Supporting and celebrating healthier, more loving and meaningful lives and families, free from addiction, one day and hug at a time!

Before Treatment

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.

Family Services Orientation: Your first step in family support

This family program is intended to support anyone (families, parents, spouses/partners, friends or support persons) that know someone that struggles with addition and mental health. 

Available in English and Español. Also available for Native Americans.

Substance Use Disorders


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

Healthy Relationships Workshops

These 4 consecutive 90-minute workshops have been developed to specifically support you and provide you with helpful skills to navigate what to say, how to ask and clarify your role with your loved one. Find out more here.

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