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Norm Bossio Forum


Newtown Parent Connection, Inc. invites all parents and caregivers to attend an UNFORGETTABLE new program

NORM BOSSIO FORUM FACING PARENTING WITH FAITH AND COURAGE An uplifting evening of humor & insight Tuesday, October 8th at 7 p.m. Newtown Middle School – 11 Queen Street – Newtown, CT

This special new forum will inspire, empower, and entertain as Norm presents a special talk designed to help parents cope with the often daunting responsibilities of parenthood in a world wrought with doubt and fear.  He will present strategies that encourage us in our efforts to raise well-adjusted children.

Insight and wisdom come with years of experience.  Norm Bossio has a remarkable way of infusing humor while enlightening and motivating parents and caregivers; helping them deal with the challenges of today’s world.

Norm Bossio has presented tips on putting family first, talking to teens, and staying motivated despite daily obstacles.  Author of How to Stay Motivated on the Deck of the Titanic, he uses humor to describe the loss of control and helplessness that often characterize family life.  Mr. Bossio is credited with inspiring his audiences and providing them with tools to deal with their stress in more productive and effective ways.

Please join fellow community members for this uplifting evening of humor and insight.

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Phone 

203-270-1600

 

Email 

Info@NewtownParentConnection.org

Address
2 Washington Square
Fairfield Hills
Newtown, CT 06470

Mission Statement

The mission of the Newtown Parent Connection is to educate and empower the community in the prevention of substance use and to embrace families in crisis.

Narcotics Anonymous- 1-800-627-3543

Alcoholics Anonymous-866-783-7712

www.ct-aa.org

AL-Anon/Alateen 888-425-2666

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Nicole Hampton

Executive Director

Nicole Hampton, a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, brings years of experience and dedication to addiction recovery. Her journey began with volunteer work at CCAR, leading to a successful career across multiple treatment settings and active involvement in state and local boards.

A woman in recovery, Nicole is a dynamic leader known for fostering collaboration, inspiring change, and implementing effective solutions. Under her leadership, Parent Connection will expand its reach, providing vital support and hope to individuals and families affected by addiction.

Our Board of Directors is a committed body of volunteers who support our mission to keep our community safe and substance free.

Nicole Hampton - Executive Director

Gene Vetrano-President 

Ken Rodbell- Vice President

Frank Crudo- Treasurer

Kevin Carolan -Secretary

Maggie Conway

David Cooper

Kathleen Moonan

Matt Briand

Lil Martensen
Dan Rosenthal

Support Groups

Hope & Support

A weekly gathering for parents and caregivers with children or loved one's affected by substance use.  This group provides a confidential venue to receive information and support concerning how to handle their child's or loved one's suspected or confirmed use of substances. Facilitated by an experienced drug & alcohol counselor.

Meeting Information Here

Bereavement
A compassionate venue for those

who have lost a child or other loved one due to catastrophic circumstances. The group is facilitated by a licensed therapist.
Meeting Information Here


First Wednesday of month
7:00 to 8:30 pm

Dorrie Carolan Founder

Dorrie Carolan and her husband raised their four children in Newtown, CT. Starting the Parent Connection was never part of her plan. The issue of substance use became personal when her eldest son, Brian, became addicted and subsequently died at age 28 of a prescription drug overdose. Through the struggles caused by Brian's addiction, Dorrie became aware that this was an issue that affected many others in the community. She founded the Parent Connection in 1993 in an attempt to network with other concerned Newtown parents. It was the impetus behind many policy changes in town and within the schools.

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