Many Ways to Play
Spending focused, dedicated time to play can be a powerful tool in fostering connection and joy.
Play is an essential part of childhood. It’s how children learn, and it’s what they love to do. Especially for children of addiction, who may have had to “grow up” at an earlier age, engaging in play can function as a mighty force for healing—allowing children to just be children.
Families can print and use this page as a tool to find ways to play, everyday!
Plan and Protect
An article about planning for safe caregiving when dealing with substance use.
Routines at the Ready: Weekly Schedule
A printable tool for keeping up with routines.
Thinking Ahead: A Care Plan
A printable page to help plan for children’s care in case of unexpected challenges.
I Can Take Good Care of Myself
A printable page to remind children of all the ways they care for themselves.
All About Karli: A Story About Reconnecting
A story about reconnecting after a parent and child’s time apart during recovery from addiction.
Guest Post: When Plans Don’t Go As Planned
When routines and plans get interrupted, there are ways to talk with children and show them that they’re still safe and loved.
Supporting Whole Family Recovery with Sesame Street
A heartfelt and practical discussion on what it means to reunify as a family after treatment for addiction.
