Become part of a growing community of recovery allies across campus. Our next session for Staff and Faculty is March 16th. We have a great group registered already, and would love to have you join us.
When you complete the training session, our hope is that you will be able to confidently support individuals navigating substance misuse or substance use disorders by:
- Understanding the complex nature of addiction as a disease and that substance use disorders often cannot be resolved by the individual simply choosing to stop.
- Confronting myths and stigma regarding addiction and recovery and how its negative impact deters individuals from seeking support
- Using empathetic language when a person chooses to honor you by disclosing that they are struggling with substance use.
- Being available to effectively listen and use tactful communication techniques to respond to those who express the need for support.
- Defining and understanding that recovery is a life-time journey with multiple pathways to achieving wellness in recovery.
- Knowing available recovery support resources that are on and off campus and how to access them.
The session is held from 2:30-4:30 in Wilson Hall Room 112. You can register for this, or any of our sessions by going to https://urc.uconn.edu/recovery-ally-training/. Walk-ins Welcome! Bring a friend and receive a small gift of appreciation.
For more information, contact: Sandy Valentine at sandy.valentine@uconn.edu