CeDAR Family Program

Addiction is a family disease

The chemical addiction of a loved one can rob family members of their true identity, create dysfunctional behaviors and destroy relationships.

It's common for family members to blame themselves for a loved one's behavior and to attempt to control his or her addiction. The truth is that only the addict has the power to save him or herself. It's often difficult for family members to provide love, support and freedom to their loved one in recovery.

Helping families understand disease, recovery

"CeDAR continues to be an invaluable lifeline in helping our family understand the disease of alcoholism and the importance of recovery. Applying tools learned there has made a tremendous difference in our lives. I'm so thankful that we're part of the CeDAR family – it is life-changing and a very special place."

Carla A.

Our Family Week Program educates family members about the disease of addiction, how to care for themselves and ultimately how to support their loved one in the recovery process. CeDAR offers the family program to any one interested in learning how the disease of addiction affects their family - you can participate without having a loved in treatment.

Once a patient's negative addiction behaviors transform into healthy behaviors in recovery, feelings change and new character traits are developed. It is important to have the entire family system in recovery to promote healing, rebuild relationships and ensure that the outcome is positive for everyone.