2017 NB Recovery Conference, "Your Story Isn't Over"

Free

Saturday, September 16^th, 2017

1 PM – 5 PM

Auxiliary Theatre

Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital

Fredericton, New Brunswick

This free conference is completely open to the public. Whether you are struggling emotionally, getting through a mental illness or addiction, a family or friend of someone who is, a professional, an employer, or just interested in the topics you are welcome.

Every speaker has personal experience with their topic.  They are not speaking as professional experts but rather sharing their wisdom gained by actually getting through. Each presenter will speak and then the topic will be open to the floor for discussion and comment. 
 
Topics & Schedule
 
12:00 PM                        
Open for Registration
 
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM       
Rebuilding From Zero: Simplifying Routines When Unwell
Heather Duffet-Weeks, Social Worker
Feeling overwhelmed and guilty over tasks undone? Learn how to focus on what’s important: real recovery.
 
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM       
Bouncing from one addiction to another
Jed Palmater, Computer Programmer     
You’re getting through an addiction to one substance but then gained another. One man's journey.
 
2:45 – 3:15                   
Break w/ Refreshments and Snacks Provided by the Fredericton Suicide Prevention Committee
 
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM       
Family Ties: Your worries, your child, and healing

Faith McFarland, Community Action Group on Homelessness Coordinator

Your child is suddenly ill and you now must confront a broken system, scary labels, fears, and extreme stress. What’s a parent to do?
 
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM       
The Pain of Loneliness: When people or groups make you anxious
Jonah Emery, Certified Peer Support Specialist
There is no pain deeper than the feeling of loneliness. This presentation is a journey from yearning to be the "life of the party" to embracing your uniqueness.
 
Close by 5 PM