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While addiction can tear families apart,
family support can be a huge factor in
driving the successful recovery of both the
individual and the whole family.
This conference will bring together family members –
many of whomare providing support networks around
the country – along with policy-makers and profess-
ionals. This is a must-attend event for family members
affected by substance use and for all agencies and
organisations who genuinely want to support them
Early bird delegate rates for bookings before Friday 14 September
Family members £80 + vat
Professionals £135 + vat
(An additional £10 will be added to bookings made after this date)
Full programme and online booking on
www.drinkanddrugsnews.com
e: conferences@cjwellings.com t: 020 7463 2081
CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
9.30–10.30am
Coffee and registration
10:30am
Opening session
Chaired by Adfam chief executive
Viv Evans
, the session will include
a national overview from NTA chief executive
Paul Hayes
, and
Christine Tebano
, founder of Parent Support Link, will give her
personal perspective of setting up a family support service.
11:30am
Coffee break
11:50am
Session two
Alex Copello
, consultant clinical psychologist at University of
Birmingham, will present research on coping strategies for families and
Niamh Eastwood
, director of Release, provides advice on families, legal
rights around bail, arrest, search warrants, and access to treatment.
12:30pm
Lunch
Including relaxation therapy and the family groups’ exhibition area.
1:45pm
Workshops
Small practical workshops including help with criminal justice, practical
coping strategies, boundary setting and the impact of alcohol
2:45pm
Afternoon session
Dr Steve Brinksman
, chair of SMMGP, will provide a GP’s perspective on
families affected by drug and alcohol issues and
Karen Biggs
, chief
executive of Phoenix House, will examine how treatment services provide
support for families.
4pm
Finish
amilies irst
Thursday, 15 November 2012 – BIRMINGHAM
The first Adfam/DDN family conference
Putting families at the centre of recovery