Family & Loved One Support
Substance use doesn’t only affect the person who is using drugs or alcohol. Parents, partners, children, friends, caregivers, and other loved ones may experience fear, stress, uncertainty, grief, anger, or exhaustion.
You deserve support too.
Learning about substance use, connecting with others who understand, setting healthy boundaries, and taking care of your own well-being can all be important—regardless of whether your loved one is currently seeking treatment.
Montgomery County Office of Drug & Alcohol
Family Recovery Support • Parent Support • Information
Montgomery County provides and connects families with recovery support services, including family-focused resources and support.
Parent Support • Education • Prevention • Family Resources
Be a Part of the Conversation provides education and support related to substance use, addiction, prevention, treatment, and recovery. Programs include resources for parents and families as well as Parent Partnership support opportunities.
Al-Anon provides mutual-support groups for people who have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
Nar-Anon provides mutual-support groups for family members and friends affected by someone else’s drug use.
SMART Recovery Family & Friends
SMART Recovery Family & Friends provides meetings and educational resources for people affected by the addictive behavior of someone they care about. The program focuses on coping strategies, communication, maintaining personal well-being, and responding to a loved one’s behavior in healthier ways.
Helping Someone You Care About
It can be difficult to know what to say or do when you’re worried about someone’s alcohol or drug use. You don’t have to become their counselor or solve the problem yourself. Learning about substance use disorders, treatment options, communication, boundaries, and your own well-being can help you make informed decisions about how you want to respond.
NIAAA – Supporting Someone Through Treatment & Recovery
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism provides information for family members and friends about discussing treatment, finding quality care, supporting recovery, and caring for yourself throughout the process.