recovery is such an amazing gift and so are mothers like you. Thank you and I'd love to connect with you and learn more about your organization and work!
I just knew I couldn’t/wouldn’t give up on them. My oldest is going on 2 years, he and my “daughter” are excepting a baby boy by May 5th!! I’d love to connect and tell you about our organization!! Thank you!!
As the mom of a young adult in recovery and someone who is very involved in the support community, this is such a meaningful window into the struggle--thank you for sharing. There are so many good resources for families. For me, the challenge has been letting parents know what a tremendous impact they can have on a loved one's recovery. Here are a few great resources:
1. helpingfamilieshelp.com is a resource hub for families who want to support a loved one through CRAFT-based supports—it includes support groups, providers, and educational content.
2. https://cmcffc.org/community-groups-hub/itc-support-group-directory is a listing of support groups for parents and or significant others led by people trained in the game-changing Invitation to Change approach (CRAFT-based support created by the Center for Motivation and Change). You can also find family workshops, a podcast (Rethinking Rock Bottom) and a downloadable workbook at this site.
3. https://hopestreamcommunity.org/ is an educational and support platform for parents impacted by addiction. The Hopestream podcast is also a terrific resource for families.
4. My own free newsletter, theoppositeofaddiction.substack.com, which you've kindly supported (thank you!) offers a mix of compassion- and science-based strategies + my own lived experience in supporting a loved one.
Thanks for doing what you do!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful reply. I’m going to dig into these resources and I’d love to share a follow-up letter about this topic. Perhaps we can collaborate?
I'd love that--emailed you.
The Courage Center is located in SC. We are a RCO (Recovery community organization) who started as a family support group. We are still very family focused. We provide training for both substance and family Peer support.
https://www.couragecentersc.org/
This is awesome! I can’t wait to check you all out. Thanks so much for sharing.
I am in tears reading this article. I was a mom who was always told just pray and I thought tough love was the answer. But I just couldn’t give up on my son after years of his SUD and incarceration. I kept trying to help him since 2009 when he became addicted to painkillers then heroin after being shot in the neck . My son was just killed this past September after being in the street under the influence and was struck by an SUV. I started a movement in Boston Mothers Against Drugs Inc. MADMOMS Honoring the Legacy of JDJ5. Here is my website. https://mothersagainstdrugs5.org/
Thanks so much for sharing. Sometimes as a writer I wonder if the words I feel moved to write are impactful. This comment is more encouraging to me that you know. I'm so sorry for the loss of your son. I've been on your website and it is an honor to learn more about you, your work, your son's life, and his legacy that you lift up every day. May your work be blessed. I will be following along.
I am in Ohio and part of an organization OhioCAN. We have chapters in about 20 counties in Ohio. Our mission is to Embrace, Educate, and Empower all whose lives are affected by SUD. Each county knows their needs and adapts accordingly. We all believe is all paths and HR is paramount.
For almost the past 20 years, I have been on this journey with my 2 sons. My heart and door were always open, and will always be, and that is one reason they are both alive and thriving today. About 5 and a half years ago, during the lowest point in our youngest son’s life, we welcomed him back into his home. It was a very tough time and I had to bring him back twice. He told me, “You didn’t give up on me, How could I give up on myself?” He now has a beautiful woman, bonus son, and 1 month old son!! A homeowner, taxpayer and thriving!! I had a lot of help from some great people along the way and just paying it forward now! Including links to state and county pages. We also partner with so many great orgs, too numerous to list!!
www.ohiocanchangeaddictionnow.org
https://www.facebook.com/OhioCANSummitcounty?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Ohio Harm Reduction Alliance
Harm Reduction Ohio
Moms for All Paths🌟
This is so amazing, I'm in tears reading. Recovery is such an amazing gift and so are mothers like you. Thank you and I'd love to connect with you and learn more about your organization and work!
I just knew I couldn’t/wouldn’t give up on them. My oldest is going on 2 years, he and my “daughter” are excepting a baby boy by May 5th!! I’d love to connect and tell you about our organization!! Thank you!!