Welcome Puddinface
My 20 yr old daughter is the addict in my life. Her DOC is cocaine also.
This is a great site to learn and prepare us for what may happen next. I have gained so much wisdom and strength from the loving people here at SR.
Read the "stickies" at the top of the page. I find myself re-reading them depending on what stage of recovery I am in.
You and your son will be in my prayers. I am glad your son is in a long term program. I hope he wants to be there, becasue if he is not ready, it may not work. My daughter went through several programs because "I made her". It is obvious to me now that she was not ready at that time and that is why she relapsed. I am now praticing the "hands off the addict" theory andhave detached from her. It is hard to do, but I am at peace with my decision.
The SR folks here have helped me to be kinder to myself and the rest of my family. I thank them for that. Keep posting and good luck.
HUGS
Terri