You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
Family/Support System Program • Vinland National Center
Supporting a loved one through treatment can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Vinland’s Family/Support System Program offers education, connection, and encouragement for those walking this journey alongside our patients.
Who Should Attend
Family members, partners, and support systems of individuals currently enrolled in Vinland’s Residential Treatment Program
When
Second & Fourth Saturdays of each Month
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where
Vinland National Center – Residential Campus
Loretto, MN
What You’ll Gain
• A welcoming, supportive space led by a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC)
• Education on how brain injury and substance use disorder can affect behavior and relationships
• Practical tools and trusted resources for loved ones
• Connection with others who understand your experience
This is a support and education group for families. It is not a mental health therapy group.
Reserve Your Spot Today!
✔ Registration is first-come, first-served with an RSVP email requested from those who will attend
✔ Attendance is limited to 20 participants per session
Upcoming Sessions:
• Second Saturday of the Month – Substance Use Disorders and the Impact on Neurocognition.
• Fourth Saturday of the Month – The Therapeutic Factors that Support Family Recovery from Addiction.
See Frequently Asked Questions below!
Questions or Registration:
FamilyProgram@vinlandcenter.org
Learn More About Residential Treatment
FAQ
Q: How do I sign up to attend an upcoming Family/Support System Program?
A: During the first 24 hours of participation in the program patients are given the option to include family members or supportive people in the treatment process. At that time, they will be given contact information for the dedicated email address that their family members can use to opt into the two sessions. We ask that each person have a limit of two family members to ensure enough space for as many people as possible.
Q: How do I know everything is set for me to attend?
A: You will receive an email confirming your two spots or if at capacity, you will be offered the next available date when the group meets.
Q: What are some of the topics to be covered during these sessions?
A: The two-hour group will dedicate half of its time to education and the other half to support. The education topics will include information on the neurocognitive explanation of addiction, basic understanding of cognition with ways to compensate for co-occurring cognitive impairment and the therapeutic conditions for family recovery from addiction. The second half will be a period of support led by a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor in which participants can share relevant experiences, get support and ask questions.
Q: Where will the program be held – how do I get there?
A:
Arrival –We share a gravel road with the YMCA’s Camp Ihduhapi—look for both signs when turning onto Ihduhapi Rd. Follow the signs, park in any available space, and enter through the main (newer) entrance. Please sign in at the reception desk; a staff member will greet you and guide you to the classroom.
Q: Who can I contact with questions regarding the Family/Support System program?
A: FamilyGroup@vinlandcenter.org
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