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February 1, 2017
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Recognizing resilience in troubled times The fentanyl epidemic is at a catastrophic state, and some families are struggling to communicate with their children, others are grappling to combat the crisis in their own homes. Recognizing Resilience: A Group for Parents and Caregivers of Teens Involved with Substances is a six-week program set to provide much needed information and tools to support their loved ones. The group was inspired by caregivers determined to create a dialogue about drug use, as well as to provide a supportive educational environment. The course will provide insights into what behaviours to watch out for, and how to sympathetically express that their children have choices, options, and an inner-strength they didn’t know they had. Do you know an adolescent who is, or may be struggling with drug or alcohol use or peer pressure? This is a safe, confidential space for all caregivers of adolescents to share, explore and learn about several factors in this highly-sensitive topic. Beyond the concept of resilience, the program discusses what helps and hinders ado-
lescent development; why youth may begin or continue to use substances; and how to enhance relationships between caregivers and teens. Values, beliefs, and feelings about substances, substance use, and parenting, as well as strategies when exploring boundaries and imparting consequences will be discussed. Whether you suspect your adolescent child is experimenting occasionally or using frequently, the program will develop new ways to foster a stronger relationship through open communication. In addition, parents will learn how to uphold effective consequences that are appropriate for certain circumstances. With increasing numbers of fentanyl overdoses, prescription drug abuse and recreational drug use rising among teens and adults, it is reassuring to know that the Phoenix Centre has information and programs that can help people of all ages to live healthier happier lives. The Phoenix Centre originated in 1973 with a focus on the increased drug use of Kamloops youth, and over the years has grown with the needs of the community.
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The Raven Program, Osprey Place and the Adolescent Outreach programs provide support and counselling throughout School District 73 and within the community for youth and their families. Programs centered around adult care include the Community Detox Program, an at home substance withdrawal program, as well as Supportive Transitional Living in Recovery, which is designed to assist those without stable shelter or people from communities with fewer appropriate out patient services. Teenaged drug and alcohol use can be a scary and challenging topic to speak openly about. You are not alone! Recognizing Resilience is one of many programs provided by the Phoenix Centre to support caregivers understand that they have support, help, and hope. Recognizing Resilience is a collaboration between the Phoenix Centre and SD73. The program runs from February 7 to March 14 in Room 3 at the Henry Grube Centre, 245 Kitchener Crescent. Meetings take place on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. - continued on page 2
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