MENU Worried About Someone's Drinking? You're Not Alone. If you worry about a loved one's drinking or other drug use, you're not alone. Addiction strikes one in 10 Americans over the age of 12 - bringing untold worry, pain, and confusion to millions like you. Know that we're here for you 24/7 with help and answers. Call toll-free, 1-866-831-5700, to speak confidentially with a recovery expert. What's at Stake Addiction to alcohol or other drugs is a chronic and progressive disease—much like diabetes, asthma, or hypertension. And it's just as life threatening if left untreated. When you call us, we'll help you understand how to reach out most effectively to your loved one with your concerns. Where to Start When you call, we will walk you through some tips on initiating a discussion with your loved one. For example, bring up the subject when your loved one is sober, and raise your concerns in a caring and honest way. Talk about the effect drinking or other drug use has had on whatever he or she cares most about: career, children, or physical health. And be prepared. It helps to write down what you want to say ahead of time so you're ready. Is it Addiction? You can get a better picture of your loved one's situation by taking our addiction test and learning about the signs of addiction. It's not a professional assessment, but it will help you understand the difference between safe use, abuse and dependence. We will talk with you about intervention and treatment options, too. A professional assessment is the best way to clinically assess the problem, establish the facts, and determine next steps. Help for You, Too. When dealing with a loved one's addiction, remember this: You didn't cause it, you can't control it, and you can't cure it. You can address the issue with your loved one, but any behavior change is up to them. And remember, you're not alone. We're here for you 24/7. When you call, we'll help you understand how to reach out most effectively to your loved one with your concerns Are you or a loved one struggling with alcohol or other drugs? Call toll-free to speak confidentially with a recovery expert now. Most insurance accepted. Call to check benefits. 1-866-831-5700 The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs. As the nation's leading nonprofit provider of comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for adults and youth, the Foundation has 17 locations nationwide and collaborates with an expansive network throughout health care. With a legacy that began in 1949 and includes the 1982 founding of the Betty Ford Center, the Foundation today also encompasses a graduate school of addiction studies, a publishing division, an addiction research center, recovery advocacy and thought leadership, professional and medical education programs, school-based prevention resources and a specialized program for children who grow up in families with addiction. LOCATIONS Virtual Services Online Addiction & Mental Health Treatment California Los Angeles Rancho Mirage San Diego Colorado Aurora Florida Naples Illinois Chicago Minnesota Center City Chaska Maple Grove Plymouth (ages 12-25) St. Paul New York City Chelsea Tribeca Ohio Oxford Oregon Beaverton Newberg Washington Bellevue ADDICTION What is Addiction? Help For Families Addiction Intervention Types of Addiction TREATMENT Treatment Models Specialized Treatment Programs Mental Health Services Family and Children's Program Admissions Choosing a Treatment Center Insurance Medical Records and Billing Information Pay Your Bill Online RECOVERY Preventing Relapse Alumni Families & Friends Recovery Tools EDUCATION Graduate School of Addiction Studies Butler Center For Research Medical and Professional Education PROFESSIONALS How to Refer a Patient Patient Care Network ABOUT US About Us Why Choose Us Testimonials Careers For Help, Call1-866-831-5700 ADMISSIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION 1-866-831-5700 PO Box 11 Center City, MN 55012-2011 MEDICAL RECORDS 1-651-213-4492 MEDIA INQUIRIES 1-866-831-5700 ext. 4231 HAZELDEN PUBLISHING 1-800-328-9000 PO Box 176 Center City, MN 55012-0176 GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ADDICTION STUDIES 1-866-831-5700 ext. 4175 PO Box 11 C09 15251 Pleasant Valley Road Center City, MN 55012-0011 Stay in the Know with Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Emails Sign Up Terms of Use Privacy Notice of Privacy Practices Accessibility Nondiscrimination © 2021 Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. All Rights Reserved.