Meeting the Needs of Union Workers in Addiction Recovery

At Union Recovery Service, we know that union members are the backbone of this country—skilled tradespeople, first responders, public sector workers, and countless others who keep our communities running. But we also know that the challenges union workers face on the job—stress, injury, chronic pain, shift work, and exposure to trauma—can increase the risk of substance use disorders.

We’re honored to share this message on the Hope Interventions platform, a valued partner in helping families and organizations navigate the road to recovery.

Addiction does not discriminate, but recovery is most effective when it takes a person’s life context into account. Union workers face a unique landscape when it comes to seeking treatment, and unfortunately, many are underserved by traditional rehab pathways.

Here are a few common barriers we’ve seen:

• Fear of job loss or retaliation

• Limited understanding of union benefits among treatment providers

• Need for discretion within tight-knit work communities

• Inflexible schedules and mandatory work commitments

That’s where Union Recovery Service steps in.

Union Recovery Service is a dedicated to provide rehab resources for union workers built specifically for union members and their families. Our team understands the intersection of addiction of substances, mental health, labor rights, and union benefit structures—and we use that expertise to guide union workers into safe, respectful, and effective care.

Our services include:

• 24/7 confidential assessments and intervention planning

• Collaboration with union reps, EAPs, and benefit trust funds

• Placement in union-approved treatment centers across the country

• Advocacy for job protection and return-to-work planning

• Ongoing recovery support beyond treatment

We work directly with families, loved ones, and union leadership to ensure no one falls through the cracks. Every call we receive is handled with empathy, professionalism, and a deep respect for the values of organized labor.

We are proud to work alongside organizations like Hope Interventions, whose commitment to compassionate, family-centered support complements our mission. Interventionists often reach out to us when a union member is in crisis, and together we create a plan that aligns with both treatment needs and workplace realities.

This kind of partnership is vital—because addiction recovery is rarely a solo journey. It takes coordination, clarity, and community. Whether it’s through family-led interventions or union-driven referrals, we’re here to guide every step.

If you are a union worker struggling with drug & alcohol addiction, or a family member watching someone suffer in silence, you’re not alone. Union Recovery Service is here to listen, advocate, and act.

Recovery is a union value. It’s about solidarity, safety, and showing up for one another. We at Union Recovery Service believe every member deserves a chance to heal—with dignity, without delay.

Thank you to Hope Interventions for sharing this space—and for standing with us in service of recovery.

— Union Recovery Service Team