If you've found this site, you're probably going through one of the hardest experiences a family can face. Someone you love is struggling with addiction — and you're trying to figure out how to help, how to cope, and how to keep your own life from falling apart in the process.

This site exists for you.

What Sandy Swenson Is About

Sandyswenson.com is a resource hub for families of addicts and people in recovery. Everything here is written with one goal: to give families the honest, practical information they need to navigate addiction without losing themselves in the process.

That means:

• Honest reviews of books, apps, and products that genuinely help
• Practical guides on how to support without enabling
• Clear information about treatment, detox, and recovery options
• Support group resources for families — because you need support too
• A free family guide that covers the essentials from diagnosis to recovery

Who This Site Is For

This site is written specifically for family members and loved ones — parents, partners, siblings, and friends of people struggling with addiction. Not for the person in addiction themselves (though some resources may help them too), but for the people standing alongside them, often exhausted and unsure what to do next.

About the Recommendations

Every product, book, and app recommended on this site has been researched and selected based on quality, evidence, and genuine usefulness to families. We don't recommend things we wouldn't stand behind.

This site is supported by affiliate partnerships — primarily Amazon Associates — which means we may earn a small commission when you purchase through our links, at no extra cost to you. This is how we keep the site running and the resources free. Full details are in our Affiliate Disclosure.

Our Commitment to You

• We will always be honest — including about the limitations of products and approaches
• We will never recommend something just because it pays a higher commission
• We will keep resources updated as new evidence and products emerge
• We will always point you toward professional help when that's what's needed

Get the Free Family Guide

If you're new here, the best place to start is our free guide — Battling Drug Addiction: A Complete Guide for Families. It covers everything from understanding addiction to finding the right support, setting boundaries, and taking care of yourself. Instant delivery to your inbox.

Get in Touch

Have a question, a resource suggestion, or just want to share your experience? We'd love to hear from you. Visit our Contact page or email us directly.