On Wednesday, February 8 from 7-8.30pm at the New Canaan Town Hall, there will be a meeting to discuss practical strategies for kids and parents to combat the rise in underage drinking, pot smoking and prescription drug abuse. The event is sponsored by New Canaan League of Women Voters and New Canaan Health and Human Services.
- Real-world tips and strategies
- Practical tools for families
- What to say, how and when to say it
- Instead of this, say that
- Role plays show different situations
Moderated by Carrie Bernier, Executive Director of the Community Fund of Darien. Guest speaker Dr. Frank Bartolomeo, Director of Behavioral Health Services at the Southfield Center for Development will speak about peer pressure and describe fundamental steps to building strong self-esteem. Dr. Jamie Murray, a pediatrician and Masters candidate at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, will talk about parental behavior and the importance of strong, positive adult role models. Tracy Masella LCSW, Silver Hill Hospital’s program manager for the Adolescent Transitional Living Program, will discuss how to effectively set boundaries that work for your family’s situation. And Certified Recovery Life Coach Kathy Brown, will illustrate practical strategies for building resilience by enacting real-world role plays.
The forum will conclude with time for audience Q&A. All adults and teens are welcome. Supporting partners are Silver Hill Hospital, Communities 4 Action, Recovery Coaching.