Support Groups for Siblings of Addicts
CARES for Siblings
- CARES for Siblings
Because This Hasn’t Been Easy
If your brother or sister is struggling with addiction, you may be carrying pain you don’t often talk about. Siblings of addicts frequently take on roles they never asked for, the peacekeeper, the fixer, the forgotten one, or the one who had to step away to protect themselves. Our support groups for siblings of addicts provide a safe, understanding space to share your experiences, release the guilt or resentment you may hold, and begin your own healing journey.
At CARES, we want you to know: your experience matters.
- A Community of Support
You’re Not Just a Bystander—You’re a Survivor of This Too
Addiction in a sibling can fracture families, shift priorities, and leave you caught between love and self-preservation. Maybe you’ve asked yourself:
- Why do they keep choosing this?
- Why does no one ask how I’m doing?
- How do I help without losing myself?
You are not alone. CARES is a safe space to begin answering those questions—with support, not shame.
Supporting Yourself Like You Support Your Family
If your brother or sister is struggling with addiction, you may be carrying a heavy emotional burden that’s hard to express. Many siblings of addicts find themselves stepping into difficult roles—trying to keep the peace, fixing problems, or fading into the background to avoid more pain. You might feel like the peacekeeper, constantly smoothing over family conflict; the forgotten one, quietly holding things together; or the fixer, sacrificing your own well-being to help your sibling. For some, creating distance feels like the only way to survive, bringing both relief and guilt.
At CARES, our support groups for siblings of addicts provide a compassionate space to share these experiences, release the weight you’ve been carrying, and find healing alongside others who truly understand what it means to love someone facing addiction.
- A Community Who Cares
What CARES Offers Siblings of Addicts: A Space to Heal and Be Heard
Weekly Expert Talks
Our speakers include therapists, doctors, authors, and individuals who understand addiction and family trauma. Learn how to cope with guilt, resentment, detachment, boundaries, and grief—from people who get it.
Resources That Actually Help
Each session features clickable tools—books, therapy guides, boundary-setting frameworks, and self-care practices you can begin using immediately.
A Community That Sees You
Siblings are often the silent sufferers. You might have been expected to stay strong, stay quiet, or step up. At CARES, we listen to your story—and help you find healing in it.
Support for the Long Haul
Whether your sibling is in crisis, recovery, or somewhere in between, we offer resources that help you stay grounded, centered, and whole.
- Why Join CARES
Why CARES?
Because loving someone in addiction shouldn’t mean sacrificing your own well-being.
Because being a sibling doesn’t mean staying silent or carrying the pain alone.
Because your story and your healing matter, and our support groups for siblings of addicts are here to remind you that you’re not alone.
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Join Us
We are excited to introduce the Cornerstone CARES speaker series, a collaborative initiative with The Texas CARES Program and the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. Starting at Cornerstone Church ATX, our series aims to reach communities across the nation, creating a supportive environment for families affected by addiction. Through these sessions, we will share personal stories, expert insights, and evidence-based strategies to assist individuals and families on their journey to recovery. Join us in building a compassionate community dedicated to healing and hope.
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You don’t have to have all the answers. You just have to show up.
The overarching mission of CARES is to create an environment where “those who love and protect can feel love and protection.” Each gathering is a step towards helping caregivers find clarity and confidence in their roles, equipping them with the knowledge to navigate the recovery landscape without the burden of doubt.
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