Families Relying on Others for Support
In the picturesque town of Kelheim, Germany, family members of alcohol-dependent individuals have access to a range of counseling and support services. These services are provided at locations such as the BRK-Kreisverband Kelheim (Bavarian Red Cross district association) and by social work and social pedagogy professionals in the region [1][2][4].
One of the key services available is family counseling (Familienberatung) and courses focused on strengthening parent-child bonding, which can be found at the BRK-Kreisverband Kelheim [1]. These services often include guidance on dealing with the impact of addiction on family dynamics.
Social work and social pedagogy professionals in Kelheim offer family help and counseling, including expertise in marriage, family, and life counseling [2][4]. While the exact focus on alcohol-related family support in Kelheim is not detailed, these professionals may work through community social services or specialized outpatient care.
However, no explicit mention was found of dedicated support groups exclusively for family members of alcohol-dependent persons in Kelheim. Nevertheless, the available family counseling and social services can provide relevant psychosocial support.
For specialized addiction family support groups or specific addiction counseling, local health or addiction centers would be the next recommended contact points. Unfortunately, these were not listed in the provided results. Contacting local health authorities or the BRK-Kreisverband Kelheim directly could yield more detailed options.
A glimmer of hope for those seeking support comes from Caritas Kelheim. Angelika Müller, a resident in Kelheim, finds the relatives' group at Caritas Kelheim helpful in discussing her concerns about her home life. The specialist outpatient clinic for addiction problems at Caritas Kelheim provides counseling services to individuals and families [3][5][6][7][8][9][10].
Jana Pedolzky, a counselor at the specialist outpatient clinic, leads the relatives' group at Caritas Kelheim. This group provides a safe space for individuals to discuss the impact of a family member's addiction. According to Jana Pedolzky, the addiction of a person in the closest circle often dominates daily life [11].
The alcohol dependency of Angelika Müller's husband affects the entire family. Angelika Müller attends the relatives' group at Caritas Kelheim's specialist outpatient clinic for ongoing support. She finds it easier to discuss her worries about her home life in the group [4].
Caritas Kelheim's specialist outpatient clinic for addiction problems is an active resource for individuals seeking help and support. The clinic aims to support individuals and families affected by addiction, and the relatives' group offers a space for discussing the impact of a family member's addiction.
In conclusion, while dedicated support groups for family members of alcohol-dependent persons may not be explicitly mentioned in Kelheim, a range of family counseling and social services are available to provide relevant psychosocial support. For specialized addiction family support groups or specific addiction counseling, local health or addiction centers are recommended contact points. Caritas Kelheim's specialist outpatient clinic for addiction problems is an active resource for individuals seeking help and support, with their relatives' group offering a safe space for discussing the impact of a family member's addiction.
The science of family dynamics could benefit greatly from examining the impact of addiction on family structures, as seen in the case of Kelheim, Germany. Securing mental health and overall wellness for family members of alcohol-dependent individuals involves understanding the intricacies of the family system, particularly through parent-child bonding programs and family counseling services available at Caritas Kelheim.
