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My Nephew lives with his girlfriend who is aware of his addiction, but is young and doesn't understand the complications and danger. She is not a user.
My sister and I have researched his insurance and there is an inpatient treatment center about 200-miles from where we live that would be covered 100% by his insurance.
I was wondering about ideas, tips and persuasive ways to help get him to agree to go to rehab.
He does want to get/feel better and went to a local Dr. who prescribed him some pills to take, but after 1-dose, gave up.
Of course my sister and I are worried sick about him, and are not sure how far to take the situation in order to get him treatment.
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
-KathleenView Thread

I think that is a very valid point about "outting" him through an intervention - and like you said, showing him his addiction will not be ignored anymore.
This is something to seriously think about.
Thank you again for your post!!
I wish you all the best!
-KathleenView Thread

I had no idea there are Certified Interventionists, I will let my sister know, and we will find one.
I appreciate your help and information.
-KathleenView Thread
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