​CANNABIS 2020:
The Fran Schnadig Conference on Substance Use and Aging

Postponed due to the Covid19 Crisis
Stay Tuned - We hope to reschedule soon
​A presentation in response to the legalization of recreational marijuana Participants will learn about...
  • The effects of cannabis on the brain and body of an older adult
  • Clinical considerations for addressing the potential misuse of cannabis by older adults
  • Issues for seniors living in nursing homes, assisted living, and independent living
Presenters:  Monica Malec, MD, FAAHPM
​                       Nina Henry, LCPC, CADC  

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The Illinois Coalition on Substance Use and Aging invites you and your organization to join us as we work together to help older adults who are at risk for or suffering with substance use problems.  

We have regular meetings in Chicago to network, present, and discuss topical issues, and to plan our annual event. There is opportunity for you to attend meetings, either in person or by teleconference, and to join one of our committees. 
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If you want to help older adults with substance use problems and are interested in and committed to networking and increasing services or extending existing services,  we invite you to join us.

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If you are:  interested in networking and increasing services to older adults.

If you: would like training for your organization on how to help older adults who have substance use problems.

If you are:  a senior services provider, substance abuse treatment provider, mental health treatment provider, senior housing provider, homeless shelter provider, representative of a State of Illinois department serving older adults, or a member of another organization that serves older adults.
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Or, if you just want to make a difference in the lives of older adults who are at risk for or suffer with substance use problems, we invite you to contact us.