NACoA provides its expertise at a variety of events both online and in-person. Designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of program group leaders, educators, faith leaders, behavioral health professionals, or any caring adult interested in helping children, families, and communities impacted by parental addiction.
Offerings include conference keynote and workshop presentations, webinars, on-site training, and certifications that have been created for educators, faith and lay leaders, community leaders, behavioral health workers, or to help raise awareness in communities about the intergenerational trauma affecting these families and how to bring hope and healing to them. Contact NACoA if you are interested in arranging an event for your organization, contingency, or community.
Join NACoA in Brick by Brick: Building Hope—a campaign to raise awareness and support for children impacted by parental substance use. We invite you and/or your team to step up for a powerful cause that affects millions of children and families across the country. Currently over 19 million children are affected by one parent with a substance use disorder. Together, we can show kids and teens that we see them and we hear them, and let them know they are not alone!
Whether Individually or in a Group – take part in the fun starting July 20th!
Are you welcoming new facilitators to your Celebrating Families! program? Looking to grow your team as more families engage in your services? Or are you preparing to relaunch your program after a pause during the pandemic? This training is designed for you!
This is a unique opportunity for organizations to strengthen their teams by enrolling individual facilitators—no need to contract an entire training. Participants will join a national cohort in an engaging, online training experience.
Training Objectives:
• Explore the unique, evidence-based approach of Celebrating Families!
Learn how this family-centered program addresses the needs of children and caregivers impacted by substance use disorders.
• Build confidence in using the Celebrating Families! curriculum.
Gain hands-on experience with session materials and facilitation strategies.
• Learn how to lead multi-generational educational support groups.
Develop skills for engaging participants across age groups, from children to adults.
• Experience key program activities from the participant perspective.
Deepen your understanding of the program’s impact through interactive exercises.
CEUs through NAADAC will be awarded upon completion.
Schedule:
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 10:00 am – 6:00 pm ET, includes a break 1:30 – 2:30 pm ET
Thursday, July 31, 2025 10:00 am – 6:00 pm ET, includes a break 1:30 – 2:30 pm ET
Friday, August 1, 2025 10:00 am – 2:00 pm ET
Cost per person: $875. Price does not include curriculum, which will be needed throughout the training.
Contact Director of Programs Mary Beth Collins with any questions.
These 30-minute sessions are designed for sites providing Celebrating Families! to network and meet with NACoA leadership. There will be opportunities to learn about program updates and participate in supportive discussions to troubleshoot concerns. Success stories are also welcome! We look forward to having you join us!
These sessions are intended for organizations/agencies already providing Celebrating Families! To Learn more about this whole-family recovery program, visit the website or contact NACoA.
Supporting Families Impacted by Substance Use Disorders
NACoA’s Stacee Read MSW, LSW, Director of Innovation
May 6, 2025
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Join NACoA for this Monthly ACOA Education and Discussion Group: Recovery – What Does It Mean to You? This monthly meeting is ideally suited for adults who have been impacted by addiction during their childhood and are looking for education and support through an online facilitated group. Each meeting will feature an expert presenting on important topics facing adults nurturing their own resilience, followed by an opportunity for attendees to speak freely. Meetings are held at 6 pm ET, the second Thursday each month. Learn More and to view past presentations>>
Mary Kennedy, LCSW
Psychotherapist & Director,
The Addictions Institute San Francisco
Jeff Jay, BS, CADC, CIP
Addiction Interventionist & Counselor
Bruce Goldberg LMSW, ACSW, CAADC, SAP
President & co-owner of River’s Bend PC
