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FREE CONTEMPLATING RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP SATURDAY, NOV. 3rd At BALANCE, we know deciding to seek treatment is not an easy decision. Discuss your concerns in a free supportive group led by BALANCE Founder Melainie Rogers, MS, RDN, CDN, CEDRD. The group provides a supportive forum within which members can explore issues including ambivalence about engaging in treatment, recovery, resources and treatment options and knowing when and how to take the next steps towards making change. The group is open to individuals seeking help and to family and loved ones. WHERE: BALANCE eating disorder treatment center in NYC located at 112 West 27th Street 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001 WHEN: Saturday, November 3rd, 2018 from 9:30am - 10:30am. RSVP: Please confirm your attendance by replying to this email or filling out the form located here LEARN MORE  ‌  ‌  ‌  ‌

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Dear Joseph, With more than 7 million young people in need of treatment, the demand for our free resources grows more urgent each day. Help us ensure families have access to tools and guidance to help their loved one by joining me at our annual Winter Wish Gala, the Partnership’s most critical fundraiser of the year. We know there is no stronger advocate for a child struggling with substances than their parent or caregiver, and when we equip families with science-based support, it can lead to better outcomes. Join us on December 4 to hear directly from the families we serve and learn more about how our programs, like our free Helpline Support Services and one-on-one Parent Coaching, are addressing the opioid epidemic and ensuring families thrive. We are thrilled to honor Corporate Citizens Google, Hearst and Jazz Pharmaceuticals, as well as Patrick J. Kennedy, who will receive the James E. Burke award. Special thanks to our current sponsors for their generosity. Our work is truly not possible unless we're all invested in solutions. Make an impact today by purchasing your tickets, table sponsorships, journal adsor making a generous donation. Every dollar raised helps us create new resources and expand access to our life-saving support services. Help us connect with even more families to get their child the help they need. Donate Today Warm Regards, Fred Muench, Ph.D. President and CEO, Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

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