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“In many cases we have often had occasion to observe that there is true hope for real liberation [from addiction]. As believers and members of the Church, this very hope encourages us to carry on.”. Your parish priests are available at all times to speak with and help you, and there are also many agencies that are devoted to the well-being of those suffering from drug and alcohol addictions, and their families. Please use the links below to find help, and do talk with our priests as well.
Emerson Hospital Addiction and Rehabilitation Programs
Emerson Hospital Addiction Support Groups
McLean Hospital Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Program, and Ambulatory Treatment Center
National Catholic Council on Addictions
Catholic Culture “From Despair to Hope”
Livestrong “Drug Treatment in the Catholic Church”
Al-Anon Family Groups of Massachusetts
SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training)
American Academy of Addictions Psychiatry
National Institute on Drug Abuse