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You have spent tireless years raising your children when… something goes wrong. Alcohol, drugs, and other destructive behaviours have entered your child’s life, changing everything. With sadness, you wonder, “What happened to my sweet innocent child?” or “What did I do wrong?” and “What can I do to fix them?” You feel confused, betrayed, guilty, angry, and ashamed. Your other children and relationships are beginning to suffer. Sometimes, you falsely believe that once one crisis has passed, the problem will…

When was the last time… ● Another man called you on your B.S. because he cares about you – and you were happy he did? ● Had a heart to heart discussion about sexuality, work, masculinity, your fears, anxiety, hopes or what it’s like being a son, spouse, or father? ● You bared your deepest secrets knowing that you would be accepted and cared for regardless of what you said? ● You needed support and you knew that there would…

You’ve spent tireless years raising your children, endless diaper changes, wiping noses, helping them with homework, soothing their physical and emotional hurts, laughing with and loving them. Then - something went wrong. Something you thought only happened to other people’s families. Alcohol, drugs, and other self-destructive behaviours entered your child’s life, changing everything. You sadly wondered, “What happened to my sweet innocent child?”, “What did I do wrong?” and “What can I do to fix them?” You feel confused, betrayed,…

Are you concerned about another person’s substance use or other addictive behaviours? Are you wondering if it’s a problem? Are you feeling confused, scared and alone? The JACS Concerned Persons Group is a safe place to explore your concerns.