We are families helping families
Families for Addiction Recovery is a national charity founded by parents of children who have struggled with addiction from their teens. Our goal is long term recovery for those with addiction and their families.
- We offer parent-to-parent support for families struggling with addiction.
- We are a voice for families to influence government policy.
- We educate community groups, health care providers and law enforcement about addiction, health laws and drug policies.
Addiction is not easy to talk about or deal with. Most people struggling with addiction never receive treatment. For those who do, it is often only after they have hit rock bottom. It doesn’t have to be this way.
We know treating addiction can be effective, compassionate and saves taxpayers money. Public policy has to catch up with science and evidence. Families need to work together to end stigma and to make sure we get our fair share of health care funding. Let’s not let ignorance and prejudice continue to kill our loved ones.
Parent-to-Parent Support
New Online Parent Support Groups
Public Policy
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Federal
FAR Calls for Decriminalization of Drug Possession to Protect Youth Using Substances
We acknowledge that constitutionally this is a federal matter. However, at this time the federal government is responding to requests made by cities rather than applying a Canada wide policy. Reques
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Federal
FAR formally requests the federal government mandate information and warning labels on alcohol products in Canada
FAR sends letter, undersigned by respected medical professions, to the federal government requesting they mandate information and warning labels on alcohol products in Canada to inform and protect co
Stories of Recovery
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Tyler’s Story
Hi! My name is Tyler, and I am in long term recovery from alcoholism and addiction. This is a significantly shortened rendition of this wild ride I like to call life. But before we get into all
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Tania’s Story
I am a mother, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, and a proud living example that recovery from addiction is possible. My name is Tania, and I am grateful to be in recovery from alcoholism. Only 11 sho
Why We Need Change
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The Case for Common Sense
By: Kathryn Eve When I was a teen, I developed a real problem with alcohol and drugs right out of the gate. My experience with addiction was fast and furious. It quickly went from being fun to just
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A Funeral March for Change
By: Angie Hamilton, Executive Director, Families for Addiction Recovery Angie Hamilton (left) and Irene Reilly-Paterson (right) It’s April 16 - the National Day of Action on the Overdose Crisis
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