For Family Members & Friends
Life can feel stressful, chaotic, and even frightening when someone you care about is struggling with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD). As you try to understand what’s happening and how to support your loved one, you may to experience a mix of emotions: worry, anger, guilt, confusion, and helplessness. It’s natural to feel uncertain and unsure of where to turn.
But it’s important to remember that you are not alone, and that help is available: for both your loved one and for you. Substance Use Disorder is a medical condition, not a moral failing, and effective treatments exist. Professional support such as therapy, counseling, peer recovery programs, and sometimes medication can make recovery possible. There are also resources specifically for families and friends, where you can learn coping strategies, set healthy boundaries, and find understanding and support.
Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness — it’s an act of strength and love. With the right support, both you and your loved one can find hope, healing, and a path toward a healthier future.
Family Resources
ReConnections
Cell/Text (609) 970-5595 or email josie.brining@centerffs.org
Partnership to End Addiction – Family Resource Center
When someone we love is at risk—or already struggling with substance use—we’ll do whatever it takes to help them. But it’s not always easy to know what to say, where to turn, or how to make a difference. That’s where we come in. Whether you’re trying to prevent a problem before it starts, motivate treatment or support a loved one on the path to recovery, our mission is to equip families with the tools, knowledge, and guidance they need to protect what matters most—their connection, their health, and their hope for the future.
Visit The Family Resource Center … Partnership to End Addiction – Family Resource Center