Be a Part of the Conversation

Be a Part of the Conversation We provide community programs, foster supportive connections, highlight lived experiences, and challenge stigma.

Be a Part of the Conversation is a nonprofit organization that addresses substance use, misuse and addiction by building a culture of awareness and support for individuals, families, and other communities in the Greater Philadelphia area. http://conversation.zone
Be a Part of the Conversation equips families and communities in Pennsylvania with skills and resources to understand substance use, addiction, and related health issues.

🌸 Thank you, Judith Ginsberg, for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸Her generosity helps us continue providing education, c...
03/19/2026

🌸 Thank you, Judith Ginsberg, for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸
Her generosity helps us continue providing education, connection, and support to families impacted by substance use.

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of Hope and Healing. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and tickets at https://conversation.zone/brunch/.

Families are often expected to “do their own recovery,” without ever being taught how.This powerful piece explores why f...
03/18/2026

Families are often expected to “do their own recovery,” without ever being taught how.

This powerful piece explores why family education isn’t optional in addiction recovery, it's essential. When families understand the why behind substance use, everything changes: less blame, more clarity, and a real path forward.
If you’ve ever felt like you were “doing it wrong,” you’re not alone, and you’re not the problem.

Read more: https://conversation.zone/2026/03/11/family-education-central-recovery/ Written by Mallory Henry, Director of Family Education at Caron Treatment Centers.

🌸 Thank you, Delphi Wealth Management, for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸Their generosity helps us continue providing e...
03/17/2026

🌸 Thank you, Delphi Wealth Management, for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸

Their generosity helps us continue providing education, connection, and support to families impacted by substance use.

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of Hope and Healing. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and tickets at https://conversation.zone/brunch/

Delaware - we've been where you are! Our Parent Partnership meetings are weekly support groups led by volunteers who ha...
03/16/2026

Delaware - we've been where you are! Our Parent Partnership meetings are weekly support groups led by volunteers who have been impacted by their loved one's addiction to drugs or alcohol. Our family members with addiction and related behavioral health challenges range in age from teens to mature adults. Some of our loved ones are in recovery, while others are currently struggling.

Our newest Parent Partnership meetings will begin on Tuesday, March 24th at 6:30 PM, at the Long Neck Methodist Church in Millsboro, DE. Come once, once in a while, or as often as you like. There is no charge to attend.

For more information, visit https://conversation.zone/partnership/

03/16/2026

Watch our Founder & Executive Director, Kim Porter, in “Conversation Closeup,” a short series highlighting our work and community.

This episode is with Bob Lamb our Director of Programs & Partnerships.

At Conversation, we believe talking about substance use is a key factor in healing. Learn more about our services, including our 22 Parent Partnership meetings, ongoing Family Recovery Courses, and so much more, by visiting https://conversation.zone/.

For those who want to support our work, you can become a founding member of the Conversation Circle at https://conversation.zone/membership/.

Anyone emotionally invested in a person with a Substance Use Disorder (addiction) is at risk of experiencing trauma. Par...
03/16/2026

Anyone emotionally invested in a person with a Substance Use Disorder (addiction) is at risk of experiencing trauma. Parents, in particular, may have lost sight of their own wellbeing in an effort to coax or manage the recovery of their child. The stress of seeing someone you love live with the pain of addiction can be devastating. Emotions including grief, rage, depression, shame and fear can take their toll on family members’ health and relationships.

We will explore opportunities for family members to heal, embrace healthy
changes, and sustain recovery for themselves. Funded by Center for Families and in partnership with Root to Branch, this program is in-person with no cost to attend. Register at https://conversation.zone/event/healing/.

🌸 Thank you, Banyan Treatment Centers for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸Their generosity helps us continue providing e...
03/15/2026

🌸 Thank you, Banyan Treatment Centers for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸

Their generosity helps us continue providing education, connection, and support to families impacted by substance use.

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of Hope and Healing. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and tickets at https://conversation.zone/brunch/

🌸 Thank you, Danny's House, for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸Their generosity helps us continue providing education, c...
03/14/2026

🌸 Thank you, Danny's House, for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸

Their generosity helps us continue providing education, connection, and support to families impacted by substance use.

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of Hope and Healing. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and tickets at https://conversation.zone/brunch/

Gambling disorders are surfacing at an unprecedented rate. Online sports betting is legal in 31 states and online casino...
03/12/2026

Gambling disorders are surfacing at an unprecedented rate. Online sports betting is legal in 31 states and online casinos are available in seven states, including PA, NJ and DE. We have 24/7 access at our fingertips, so increased frequency of play and easier entry points are fueling gambling addiction, as well as opening the door to adolescent gambling. What was once limited to casinos is now available anytime, anywhere.
We’ll explore prevention, early intervention, and effective treatment strategies.

Thanks to Chester County Health Department, Drug & Alcohol Services for funding this program.

Register to attend this FREE ONLINE, Tuesday, March 24 at 7 PM session at https://conversation.zone/event/gambling/

🌸 Thank you, Windmill Foundation, for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸Their generosity helps us continue providing educat...
03/12/2026

🌸 Thank you, Windmill Foundation, for sponsoring our Spring Brunch! 🌸

Their generosity helps us continue providing education, connection, and support to families impacted by substance use.

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of Hope and Healing. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and tickets at https://conversation.zone/brunch/

Join us TONIGHT for this great presentation on Anxiety and Instant Gratification!It’s human nature for young people to s...
03/11/2026

Join us TONIGHT for this great presentation on Anxiety and Instant Gratification!

It’s human nature for young people to seek opportunities to escape life’s stressors and feelings of anxiety. Social pressures, poor sleep patterns, and the onslaught of technology have contributed to a very challenging time for adolescents and young adults. Given the increased use of medical ma*****na, we all need to expand our understanding of cannabis and ask important questions about what works best for anxious or stressed out kids.

Just as adults may be drinking more to cope with these stressful times, adolescents may be using more ni****ne and THC products. We’ll discuss healthy and effective ways kids can manage stress and anxiety – today and for a lifetime.
Guest Presenter is Patrick Dowling, LPC, who is an advanced addiction counselor.

Special thanks to Great Valley School District for partnering with us on this important presentation.

Visit https://convozone.gvsd3 to register for this FREE program.

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