On a weekly basis, we will be highlighting different local people and resources in New Canaan and surrounding communities. These resources represent hope to parents and family members affected by addiction. Trey Laird, Cini Shaw and The Lighthouse are subjects of this week’s Community Focus, because they are recovery-friendly—providing sober living options–as well as recovery coaching–in New Canaan. Sober living …
In 2017, when we were planning our first Addiction Awareness Vigil, the Hope & Remembrance Wall was born. The idea was to remember and honor both those who died too soon, as well as those struggling who are now in long-term recovery. Today, July 15, it’s been 5 years since my son Evan died of an overdose in New Haven. …
Two items to mention: 1) Our weekly parent support meeting has moved to a virtual meeting format using Zoom Video. The details are as follows. Every Thursday, a little before 7PM, just click the following link: https://zoom.us/j/740190592?pwd=VUJKNitKdlZFa3d2cWxGZFFBNTdWdz09 The Meeting ID is 740 190 592You shouldn’t need a password, but if you do try 102784. Or Dial: 1 929 205 6099 and …
Late last year, a well-known international speaker on productivity was hit by a tragedy in her family. Her son died of a suicide. In this Facebook post, Laura Stack bravely shares the background to her son’s death, and why high-potency marijuana products can be such a danger. “Happy New Year dear friends. I love you. Truly. Your love and support …
We are heartened by the fact that our Pathways Sessions at the Y have been informative and well-attended this year–especially by parents and recovery coaches. Phil Valentine, Executive Director of CCAR (Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery) started the year off with a fascinating discussion of how recovery coaching has a bright future in our community. (January 15). This was followed …
On December 19, 2019, Dr. Drew Pinsky spoke at a White House Summit on Mental Health. His presentation can be viewed here, and starts at about 6:30. The 26-minute presentation is remarkable because wherever the word “mental illness” is used, one could substitute “addiction”. Dr. Drew goes through the almost 60 years of history since the book One Flew Over …
At our latest Pathway Session at the New Canaan YMCA, attendees learned a lot about new pain protocols that reduce opioid use by 64% and more. Imagine–having a shoulder replacement and getting off opioids within 5 days! No refills and less pain than the outdated protocols. Thank you, Dr. Paul Sethi and the ONS Foundation for Clinical Research & Education. …
Thank you Ethan Jones, for your touching video that captures the essence of our Vigil on September 5th. Your work is amazing, given that you are only a junior at New Canaan H.S. Please view here, the video is 4 minutes, 30 seconds long.
Below is a letter to the editor that was published in both the New Canaan Advertiser and newcanaanite.com. Thanks to all! September 9, 2019 Dear Editor: On behalf of the New Canaan Parent Support Group and New Canaan Community Foundation, I’d like to thank all those involved with making our 3rd Annual Community Addiction Awareness Vigil a success. This event …
There are a number of upcoming events that were highlighted at our Sept 5th 3rd Annual Addiction Awareness Vigil. See the list below for September & October: Monday, September 16, 10AM-Noon. Communities4Action Quarterly Meeting. Special panel this meeting on Vaping/JUULing. Stamford Jewish Community Center, 1035 Newfield Ave. Register by contacting Ingrid Gillespie, igillespie@communities4action.org or 203-588-0457. Wednesday, September 18, 7-8:30PM: Women …
