Stigma: A Family Support Group

Stigma is a family support group for anyone who is struggling, or has struggled, with an addicted family member. It is a service aimed at helping family members receive support in their own process by providing resources, education, and community in a safe space.

What is the goal?

The goal is for families to help other families in their journey with addiction. We want participants to come away with a better understanding of the disease, a bond with an understanding community, and a toolkit to better handle stressors that arise from having a family member battling addiction.

Group details

• Where: Virtually — join on Google Meet
• When: Every Tuesday, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
• Cost: Free

Who leads the group?

The group is facilitated by individuals with personal experience living with an addicted family member. The group is led by peers — not therapists or professionals. Experts in the addiction field and community will be invited to present on topics of interest on a monthly basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can anyone attend?

Anyone (18 and older) who is struggling, or has struggled, with an addicted family member is welcome to attend.

How can I sign up?

Visit our Facebook page @LantanaRecovery and go to the “Events” tab.

What is the format?

Topic discussion and monthly educational lectures.

Why is it called Stigma?

While most people think first of the definition meaning a perception of disgrace, a stigma is also the center of a flower that receives pollination and allows the flower to flourish. We see the family unit as the “stigma” to a person’s recovery process — when the stigma is pollinated, the flower can blossom.