1. Educate yourself on disease of SUD (substance use disorder)
Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment – Hazelden (justfive.org)
What is substance abuse treatment? (samhsa.gov)
SAMHSA Families Conversation Guide
Addiction: Is addiction really a disease? (DVD Trailer) - YouTube
Find out if you or a loved one have a substance use issue (shatterproof.org)
2. Understand how your insurance works and covers/authorizes treatment
Insurance Coverage for Drug Rehab | Rehab Costs | Hazelden Betty Ford
Find out how to pay for treatment (shatterproof.org)
Find Treatment (findtreatment.gov)
3. Research treatment options & what family support they offer
How to Find the Best Addiction Treatment Center | Hazelden Betty Ford
Learn about different types of treatment (shatterproof.org)
Qustions to Ask Treatment Providers (nih.gov)
Find Treatment (findtreatment.gov)
FAQs: Searching for Alcohol Treatment | Navigator | NIAAA (nih.gov)
4. Get support for YOU (therapist, CRAFT counseling/group, support groups)
Support for Families of Addicts | Family Program | Hazelden Betty Ford Helping Families Help
Caretaker Support Services | Alcohol Treatment Navigator | NIAAA (nih.gov)
Reach out to your Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) or Health Insurance Company
5. Ask questions of professionals and lean on them for resources
FAQs about Treatment at Hazelden Betty Ford
Addiction Treatment 101: 5 Questions to Ask When Your Loved One Needs Help (shatterproof.org)
