Here's how you can help a loved one with a substance use problem:

• Learn more about substance use disorder to better understand what your loved one is facing.

  • Chester County Department of Drug and Alcohol Services Advisory Council has created a Family Help Book to assist the community in connecting with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services.

• Attend a local support group.

• Help your loved one get into treatment.

• Get naloxone and learn how to use it.

• Avoid stigmatizing language when discussing substance use disorder.