In this workshop you will learn how to identify family issues that affect substance abuse, how to include the family in prevention and recovery, and how family dynamics play a role in preventing or tempting relapse. The workshop will focus on effective communication, the Drama Triangle, roles within the family, medical aspects of co-dependency. Presenter: Nancy Hunter
Location: Red Lion Hotel, 1929 Fourth St., Eureka
Friday, January 23, 2004 - 1:30-4:30pm
The cost for this workshop is $10, space is limited so please call 445.7327 to register!
Nancy Hunter has been in the substance abuse field for 16 years including several years as a staff counselor with St. Joseph Hospital Family Recover Service, where there was a strong emphasis on family centered approach. Nancy conducts alcohol and other drug education support groups for students in the Eureka City Schools, through a Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities grant funded project.
ITEPP, The Indian Teacher and Educational Personnel Program, has introduced a new Professional Development Program (PDP) in Tribal Health and Human Services targeting counselors, nurses, social workers and others who work in tribal communities. Taught by Dr. Susan C. Cameron.
Spring Semester - 2004
* AIE 435 - Counseling Issues (a 1-week intensive January 12-16, 2004)
*AIE 380 - Working with Tribal Children and Families (a 15-week online course beginning January 20)
Summer Semester - 2004
*AIE 380 - The Abuse/Neglected Child and the Law (a 1-week intensive)
The Cost of each 3-unit course is $390; for registration, please contact Extended Education at 826.3731.
Our courses have been very well received, and we are anxious to keep them going-all it takes is enrollments! Please let your network know about the availability of these courses through HSU's Extended Education Office.
These courses will provide wonderful background for Social Work majors, especially those who will be working in/near tribal communities. For more information, please call Suzanne Burcell at 826.5195.