PennCares Support Service Presents

Caring for the Caregiver: Let's Battle Addiction 

Tues, October 28, 2025 from 9:30am - 11:30am 

Live Webinar

Course Objectives

- Explain how addiction develops in the brain and identify common substances and behaviors associated with addiction.

- Identify available treatment and recovery options, including professional supports, support groups, and holistic resources.

- Recognize the stages and signs of addiction and describe how substance use impacts both the individual and their family.

- Apply communication strategies, including active listening and person-first language, to effectively engage with a loved one experiencing addiction.

- Differentiate between supportive and enabling behaviors and identify practical steps to establish healthy boundaries.

- Implement coping strategies and self-care practices to reduce stress, promote resilience, and maintain caregiver well-being.

- Demonstrate stress-relieving practices (e.g., mindfulness, guided imagery, relaxation techniques) that can be incorporated into daily routines

Presenter: Charles Chappell

CEU offered: 2

Fees: Training is Free but CEU certificate is an additional cost

To register for training visit https://penncares.org/event/caring-for-the-caregiver-lets-battle-addiction-pittsburgh-october-28/

Disclaimer: 

Please note these credits are accepted for PA State license only:
NASW has been designated as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapist and professional counselors by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapist and Professional Counselors, call your state licensing  board to verify CEU's