What to include in a letter of support
If you are asked to write a letter of support on behalf of a fellow in recovery and have decided to write one, thank you! Here are suggested guidelines. These …
Four Videos Every Family Member (Everyone, really) Needs to See About Addiction
The following four videos are important to understanding not only the roots of addiction but also (and perhaps more importantly) the ability to heal and move on from active addiction …
Budgeting for Recovery while in Pris
Without the freedom to obtain recovery materials from the internet, attend live or online meetings, or freely use the telephone/text messaging, working your recovery program can be challenging but far …
Stages of Legal Consequences
Typically, the journey through the criminal justice system has nine phases. They may be different from state to state, but generally this is what you should expect:
Recovery Toolbox
When a friend of mine was in jail for actions and choices he made related for his addiction, he created a “tool box” to help him meet various objectives that …
More Resources
The following resources were of help to me and my family. Hopefully, they help you, too! The Prison Fellowship Prison Book Program
Creating a Personal Craziness Index
Created by Dr. Patrick Carnes, the Personal Craziness Index (PCI) is a tool to help the person in recovery detect escalating risk for slips or relapse. “The Personal Craziness Index …