Family & Friends Support Services at VoH

Peer Recovery Specialists at VoH are trained to provide Recovery Support services to family and friends of individuals impacted by substance use disorders.

Supporting family members is really important because it helps them handle the stress and emotions that come with helping a loved one through tough situations like addiction or mental health issues. This support makes relationships stronger and more caring, helps family members cope better, and builds their ability to face challenges. It also helps them feel less alone, prevents problems like health issues or arguing, and makes them better at supporting their loved one. Plus, when family members take care of themselves, everyone can heal together, creating a more positive atmosphere for all.

Family & Friend Resources

Every Tuesday at 6:30 pm at our Cecil Recovery Community Center, family and friends meet to support each other on the journey of recovery. Awakening to Hope involves learning, exploring and discussion at this open meeting. All are welcome!

Voices of Hope is not affiliated with any of the below Recovery Fellowships and this is for information purposes only:

Other community Recovery Support Groups for Family and Friends in Cecil and Harford Counties include Al-Anon, Nar-Anon and Families Anonymous.

Some family members and friends find hope and healing for family dysfunction through Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families (ACA).

For an alternative approach to “Tough Love”, check out Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT).

Grief Support

Losing a loved one to overdose death or due to substance use can be devastating. You are not alone! Please reach out and receive support from others who care.

GRASP (Grief Recovery After Substance Passing) This is a support group specifically for those who have lost a loved one due to addiction or overdose. The Hartford County chapter of GRASP requires participants to pre-register due to the sensitive nature of the meetings.

Contact Information for Pre-Registration:

  • Contact Person: Lisa McLaughlin

  • Email: lisa.craig4@verizon.net

  • Phone: (443) 617-7125

  • Website: https://grasphelp.org/

“GRASP is a compassionate community for those affected by addiction-related loss, where individuals can connect with others who truly understand their pain. The stigma around these types of losses often leads to isolation, but GRASP offers a space where no one has to grieve alone. Through shared experiences, we find healing and strength together.”

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Facebook Grief Group: After the Storm—Grief Recovery after Addiction