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Substance Abuse Family Training (C.R.A.F.T.)

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Are you worried about your child’s substance abuse? 

Maybe you’ve just caught them a few times. Maybe their use is beginning to concern you. Or maybe the use seems out of control, nothing seems to be working, and you feel helpless and scared.

 

Introducing Community Reinforcement and Family Training (C.R.A.F.T.)

This is a series of free parenting classes. They can help you build confidence and power to actively influence your child, rebuild relationships and communication, and regain your own equilibrium.

 

You will gain skills to: 
  • Confidently influence your child to reduce substance use
  • Improve communication and relationships
  • Improve coping

 

You’ll also benefit from peer support and develop your:

 

  • Understanding of the effects of substances on the developing brain
  • Non-confrontational intervention methods
  • Empowerment skills

 

Schedule

Classes meet every Thursday for nine weeks, October 19-December 21, 2023. Dinner and childcare are provided.

 

  • Dinner: 5:30-6 pm
  • Class: 6-7:30 pm

 

Location
  • Lashley Street Station, 1200 Lashley Street, Longmont

 

If you have questions, please contact Claudia Orona at 303-774-3766 or claudia.orona@longmontcolorado.gov

 

Classes are free, but registration is required. Please register below.