Understanding Addictions

Do you know someone who is struggling with addictions? Addictions are not just about drugs, alcohol, or gambling; you can actually be addicted to anything. Some of us feel compelled to overeat, while others have the urge to binge-watch TV, shop, or spend countless hours on social media. 

In this three-hour course on addiction, you will learn more about dependency and habits, how they impact our lives, and how to help someone with an addiction.

Who Can Attend?

Anyone over the age of 18 who is impacted by someone living with addiction. 

What you will learn?

You will better understand:

By the end of the course, you will feel more comfortable:

When and where is it offered?

• The class is available as a group workshop or a private class.
• The group class is offered several times per year. Scroll down for upcoming dates.
• You can attend this class online or in person at our office at 9912-106 Street, Edmonton.
• In our group workshops, you will have many opportunities to ask questions, learn about yourself and your family, hear others’ experiences, and practice new skills. Many people who attend our workshops say they feel better after attending because they realize that they are not alone.
• In a private class, you will receive the same amount of information as our group workshops, condensed into 3 hours with the facilitator. These are ideal for individuals or couples who want to get started sooner than the next group workshop, can’t attend the group workshops due to work schedules or other personal commitments, or simply prefer a more private setting.

How much does it cost?

Group workshop: $75 per person.

Private session: $325

We are dedicated to supporting families of all income levels. We offer a subsidy for attending the group workshop for this class, thanks to funding from the City of Edmonton Family and Community Support Services.

If needed, you can apply for a subsidy by selecting one of the subsidy options in the registration form.

Please note, these subsidies are available for individuals registering themselves for a class. If you are an organization looking to register your client, please pay the full fee or get in touch to discuss funding options. If you'd like to donate to The Family Centre in lieu of paying for the class, you can do so here. All donations go right back into covering the next person who cannot afford the full fee. Please add “Education Services” to the message field.