A network of Canadian mothers and families whose loved ones have died due to substance use, or hope for recovery, envision a new approach based on reducing harm, where people who use drugs are treated with respect, compassion and support
Land-based service delivery models can enhance hope, belonging, meaning, purpose
February 13th, 2018 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on Land-based service delivery models can enhance hope, belonging, meaning, purpose)
The Thunderbird Partnership Foundation is educating Canadians about the importance of land-based service delivery models and the First Nations Mental Wellness Continuum in providing mental health services–and preparing for and responding to crises–in First Nations
12 step recovery programs can help some, but not all, recover from addictions
January 22nd, 2018 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on 12 step recovery programs can help some, but not all, recover from addictions)
Although the 12-step approach to recovery from alcoholism and addiction can be beneficial for some people, not everyone is comfortable with some of the more spiritual aspects of the programs
Mike Pond on harm reduction in the treatment of alcohol addiction
January 22nd, 2018 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on Mike Pond on harm reduction in the treatment of alcohol addiction)
Thirty years of professional practice, combined with his own life-threatening battle with alcohol, convinced Michael Pond that harm reduction, “any positive change,” offers clients the best chance at beating addictions
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence begins November 25th
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The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign begins on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women November 25th and ends on International Human Rights Day December 10th
Award-winning filmmaker brings compelling harm reduction stories to Nanaimo
September 29th, 2017 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on Award-winning filmmaker brings compelling harm reduction stories to Nanaimo)
Harm reduction remains unknown to most North Americans, despite affecting millions. Like the film’s subjects, its non-judgmental approach to health care has often been ignored, or hidden in plain sight
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