Have you wondered why you or your loved one can’t just stop? We will take a simple approach to look at addiction as it impacts the brain, its effects on behavior, and how addiction to drugs and alcohol compares to other chronic illnesses. Addiction is a brain disease that can be treated. Today’s science and medicine allows us to see how the brain is affected using brain imagining. We’ll explore various brain scans and the basics of what they mean. Seeing the effects, can help us further understand why addiction is so complex, and why recovery is far bigger than putting down the drink or drug. Join us, in exploring the science of addiction!
This session is open to anyone affected by addiction and looking to learn more!
When: April 28th, May 5th, May 19th (Narcan training on May 12th)
5:00-6:00pm just prior to our Family Support Group.
Where: Center For Family Life and Recovery, Inc.
502 Court Street, Utica, NY 13502
4th Floor, Large Training Room
Contact: Ambi Daniel, Family Support Navigator
315-768-2665 or adaniel@cflrinc.org
Family Support Navigation Services are a new and significant addition to Oneida County services. It puts a strong focus on meeting the needs of family members and not just the addicted individual. If your life has been affected by a loved one’s addiction and you are interested in education, support, and/or help with engaging in various services, family support navigation services are here to help you. The Family Support Navigator is based at Center for Life in Recovery, Inc. and is funded through Oneida County by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (NYS OASAS).
