Family Recovery Webinar Series
SAFE’s Family Recovery Center is proud to launch a new educational webinar series designed to deepen understanding of addiction, recovery, and the systems that support healing.
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Predatory Relationships in the Suburbs
This month's session, “Predatory Relationships in the Suburbs,” examines how predators exploit young people's trust, online and right here in our own communities.
SAFE's Diversion Facilitator Mikaela Weinstein and Detective Jack Flynn of the Franklin Police Department will unpack what we teach young people about trusted adults, how that framework can be twisted into inappropriate and predatory relationships, and how these exchanges play out on online platforms. Drawing on Mikaela's work with Diversion students and data from the Police Department, they'll share what's happening locally and what parents can do about it.
You'll come away with:
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A young adult's perspective on how these relationships form
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Which online platforms are most often used to target young people
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Practical tips for internet and social media monitoring and safety
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Insight into how prevalent this issue is in our area, drawn from police department data
This session is especially valuable for parents of adolescents and younger children, and for teens themselves.
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Past Episodes
“Safer at SAFE: Harm Reduction 101," presented by
Sarah Fleming and Amy Young-Sadler
What is harm reduction and why does it matter? In this session, SAFE Coalition's Harm Reduction team breaks down the history, principles, and real-world practices that are saving lives in our communities.
“Navigating Court Options for Families in Crisis," Honorable Judge Michelle Kelley
Learn about how the court may support treatment, Recovery Court, Section 35, and Section 12. Understanding when and how to use these options—and what to expect—can be critical for families in crisis. Judge Kelley walks through the process and answers questions.
“Family Support: Why It Matters," Jim Derick
When one person in a family is impacted by substance misuse or mental health challenges, the whole family feels it. This webinar offers families the knowledge, language, and tools to navigate that experience with compassion and clarity. Jim Derick guides attendees through the key pillars of Family Recovery, including how to define it, why it matters, and how families can actively participate in the healing process.
“Managing the Holiday Season: Strategies for Self-Care," Karen Bean
Does the holiday season feel heavy this year (or every year)? Do you worry about how you will manage all that needs to get done?This webinar covers tips on how to prioritize your needs while also accomplishing necessary tasks and strategies to manage stressors.
“The Disease of Addiction: Why Science Matters," Kathryn Branca
Gain a deeper understanding of addiction as a chronic, treatable brain disease, learn how science shows us recovery is possible, and discover practical ways to apply the science to support themselves or loved ones in their recovery journey.