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.
Up Next
Safer at SAFE: Harm Reduction 101
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.
Sarah Fleming, Amy Young Sadler, and Stephanie Nunes will walk through what harm reduction looks like in practice, share the data and evidence behind it, and bust some common myths.
You'll learn:
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The values and principles behind harm reduction
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The public health benefits and the data to back them up
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How to reduce stigma toward people who use drugs
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Everyday harm reduction techniques you can use with family and friends
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Resources to explore further
This session is especially helpful for friends, family members, and anyone in a supportive role for someone who uses drugs or is in recovery, as well as anyone simply curious about what harm reduction really means.
Safer at SAFE: Harm Reduction 101
Sarah Fleming, Amy Young-Sadler,
and Stephanie Nunes
July 20, 2026 • 6:30 p.m.
Predatory Relationships in the Suburbs
Mikaela Weinstein, Det. Jack Flynn
August 27, 2026 • 6:30 p.m.
Sober Living: Homes & Halfway Houses
Chavelyn Santana
September 24, 2026 • 6:30 p.m.
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Past Episodes
“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.