Finding support and breaking the stigma around problem substance use can be tough, especially in the Latinx/e community. Luckily, my guests today are doing amazing work to help those suffering from substance use to find the support they need. Join me as I speak with leaders from Partnership to End Addiction as we talk about all things related to disorder. 

Topics we cover in today's episode include:

• How Partnership to End Addiction supports those in need
• Why we should be mindful of our language when talking about “addiction” 
• Advice for those going through a tough time
• What can community workers do to break the stigma around substance use 

More about Partnership to End Addiction:

Karla Castro-Soto; Associate Director, Helpline Quality Assurance

Yoyce Geronimo Galvan; Manager, Service Equity and Inclusion

Partnership to End Addiction is committed to supporting the needs of Spanish-speaking families who have a loved one struggling with substance use. We provide science-based information about substance use whether you are interested in preventing substance use, finding treatment or supporting a loved one’s recovery. 

All of our services are confidential and free of charge. Please find below information about our services offered in Spanish. 

Bilingual Helpline:

Trained and caring specialists are ready to listen to your challenges, setbacks, obstacles and difficult emotions that go along with a child’s substance use or addiction. They will help you develop a plan and direct you to other helpful resources.

To connect with a specialist:

• Text CONECTAR to 55753
• Visit https://drugfree.org/recursos-en-espanol/recibe-ayuda/ 
• Call 855-378-4373 to schedule an appointment

Online Support Community 

Join our regular online meetings in Spanish hosted by trained bilingual helpline specialists to share guidance on addressing substance use and related issues with teen and adult children. Topics of discussion include common concerns such as how to have a conversation with your child about substance use or other concerns, establishing boundaries and household rules, encouraging healthy behaviors, and using consequences effectively. We also discuss specific issues related to substance use, treatment, recovery, relapse and self-care.

We meet every Wednesday at 8:00 PM ET. 

To join the meeting, click the link below:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86299442707

Meeting ID: 862 9944 2707

To join by phone:

Dial +1-(646) - 931- 3860, follow by  86299442707#

Ayuda y Esperanza

Our personalized text messaging program is designed to help you support your loved one and yourself. After answering a few questions about your situation, we will send you personalized parenting tips, tools, information, and resources via text message to your cell phone for up to 6 months of support.

To register, text AYUDA to 55753

Parent Coaching 

Our peer-to-peer program, Parent Coaching, will soon be in Spanish. This is a program in which a parent or caregiver seeking help and perspective on their child's substance use issues is paired with a specially trained volunteer who has also walked the path of their child's substance use or addiction. 

We are looking for bilingual parents interested in volunteering to receive training and serve as mentors. If you are interested, please share your name and email at this link: https://airtable.com/shrblis5PmNw2kW49    

Recursos en Espanol:

If you are interested in learning more about substance use, an