Provides one-on-one support for loved ones (friends and family) of those struggling with addiction. Loved ones can engage in coaching regardless of where the person in their life is on the addiction journey (actively using, in treatment, or anywhere in between). Coaching sessions focus on helping loved ones understand addiction, reduce conflict, improve communication, strengthen well-being, establish healthy boundaries and motivate others towards change.

Al-Anon Family Groups are for the families and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems. Al-Anon electronic meetings use different online platforms: discussion boards, email, chat, phone and Voice over Internet Provider (VoIP), such as Skype. To find alternative meeting options visit: ​https://al-anon.org/ Each meeting is autonomous in its style, format, and entry procedures and like all Al-Anon meetings, agree to abide by the spirit of the Twelve Traditions.

Offers the following groups: Bible Study, Recovery Group, and Family and Friends of Addicts, Alcoholics, and Substance Abusers Group.

Aims to assist clients in recovery maintenance. Recovery Support services includes formal aftercare programs, wellbriety, traditional pathways, and talking circles. Clients may have had their primary treatment experience within Anpetu Luta Otipi or they may arrive to the program in order to solely take advantage of formal and informal recovery support services. Recovery Support programs build on the progress achieved in primary treatment assisting the client to maintain a commitment to sobriety by encouraging a continuous self and environmental reflection. Recovery Support programs help the client continue to develop their problem solving skills and individual and family healing.

Al-Anon is a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope, in order to solve their common problems. Al-Anon believes alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Al-Anon has one purpose: to help families of alcoholics, which is achieved by Practicing the Twelve Steps, Welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics, and Giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic. For a list of meetings in South Dakota, visit: https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-al-anon-meeting/ Electronic meetings are offered. To find an online group, visit: https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/electronic-meetings/

Al-Anon Family Groups is a 12-step mutual support group program with member-facilitated meetings for anyone concerned about or affected by someone else's drinking. Although a separate entity, the program is adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous. There are no dues or fees for membership. No referral or appointment are necessary. The program is spiritually based rather than religious. All are welcome regardless of their beliefs or background.

​A science-based, secular alternative to Al-Anon and Johnson Intervention. It uses methods based on the tools of SMART (Self Maintenance and Recovery Training) Recovery and CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) to provide resources and support for those who are affected by the addictions of a loved one.

Alateen is a 12-step program which provides support, understanding and encouragement to friends and relatives whose life has been affected by someone's alcoholism. This program is for people aged 11-18 years. For a list of Alateen meetings in South Dakota, visit: https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-al-anon-meeting/ Electronic meetings are offered. To find an online group, visit: https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/electronic-meetings/

Support group of parents helping parents. Meets every week to offer education and support, at no cost, for parents who are dealing with a son or daughter battling addiction. Those who are unable to attend in person, can register for a Telephone PAL meeting at https://palgroup.org/pal-telephone-meetings/

​Resource Guide: Supporting your Loved One with a Substance Use Disorder. This publication was developed by the Helpline Center in partnership with the South Dakota Department of Social Services. For more information, call the Resource Hotline for 24/7 support at 800-920-4343. To request a print copy, please complete this Request Form. For more information, visit AvoidOpioidSD.com or Text 'opioid' to 898211.