When you’re coping with a loved one’s addiction, isolation can become your norm. You may feel like no one understands—or that talking about it will only bring shame. But connecting with others who’ve walked this road can be transformative.

1. What is Peer Support and Why Does it Matter?
Peer support means receiving help from those who have lived through similar challenges. In FASN’s peer-led groups, family members come together to share stories, strategies, and strength.

2. The Power of Shared Experience
When you hear someone say, “I’ve been there too,” something shifts. You’re no longer alone. These connections can help:

  • Reduce feelings of shame and guilt

  • Normalise your experience

  • Offer practical advice that works in the real world

3. What Happens in a Peer Support Group?
In FASN’s groups, you’ll find a safe, confidential space to:

  • Speak freely without judgment

  • Ask questions and get honest answers

  • Learn from both facilitators and fellow members

  • Gain insight into new coping strategies

4. One-to-One Support and Counselling
Sometimes, you need a more private space. One-on-one sessions or counselling can help you explore your feelings, set goals, and process trauma or grief at your own pace.

5. Building Long-Term Resilience Through Connection
Ongoing peer support helps you build emotional resilience. You learn that even if your loved one’s situation doesn’t improve right away, you can still find peace, purpose, and community.


Healing happens in connection. By reaching out to others who understand, you give yourself the gift of hope. FASN’s peer network is here to walk beside you—every step of the way.