CFC #12020
Venmo @NacoaVoice4Children
CFC #12020
Venmo @NacoaVoice4Children
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.
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.
Trainings Available:
November 2025 Training SOLD OUT
January 2026 Training
Tuesday, January 27: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm ET, includes a break 1:30 – 2:30 pm ET,
Wednesday, January 28: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm ET, includes a break 1:30 – 2:30 pm ET
Thursday, January 29: 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.
On the Rise: A National Youth Deflection Initiative will host a full-day workshop on youth deflection on Tuesday, December 2 in conjunction with the 2025 PTACC Summit in New Orleans. The workshop will highlight the fundamentals of youth deflection and its benefits to law enforcement, youth, and the community at large. National experts also will provide an overview of the cost savings and effectiveness of these programs.
Topics include:
• Rationale for and Effectiveness of Juvenile Pre-arrest Deflection
• Fundamentals: Understanding, Implementing, and Enhancing Youth Pre-arrest Deflection Programs
• Implementation: Youth Pre-arrest Models & Approaches
• Understanding the Need for and Impact of a Comprehensive Risk/Needs Assessment
• Holding Youth Accountable Utilizing Restorative Justice Principles
• Linking Youth to Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder, and other Service Needs
• Results: What Research Shows about the Effectiveness of Juvenile Pre-arrest Deflection
If you have questions contact PTACC Summit Chair, Peria Duncan Peria.
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.
Tuition: $60 for the first 60 registrants; $75 until capacity is reached
Proceeds will benefit National Association for Children of Addiction
This Michigan professional development event brings together clinicians, educators & behavioral health experts for an interactive, insightful day.
