Read about a small town that worked together to address alcohol use disorder and shift drinking culture.

Read about how making connections and supporting others can help with an individual’s own recovery

Hear from a couple who discover how talking about alcohol use disorder as a health condition can be uplifting

One year after taking naltrexone, Nienke is feeling great, experiencing no cravings and is no longer needing to take medication.

Hearing that medications work to eliminate cravings for alcohol can bring an overpowering sense of renewed hope. At the same time, this new knowledge can also invoke feelings of loss for people that may have greatly benefited from this treatment option. Meet Joe who speaks openly about options to reduce or stop drinking.

After more than 30 years, it’s lights out on cravings for Bill Gibson, who says the appeal of buying beer is now less than buying a desk lamp

Meet Nienke, a retired violinist, who is able to once again enjoy an occasional glass of wine without cravings.

In this story created and graciously shared by Interior Health, you’ll meet Matthew, who first realized he needed help with his alcohol use during his late 20s.

Meet NP Patrice who speaks of how prescribing medications for AUD transformed patients’ lives. Now retired from full-time practice, Patrice serves remote communities, and acts as a Board Director for CAUDS.

Meet Sam Goding who, thanks to medical treatment for AUD, is not only free from cravings, but has become a coach, sharing his success and encouraging others.

Meet Barbra-May who thanks to medication and support is back in the driver’s seat, with her life on track.

Meet Anna-Margaret who helped her daughter find treatment for alcohol use disorder, and cared for her grandson, while the work of healing and recovery took place.

Meet Joseph a business manager who tried several treatment options before landing on a combination that has led to a successful recovery.

Meet Wayne, who overcame a lifetime of cycles of excessive drinking. He credits his lasting success to new treatment options, and to the understanding that alcohol use disorder is a chronic medical condition and not a moral failing.

Meet Linda, who supported her son as he struggled to cope with alcohol use disorder, and who helped to find a successful medical treatment option for him.

Meet Colleen, who thanks to a temporary medical treatment for alcohol use disorder, is able to fully enjoy her retirement located just steps from an Okanagan winery.