my son
 

Hi
I lost my son recently .... I want to start a support in sleepy hollow / tarrytown as there is none in this area. I am not sure how to proceed and welcome any suggestions. Also to speak / reach out to the ones who are still fighting with heroin addition.

Ty

Welcome to the family. :hug: I'm sorry for the loss of your son to addiction. :( We understand that here as we are each battling addiction in some form, either for ourselves or our loved ones.

I'm glad you joined us. :hug:

I'm so sorry to hear about your son, ty. (((HUGS)))

I don't have a clue how to start a support group, but maybe you could check with groups in other areas and ask how they started? I really don't know, but it's a good thing that you want to reach out to others.

We have a wonderful Friends and Family forum here that might be able to help you. Here's a link...

Friends and Family of Substance Abusers - SoberRecovery : Alcoholism Drug Addiction Help and Information

Welcome to SR, ty. You'll find a lot of support here.

All I can suggest is to search the internet and if all else fails, just wing it. Maybe start by renting out a room in a church, post flyers, put newspaper ads in the newspaper, hand out flyers, talk to the hospital. Start a non profit organization. Perhaps do a bake sale, or start a group in your home, go to the local coffee shop and network. I am not from a small town, nor do I particularly like small towns. They do have their charms for a short time with me.

I'm very sorry for your loss ty.

D