The Addict's Mom is very proud to present our first TAM Directory of Accredited Treatment providers. We have worked very hard using due diligence as all of the research was being done. We hope you will find this directory a good starting point in your search for professional treatment centers. As always, before contacting any professional or institution, The Addict's Mom recommends that you do further research, request and contact references, consult your physician and check with your local Better Business Bureau. The Addict's Mom does not endorse any organizations, products or services: further, The Addict's Mom assumes no liability or responsibility for the claims made by any service providers or institutions. 

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We all need tools and strategies to get through the chaos and drama in our lives. 

Author Denise Krochta used some really simple tools to help her cope with addictions in her family. She's giving us an op.portunity to try some of the things that worked for her by offering the kindle version of her book "Sweat" , F.REE for today and tomorrow. 

I have known Denise for a very long time and I watched her plan work for her. I appreciate her sharing it , for f.ree, for the next two days. 

Here is the link

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Mayor of Ithaca, NY Wants to Host Nation’s First Supervised Heroin Injection Facility - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Mayor of Ithaca, NY Wants to Host Nation’s First Supervised Heroin Injection Facility - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: The mayor of Ithaca, New York says he wants his city to be the first in the United States to host a supervised injection facility for people who use heroin, the Associated Press reports.

Vermont Leads the Way in Fight Against Heroin Epidemic - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Vermont Leads the Way in Fight Against Heroin Epidemic - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: Vermont, which has been battling a heroin epidemic in recent years, has become a model for other states in emphasizing treatment over jail, according to The Christian Science Monitor.

Another Opioid Epidemic Challenge: Too Few Addiction Counselors - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Another Opioid Epidemic Challenge: Too Few Addiction Counselors - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: More addiction counselors are leaving the field at a time when demand for their services is increasing, NPR reports.

Commentary: Reaching Homeless Students Impacted by Heroin and Rx Drug Abuse - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

Commentary: Reaching Homeless Students Impacted by Heroin and Rx Drug Abuse - Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: U.S. Representative Hal Rogers, writes, 'It’s incomprehensible that one in five students are living homeless in some of our communities. While there are a number of factors to consider when trying muster up a reason as to how this could happen, one that routinely stands out, is the high rate of addiction.'