33 Russell Street, at the intersection of College and Spadina
Registration is required for this event and will be accepted by FAX or EMAIL.
Free of charge. Refreshments will be provided.
The impact of concurrent disorders extends beyond the client to family members and significant others in many important ways.
Often when family members seek help or support it relates to complex problems that are not being effectively addressed. Family
members, themselves, can be very distressed under the weight of multiple demands of a loved one suffering from concurrent
disorders and we know that the loyalty of family members and their ability and willingness to provide continuing social support
can have decisive effects on recovery outcomes for people. This information session will describe a new researched-based approach
to working with families using a 12-week support group approach with psychoeducational materials.
This information session will:
• Describe the impact of concurrent disorders on family members and significant others.
• Preview a new approach of working with families using a support group approach and psycho-educational materials.
• Report on the most recent research evaluation of this approach in two communities in Ontario.
• Provide an opportunity to discuss and to share information and experiences about the benefits and challenges of working
with family members, and the needs and opportunities to provide improved services for families affected by co-occurring addiction
and mental health problems.
Speakers:
• Carol Parker, MSW, Advance Practice Clinician, Addictions Program, CAMH
• Wayne Skinner, MSW, Deputy Clinical Director, Addictions Program, CAMH
Target Audience:
All addiction and mental health agencies and family support group providers.
This event will be followed by a Family Forum open to the general public at 7:00 pm at the same location.
For more information please contact:
Barbara Steep
Telephone: 416 535-8501 ext 4553
Fax: 416 595-5019
Email: barbara_steep@camh.net
Centre for Addiction
