What I Wish My Family Knew: A Q&A With Someone in Recovery
When someone you love is struggling with addiction, it can feel confusing, painful, and overwhelming. Families often have questions that go unanswered—what helps, what doesn’t, and what recovery really looks like. To offer some insight, we’ve asked someone who has been through it to share their experience. The person answering these questions is approaching three […]
Understanding Addiction: A Guide for Families
For families and friends of someone struggling with addiction, it can feel like an overwhelming and isolating experience. You may be facing confusion, fear, or guilt—wondering what you could have done differently. At Addiction Family Support, we know how difficult it is to watch someone you care about experience addiction. Many of the people we […]
From Hope to Heartbreak: A Mother’s Journey
Kate’s story with her son Samuel begins with hope and resilience, but evolves into a journey marked by addiction, mental health struggles, and family turmoil. Here, Kate shares her experiences, highlighting the role Addiction Family Support (AFS) has played in helping her find strength. Escaping a Violent Past Kate’s journey began with courage as she […]