Resource library
Every resource on this site, in one place.
Start with whatever matches the question you are asking today. You do not have to read all of it, and you do not have to get it right the first time.
Guides and education
Understanding Addiction
Signs of drug, alcohol, and prescription dependency; why addiction develops; denial and enabling.
OpenInterventions
What interventions are, how to stage one, types of interventions, and what happens afterward.
OpenFinding Treatment
Detox, residential, PHP, IOP, outpatient, and dual-diagnosis care — plus costs, insurance, and admissions.
OpenFamily Support
Codependency, boundaries, parenting an adult child, protecting children, family therapy, Al-Anon and Nar-Anon.
OpenLife After Treatment
Early recovery, rebuilding trust, recovery-friendly homes, relapse warning signs, sober living.
OpenBlog
In-depth articles on the questions families ask most, written for the family member rather than the patient.
OpenOur resource network
Families For Recovery is part of a broader behavioral health resource network. Each site goes deeper on one part of the journey.
Find Your Recovery
Locate detox facilities, residential rehabilitation, PHP and IOP programs, dual-diagnosis care, and insurance verification.
Explore Treatment OptionsMental Health Outreach
Connect with mental health resources and treatment options, including psychiatric services and outpatient programs.
Find Mental Health SupportAddict Outreach
Addiction education and resources for families dealing with drug addiction, opioids, and prescription dependency.
Find Addiction ResourcesAlcoholic Outreach
Understand alcohol dependency, withdrawal, treatment, and recovery options for someone you love.
Explore Alcohol Recovery ResourcesNational Recovery Directory
Find Al-Anon, Nar-Anon, AA, NA, SMART Recovery, family support groups, and online recovery meetings.
Find Family Support and Recovery Meetings
National help lines
- SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-HELP (4357) — free, confidential treatment referral and information service, 24/7.
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 — free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress or crisis.
- 911
For a medical emergency, suspected overdose, or immediate danger.
- SAMHSA treatment locator
Search licensed treatment facilities by location and service type.
Families For Recovery is not affiliated with SAMHSA, 988, Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Al-Anon, or Nar-Anon. We point families toward these resources; we do not provide their services.
Still not sure where to start?
Tell us what you are facing and a resource specialist will help you sort through options for your family.
Call 602-291-6582Request resource help online