The Family Addiction Network will hold its monthly meeting at the West Long Branch Community Center from 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. on April 19. Families and friends can seek support in dealing with addiction in a non-judgmental, compassionate and receptive environment free of charge.
This month’s presenter is Jenna Romano, LCSW, LCADC. Jenna will share how to identify and safely express emotions such as anger, frustration and hurt in a more effective way. She will also cover how to practice self-care and identify personal needs and boundaries. Jenna received her Masters Degree in Social Work from Monmouth University in 2009. She has worked in various settings including in home, office based, correctional facilities and outpatient programs. She encourages and provides therapy to loved ones whose lives have been affected by addiction. Her belief that addiction puts a strain on various aspects of life led her to utilize a holistic perspective in treating addiction.
The challenges and stresses of addiction on the family usually cause the individuals to operate in “crisis mode” to maintain the stability of the family and their loved one’s addiction. Having an outlet, learning self-care, healthy boundaries and education can be very powerful in combatting the stress of secondhand addiction.
For more information regarding The Family Addiction Network or future meetings, visit familyaddictionnetwork.org or visit the Facebook page Family Addiction Network.
