afriend1016

Hi. I'm brand new & need some advice. I received a call from a friend that I haven't heard from in about a year. He has been struggling with alcohol problems. He seemed really strung out so I invited him to come over tonite & talk. Any thoughts regarding attitude & position I should take with him would be helpful.
I've known him for about 15 yrs. He's single & age 52. He has tried recovery preograms before & told me he is moving into a "clean & sober house" in 3 days. Thanks.

Gabe

I can give is to listen to what he has to say and to respond to him honestly. I hope everything goes well. He is lucky to have a friend who cares about him.
Peace,
Gabe

LettingGo

I would say to listen well, and don't sugar coat your responses. Often times people tip toe around the alchoholic when in reality they need some honesty...

Good luck!

afriend1016

Thanks for the replies. This friend has been there for me in the past , so I want to be there for him.