Before Treatment

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

Al-Anon Meeting Search

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)

Helpful Videos

Find dozens of helpful videos on every aspect of recovery on the Hazelden Betty Ford YouTube channel.

Helpful Sites

Resources - BALM - Balm Family Recovery

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation

Register for Free Virtual Family Program

Delivered in a one-day format online, our virtual Family Program is available free to anyone who needs it, no matter where you live

Available in English and Español.

Healthy Relationships Program

Whether your loved one is not ready for help, is currently receiving help, has finished a program, has returned to use … this program was created to support you. This intensive, 10-week program offers weekly workshops and personalized coaching to improve your relationships and teach useful skills. These skills help family members learn to use their influence and interact more effectively with their loved one, while increasing their own well-being.

Substance Use Disorders

Understanding the science behind substance use disorders and the recovery process, with a brief overview of co-occurring disorders.