We are the National Association for Children of Addiction (NACoA) and our mission is to eliminate the adverse impact of alcohol and drug use on children and families. We envision a world in which no child who struggles because of family addiction will be left unsupported.
We know you care as much as we do about helping the ones you love. Find the tools and information you need to create a healthier family.
NACoA is always grateful to our educators: professionals who spend so much time during the day with children who many fondly refer to as “my kids.” Their passionate instruction, care for students, routine encouragement, and ongoing support is so vital for all children, but being a “safe, caring adult” in the lives of kids & […]
988 Life Line Now in Effect On July 16th, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline became 988. For mental health or substance use crisis emergency assistance, now you can dial just 3 numbers. Call, text or chat – in English and Spanish. Additionally, there is customized support for the deaf/hard of hearing. Trained mental health […]
National Recovery Month Planning Partners CALL FOR NOMINATIONS | Due Tuesday, September 6, 2022 | For Outstanding Leadership | By a State Alcohol and Drug Agency | (Single State Authority or SSA) The first annual Ramstad/Kennedy Award was presented in 2008 during a National Recovery Month reception at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services […]
Our training and program resources equip professionals and individuals with tools and knowledge to help provide support to children and families impacted by a loved one’s alcohol or drug addiction.
The library of webinars provides an archive of critical topics on addiction, its impact on the family, children and the community. The speakers are all well-known and knowledgeable subject-matter authorities, providing key insights and information for the listener. The webinars range from 1 ½ to 2 hours in length.
NACoA’s online learning opportunities are designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of faith leaders, behavioral health professionals and any person interested in helping children, families and communities impacted by parental alcohol and drug addiction. Each course provides strategies, tools and resources that can be utilized in working with children and families.
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This NACoA-developed kit provides all the tools needed to implement educational support groups for children of clients in treatment for addiction, for educational support groups and other educational prevention activities in schools, and for support groups and educational programs in youth-serving community based and faith-based organizations. For information about the kits, contact us at nacoa@nacoa.org
The Celebrating Families! ™ curriculum is an evidence-based cognitive behavioral support group model written for families in which one or both parents have a serious problem with alcohol or other drugs and in which there is a high risk for domestic violence, child abuse, or neglect.
A diverse group of professionals and volunteers committed to bringing healing to children and families with addiction, our affiliates are NACoA’s eyes, ears and heart. Click below to learn more about our affiliates, including how you too can bring hope to children around the country and globe.
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