Resources
Help for those with alcoholic parents can be found in many ways and in many places. Here are a few good websites for seeking out reliable advice, others you can relate with, and most importantly…finding some peace of mind.
Al-Anon (which includes Alateen for younger members) is a self-help group which focuses on helping family members and friends affected by the alcoholic’s drinking. Al-Anon members learn to take responsibility for their own lives, so that our serenity does not depend upon whether someone else is drinking. Meetings are free, open to the public and held at various locations. Check the website for nearest location.
Alateen is part of Al-Anon, which helps families and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend. Altaeen is a place for young adults experiencing similar situations to connect and not feel alone.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics
The National Association for Children of Alcoholics advocates for all children and families affected by alcoholism and other drug dependencies. They are a source of information and support for children experience difficulty with an alcoholic or drug addicted parent.
Recovery Resources helps people triumph over substance abuse, addiction and mental illness. Through rigorous counseling, support, outreach and educational programs that treat mind, body and spirit, Recovery Resources helps individuals identify and address their problems, providing tools and support systems that lead to healthy and productive lives.
Community Challenge works to prevent the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs by Cleveland’s West Shore youth with community programs promoting healthy life choices. Working in concert with school systems, church communities and city officials and local youth employers, this organization provides awareness, prevention and early intervention services to youth through adolescence, as well as to the adults who influence them.
Stella Maris provides substance abuse treatment and medical detox services. Both in-patient and out-patient treatment is available
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