Recovery-Oriented Services

The range of services like housing support, employment assistance, and vocational training that address practical needs and promote stability and independence during recovery.

William White: The Architect of Modern Recovery Science

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William White has become one of the defining voices in the world of recovery. He did not set out to lead the movement – he set out to understand the people treatment systems were failing. Over the last five decades, his work has helped to...
William White

Recovery Capital

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Recovery capital includes all the internal and external resources that a person has at their disposal to help them get engaged in and subsequently build and strengthen their recovery. The more recovery capital one has, the stronger their...
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A Shared Understanding - A consensus definition of recovery

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Recovery in the context of substance use is generally recognised as a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential. This definition...
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Supporting people and families affected by gambling-related harm

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Online

Adfam organises forum events for practitioners and professionals with an interest in supporting families affected by substance use or gambling.

At each forum we focus on a unique topic relating to families and substance use, inviting a guest speaker with expertise in that topic, followed by a Q&A and wider discussion.

AFINet’s 7th Annual Conference

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Online
United Kingdom

We are delighted to announce AFINet’s 7th Annual Conference (online), taking place on 15 and 16 September 2026, bringing together voices from across the world to explore issues relevant to families affected by addiction.

The conference will run: