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Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is open to all kinship carers living in England whose families have been affected by drug and/or alcohol misuse, or who want to learn where to get support around this topic.
What will be covered?
The workshop covers alcohol and substance misuse and abuse, as well as what the impact of this behaviour can be, and how to support the child/ren you’re caring for who might be affected.
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
- understand how drug and alcohol misuse directly and indirectly impacts family life and child wellbeing
- identify potential safeguarding risks of drug and alcohol users to children, and how to keep them (and other family members) safe
- consider practical strategies to employ when encountering drug and alcohol misuse and related issues like neglect, contact issues
- understand child experiences, including the impact of parental substance misuse
- find and explore further information and support
After the workshop you will receive information and the presentation slides by email, along with a feedback survey.
How to join the workshop
All workshops will be held online using a free platform called Zoom. Please note that numbers are limited for each session to around 20-25 people to allow you to meet other kinship carers.
You can access Zoom through a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or even your phone.
You may need to download Zoom before you join – please factor in time to do that. The best experience will be through a computer or laptop. Watch a video on how to join a Zoom meeting.
To join the workshop, click on the Zoom link in the email we sent you.
Please make sure you:
- join on time – late joiners might not be admitted after 15 minutes
- have a pen/pencil and paper to make notes
What happens if you need to cancel your place?
We understand that life gets in the way sometimes, so if you need to cancel your place please do try and let us know as soon as possible.
You’ll be able to do this through:
- the email confirmation you received when you first booked
- or by emailing us on: workshops@kinship.org.uk
Who runs this workshop?
The workshop is run by Adfam, England’s leading families and addiction charity. They support millions of children, parents, friends, partners, siblings and grandparents, affected by someone else’s drinking, drug use or gambling addiction. They want family members affected by substance use or gambling to be heard, valued and have access to support.
About Lauren Booker
Lauren has over 20 years’ experience of working with adults and young people affected by their own (or someone else’s) substance use. She has a BHSc in Addiction Studies and an MSc in Health and Wellbeing. An experienced counsellor, coach and addictions therapist, she is also a passionate advocate for families affected by addiction, working to reduce stigma and improve access to treatment and support. Lauren delivers training and consultancy services throughout the UK on a wide range of related topics. She is the author of Try Dry, The Official Guide to a Month off Booze – the book that accompanies Dry January.
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