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We provide free and innovative professionally facilitated programs for families/caregivers who have a loved one struggling with substance use or addiction. We also advocate for change...
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Recommendations Received (4)
"I’ve known Lerena for many years. She very knowledgeable with drug addiction. helped my wife and..."
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"I’ve known Lerena for many years. She very knowledgeable with drug addiction. helped my wife and I throughout hard time dealing with a drug addiction son."
"Wonderful organization doing great things in the community"
Products & Services
PEP has professionally facilitated Family Recovery Group for those who have a loved one struggling with substance use or addiction. Education, sup...
Professionally managed with learning, listening and support for families and caregivers supporting someone struggling with substance use or addicti...
Professionally managed Family Support line for navigation, education and support; for those who have a loved one in addition.. days/evening/weekend...
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"He is committed to serving Strathcona County residents and has volunteered to share his expertise..."
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"He is committed to serving Strathcona County residents and has volunteered to share his expertise to the Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce numerous times. "
"Thank you James for spreading the news... your content shines .."
Recent Activity
There is a real concern with zoom fatigue right now; strengthening relationships, partnerships and collaboration requires ongoing commitment... It has been beneficial to have the online ability to continue our programs and network and yet we need to be intentional with our own mental health in...
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There is a real concern with zoom fatigue right now; strengthening relationships, partnerships and collaboration requires ongoing commitment... It has been beneficial to have the online ability to continue our programs and network and yet we need to be intentional with our own mental health in the midst of maintaining our relationships and building new partnerships. As PEP is doing virtual meetings, we are recognizing the value of continuing using this platform and yet are also letting our families know that, during the meeting, it is ok to take a "video" break and pause to "regroup" during the time we have together without any judgement (to be mindful of respecting each others space and fatigue) To show each other compassion and understanding within the "virtual" meeting to take breaks just like we would if it was a "in person" meeting..
Parents Empowering Parents (PEP) Society is still operating our free innovative programs to families seeking recovery from having a child (youth or adult) in active substance abuse; staying connected through teleconference meetings on same time and dates as previous (weekly Tuesdays 7 pm and...
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Parents Empowering Parents (PEP) Society is still operating our free innovative programs to families seeking recovery from having a child (youth or adult) in active substance abuse; staying connected through teleconference meetings on same time and dates as previous (weekly Tuesdays 7 pm and bi-weekly Thursday 6:30 pm) details updated on www.pepsociety.ca our support line is always available days/evening/weekends 780.293.0737