Please join the Thriving Youth Task Force, Silver Hill Hospital and YWCA Parent Awareness for a free screening and panel discussion of “Don’t Wait,” an award-winning film about substance use prevention and early intervention using the power of proactive parenting.
— an announcement from the organizers and Darien Library
The event will take place at 7 p.m., this Wednesday, March 22 at Darien Library. You can register here.
The film from the nonprofit organization Addiction is Real provides insights on why it’s essential for parents to talk to their kids early and often; how to best approach these conversations; and what to do if you spot the signs of drug and alcohol use in your child. This program is intended for elementary, middle and high school parents.
The 52-minute screening will be followed by a discussion with Executive Director Erin Kelley and Vice President Teri Douglas of Addiction is Real, and Pam Greenberg, a mother featured in the film, who will all share their personal experiences with a family member’s addiction.
Attendees will receive a free handbook and will also virtually explore a teen’s bedroom to learn to identify the signs of drug and alcohol use through a “Hidden in Plain View” experience.
