CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg and the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) program, is designed to help people supporting a loved one struggling with substance use or mental illness. The aim of the program is to provide education, empowerment, and hope by developing positive ways of interacting with loved ones who are struggling.
CRAFT is a skills-based program that teaches family members practical strategies to motivate change both in themselves and their loved ones. CRAFT is free to all participants thanks to the United Way and Government of Manitoba.
Program Goals:
- Improve the quality of life and take care of yourself
- Help your loved one discover and adopt a pleasurable and healthy lifestyle
- To be prepared when interacting with your loved one
Specific skills for learning include:
- Understanding a loved one’s triggers
- Positive communication strategies
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Problem solving
- Self-care
- Precautions against violence and creating a safety plan
- Getting a loved one to accept help
Date: Saturday, April 15, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Facilitator: Michael Kurek
Location: Huddle Broadway (533 Broadway Ave.)
