Navigating a loved one’s substance use can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Support groups led by experienced family members or professionals offer compassion, shared understanding, and practical guidance that contribute to family recovery.
‘The meetings gave me practical tools to cope day by day,’ one parent shared. ‘But more than that, I was around people who understood without judgment.’
Support groups are one way families connect, but many of these organizations and groups also provide education, coaching, helplines, and resource navigation.
Many group leaders and participants bring years of lived experience and strong local, regional, and nationwide recovery connections. They can share firsthand insights into treatment programs, recovery housing, and other supports — helping families make more informed decisions.
For the latest details on each group’s focus and meeting formats (in-person, virtual, chat, etc.), visit the organization’s website. Siblings and friends are often welcome participants.
Several Recovery Community Organizations also offer support groups and family recovery specialists for family and friends.
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Not sure where to begin? A Certified Peer Recovery Specialist can help you or a loved one take the next step, often free, low cost, or covered by insurance.
