EDUCATIONAL
RESOURCES

We know firsthand that navigating resources and finding ethical treatment programs isn’t easy.
In addition to our support programs, we can introduce you to helpful tools to get started.

Here you can explore the latest tools and evidence-based strategies that can lead to real change in your family. We have curated articles, online learning courses, videos, and podcasts that provide education on caring, compassionate approaches to best support loved ones battling addiction.

Books

The Anatomy of Peace - Arbinger Institute
Get Your Loved One Sober (CRAFT) - Robert Meyers
Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change - Jeffrey Foote
BALM - A Loving Path to Family Recovery - Beverly Buncher
Loving Lions - Michael Wilson
The Dance of Anger - Harriet Lerner, Ph.D.
The Compassion Antidote - Cathy Taughinbaugh
What Happened to You - Oprah Winfrey
Love First – Jeff and Debra Jay
It Takes A Family – Jeff and Debra Jay
Changes that Heal – Dr. Henry Cloud
Boundaries – Dr. Henry Cloud
Stay Close – Libby Cataldi

Faith Based:
Keep Your Love On – Danny Silk
Praying Our Loved One Home – Pam Lanhart
You Are Not Alone – Dena Yohe

Support

Facebook Private Support Group
Thrive Family Addiction Support Informed by CRAFT

In-Person or Virtual Support Groups
Thrive Family Support Groups
thrivefrr.org/meetings

MN One-on-One Family Peer Services
Peer Referral Form on Website
thrivefrr.org/referral-form

Websites

Center for Motivation and Change
Thrive Family Recovery Resources
Partnership to End Addiction
Wild Hearts Adventures
SAMHSA
Allies in Recovery
NAMI
Youtube Channel - Put the Shovel Down