A SUPPORT GROUP FOR LOVED ONES OF ADDICTS & ALCOHOLICS

You are not alone. It’s not your fault. There is hope.

Just like addicts, loved-ones need: community, education and encouragement.

Through our meetings, you’ll find education, inspiration, and a community of other loved ones who’ve been impacted by addiction. Each week, you will have the opportunity to learn more about addiction, find tools to help those you love, and discover hope to help yourself as you journey down this road to recovery.

THEME VERSE: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 NIV

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FInding Hope Testimonials

Kim Shelton

I first learned in Finding Hope that I needed my own recovery journey. The meetings, literature, and the retreat have all served to encourage me every step I take toward recovery. I have found a new way of relating, communicating, trusting, and living life. I am a grateful member.

Julie Thompson

Finding Hope was exactly what we were looking for in a support group. We knew that we needed to heal from our son’s addiction & being in a support group was essential. As Christians, clinging more than ever to Jesus for peace in the midst of our storm, we also knew that there was no true hope without Him. Finding Hope was the only logical solution that is a continual support to our family. We thank God for Finding Hope!

Randy & Robin Souter

When we walked into our first Finding Hope meeting, we felt at home. We knew we were with people who were walking the same road of addiction as we were. They “got it”! They all had experienced the same emotions as we were experiencing and knew this group would become our lifeline and family

2024 Retreat Information

DATE:
March 22-24, 2024 – Tulsa

April 26-28, 2024 – North Carolina

LOCATION:
POSTOAK Lodge & Retreat-Tulsa, OK

Trinity Center – Pine Knoll Shore, NC

WHO CAN COME:
The Finding Hope retreat is open to anyone who loves someone with a substance use disorder, whether they are in recovery or not.

ABOUT THE FINDING HOPE RETREAT:
Loving someone with a substance use disorder brings a mix of emotions and feelings, the journey feels incomprehensible. The Finding Hope retreat gives you the opportunity to travel this road in a safe & relaxed atmosphere with others who understand the ups and downs of loving someone addicted to drugs or alcohol. This is all done in a relaxed atmosphere with keynote speakers, breakout sessions, small group discussions, worship, and self-care. By facing our storms together we can begin to live in faith, truth, and hope no matter our circumstances.

"I’m not sure what I was expecting when I signed up for the Finding Hope Retreat, but the experience far exceeded any expectations I might have had. The opportunity to meet, talk with, laugh with, sometimes cry with, and learn from people who are in various stages of their own journey in recovery as loved ones of addicts is immeasurable. The resort is beautiful, the grounds are amazing, and the food is delicious. I’m looking forward to attending again."

“Attending the Finding Hope Retreat was such an amazing weekend. It was full of rest but also learning new information about addiction and how I can love my loved one better. I found this weekend to be so refreshing to my soul and God used it to remind me of His faithfulness and goodness. Not to mention, I met the most amazing people that I know will be lifelong friends.”

“The amount of knowledge gained, the community of Finding Hope people from all over the country, the outpouring of love given to each other, the understanding of our storms we are facing or going through, is immeasurable. It’s a full weekend of undistracted self-care that I rarely get to have. The Finding Hope Retreat is a treasure and gift that I look forward to every year.”

Become a Finding Hope Leader

Included in Leadership Training:

Who can attend Finding Hope?

Anyone who is 18 and older that loves someone with a substance use disorder, who may or may not be in recovery.

Does it cost anything to attend a meeting?

No, Finding Hope is a free support group.

Does my loved one have to live in our Hope is Alive home?

No, some of our loved ones are still in active addiction, while others are living a life of recovery outside of Hope is Alive.

Is there childcare available?

Some of our meeting locations offer childcare.

How long do the meetings last?

Our meetings last 1-½ hours

How often do the meetings meet?

Typically, most of our meetings meet twice a month.

I don’t see a meeting in my location, how can I start a meeting in my community?

We are continuing to expand our meetings to new locations. If you feel called to begin a meeting in your community, please fill out the Leadership Training form.

What can I expect at a Finding Hope meeting?

At each meeting you will have the opportunity to share what is on your heart and how you are feeling. You will also gain tools and knowledge through our curriculum, speakers, and testimonies.

Can my addicted loved one attend Finding Hope?

No, Finding Hope is for the families of addicts.

How is Finding Hope different from Al-Anon?

At Finding Hope we are a faith based intentional community, loving, supporting, and praying for each other.

Is Finding Hope a 12-step program?

We are not a 12 step-program, but have an enriched curriculum to equip you to walk through the storm of loving someone with a substance use disorder.