Trusted Knowledge for Lasting Impact


We're focused on preventing and addressing substance use disorders by providing families, communities and professionals with practical knowledge they can trust to support young people at risk or struggling with addiction.





With decades of expertise in research and collaboration, Partnership to End Addiction is uniquely positioned to provide tools to prevent addiction, promote early intervention, and support recovery.
We help loved ones, caregivers, and professionals to support those at risk or struggling with addiction. Our experts also drive prevention and treatment efforts across communities.
All of our services and resources are available in both English and Spanish. 



Learn more about our work in our latest annual report

Making a Difference at Every Level


At Partnership to End Addiction, our dual approach allows us to address addiction comprehensively - we support both individual families and system-wide change.


What We Do

For Families
For Families Families and loved ones are critical partners in preventing substance use and getting people the help they need. Our evidence-based tools and support services help to empower parents and caregivers to take confident action.
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Expert Support & Guidance: Get free, confidential help from our trained specialists and peer coaches in English or Spanish.
Whether you’re concerned about a loved one or looking for guidance on prevention, we’re here for you.


Educational Resources: Access our library of practical online guides, videos, and tools that can help you support a loved one.


Connection and Community: Join our network of families through online workshops, virtual support groups, and interactive
programs. We have built a network of informed and empowered families ready to act.

For Communities
Local leaders and organizations are crucial allies in preventing and addressing substance use. We provide the training, tools, and support to scale our knowledge and create lasting change. We advocate for public policies that promote prevention, expand access to treatment, and foster long-term recovery.
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Training & Professional Development:
Equip your community or organization with proven strategies through professional development
workshops, youth prevention programs, early intervention strategies, family support training, and custom learning options for
educators, counselors, and youth leader.


Educational Resources: Access our library of practical online guides, videos, and tools that can help you support a loved one.


Ready to Use Resources: Access our digital resources featuring:

- Treatment locator tools
- Prevention program guides
- Parent engagement materials
- Crisis response and automated support services


Collaborative Solutions:
We work closely with community partners to craft solutions that build sustainable, supportive environments for families.

For Professionals
We empower professionals to help more families and communities. Our evidence-based training, tools, and clinical resources to enhance your practice and improve outcomes for professionals who work directly with families and communities affected by substance use.
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Continuing Education: Deepen your expertise through our training programs, which cover family-based intervention approaches,
prevention strategies, and adolescent treatment methods – available live and virtual.


Practice Support: Access resources designed for clinicians, including apps and AI-powered support systems, which provide easy
access to evidence-based practices and tools designed for professional use.


Consulting Services: Strengthen your organization with tailored support – from program development to strategic planning.

Together, we're working toward a world free from addiction by ensuring individuals, families, and communities have the tools they need to address addiction effectively


Our Three Key Priorities


After 30 years of research, we know the path to ending addiction requires commitment, action and partnership to achieve our three priorities.





1. Keep Youth Substance-Free as Long as Possible


  • Protect developing brains

  • Prevent and limit early substance use

  • Build resilience in young people




2. Advance Quality, Science-Based Treatment


  • Bridge the gap between research and practice

  • Expand access to effective, affordable care

  • Support evidence-based approaches

  • Save lives through proven science-backed interventions




3. Empower Families as Agents of Change


  • Provide tools for prevention and recovery

  • Share accurate information and guidance to prevent and reduce harm

  • Offer clear, practical steps families can take to support loved ones

  • Support families in fostering connections





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