Family Matters
Family members are profoundly affected when a loved one becomes addicted to alcohol or another drug. In fact, by the time most people reach out to a counselor, healthcare provider or addiction treatment center for help with a family member’s substance abuse, the situation has typically progressed to a crisis level.
MN Adult & Teen Challenge provides substance abuse treatment along with recovery support to individuals struggling with alcohol, drugs, and other co-occurring conditions. This includes support for family and friends impacted by their loved ones addiction. We understand that families impacted by their loved one’s use need support to heal and learn how to cope.
Our family programs and resources are available to you, regardless of whether your loved one with drug addiction seeks treatment. Below is a virtual resource to help you cope with addiction in your family.
Family Matters Program
Zoom Meeting Information
Meeting ID: 828 3313 6604
Passcode: 230437
6:00 – 7:00pm
Tuesday, May 14: Christie Nelson, EdD, LADC & Tracy Ronning, MA, LMFT – Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Christie Nelson, EdD, LADC | CPS Family Specialist
Tracy Ronning, MA, LMFT | Outpatient Clinical Services Director, Mn Adult & Teen Challenge
Tuesday, June 11: Emily Mack, MSW, LCSW – Establishing Healthy Boundaries
Emily Mack, MSW, LCSW | Mental Health Provider, Mn Adult & Teen Challenge
Tuesday, July 30: Paula Ellefson – Re-establishing Trust
Paula Ellefson | Spiritual Care Manager, Mn Adult & Teen Challenge
Paula has been with MnTC for almost 7 years in the chaplaincy department and currently serves as the Spiritual Care Manager for the Rochester men’s and women’s campuses. Paula has been in ministry for 25 years and is an Ordained Minister with The Assemblies of God. She considers it an honor to help countless individuals heal from the hurt and trauma from choices made in their lives. Paula has been married to her husband for 26 years and has four grown sons. She shared “I love Jesus as He is The One who changed everything for me”.
Our Program
Delivered as an hour long virtual seminar, our Family Matters program is available free of charge to anyone concerned about a loved one’s substance abuse. Whether your loved one is active in their addiction, is seeking or currently in treatment or in recovery from their addiction, you may benefit from this series that includes:
- Educational videos/handouts on the disease of addiction and co-occurring disorders
- Emphasis on coping skills
- Positive communication and problem-solving
- Re-thinking relapse
- Developing healthy relationships
- Q&A time with experienced co-occurring professionals
- Positive reinforcement