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Support for family and friends

Include families, strengthen relationships, support carers

Addiction affects more than one person. It disrupts an entire circle of people: family, partners, children, friends… 

At Guépart, we know that support from loved ones is a source of strength and a major driver of change in the recovery process.

Why involve loved ones? The carer–participant partnership

That is why we have developed specific activities for family carers, whether or not they are involved in the programme.

Structured support for the family and friends of participants in the Guépart programme

Monthly support groups

Facilitated by psychologists, these groups offer a space to:

Psychoeducation days

Organised by addiction care professionals (doctors, psychologists…), they aim to:

Meaningful, moving occasions bringing together participants, families and care professionals after the trip.

Post-trip sharing evenings

Speak freely
Share feelings and experiences
Break isolation
Understand your own limits

Better understand the mechanisms of addiction
Identify supportive approaches that offer encouragement without blame
Look after yourself while supporting your loved one

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“I can support someone else without neglecting my own needs.”
This principle is central to our support.

Together, we share what was experienced, recognise how far people have come and rebuild connections.

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Support for all families affected by addiction
(outside the Guépart programme)

The addiction service at Albert Chenevier Hospital offers support for families who are not taking part in the programme:

We believe recovery is a collective process. Support groups, psychoeducation days and post-journey sharing evenings help loved ones play an active role. They learn to understand addiction, respond appropriately and restore their own balance, often put under considerable strain.

Monthly support groups open to everyone

Accessible to anyone affected by a loved one’s addiction (Val-de-Marne)
A supportive, confidential setting facilitated by specialist professionals
Open to attend and free of charge

Psychoeducation days

Group workshops to understand addictive disorders
Practical advice on taking a supportive approach
Sharing experiences with other family members and friends, and with care professionals

These activities aim to break isolation, provide guidance and create an emotional safety net for carers.

Want to know more? Contact us

Are you an organisation or local authority?

Would you like to offer these activities to your service users or residents?  Guépart can work in your town or service to:

Facilitate support groups
Organise psychoeducation days
Support families and loved ones

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GUÉPART is a non-profit association supporting recovery from addiction through therapeutic travel. Professional guidance and human connection help participants rebuild their lives.

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