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Substance Use and Addiction Support Resources for Family, Friends and Loved Ones of Veterans

Recognizing the unique challenges faced by those supporting veterans, we've compiled a range of resources to help you navigate and understand the complexities of addiction. Whether you're seeking information, guidance, or connection with others who share similar experiences, our carefully curated resources are here to provide support and comfort. Explore the resources below and empower yourself to be a pillar of strength for your loved ones on their journey to recovery.

  • Veterans Crisis Line – Free, confidential crisis support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For Veterans and their loved ones. No need to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care.

  • Coaching Into Care – Free guidance and help for starting conversations with the Veteran in your life about their mental health or substance use and motivating them to seek treatment

  • Al-Anon – Support for those affected by a friend of loved one’s drinking problem

  • Nar-Anon – Support for those affected by a friend or loved one’s addiction

  • Families Anonymous - 12 step fellowship for the family and friends of those individuals with drug, alcohol or related behavioral issues.

  • Learn to Cope – Peer support network that offers meetings, education, and resources for adult family members coping with a loved one addicted to opioids or other drugs

  • SMART Recovery Family & Friends – For family members of people living with addiction. Secular alternative to Al-Anon. Resources to help you and your loved one struggling with addiction

  • Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) – For parents who have children with addiction to alcohol or drugs. Christian-run non-profit with educational and sharing components

  • Support for family or friends of Veterans with mental health challenges

  • VA Caregiver Support, including Caregiver Support Line 1-855-260-3274

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