Recovery & The Arts: "Ben Is Back" Film Screening & Discussion

Piloton: Your Portal to Wellness

Join in a special screening of BEN IS BACK followed by a community panel discussion with therapists, loved ones, and persons in recovery

The ShowRoom Cinema - Asbury Park

In BEN IS BACK, nineteen-year-old Ben Burns (LUCAS HEDGES) unexpectedly returns to his family&#x27;s suburban home on Christmas Eve. Ben&#x27;s mom (JULIA ROBERTS) is relieved and welcoming but wary of her son&#x27;s drug addiction. Over a turbulent 24 hours, new truths are revealed, and a mother&#x27;s undying love gets put to the test as she does everything in her power to help her son abstain from drugs.The story and the lead performances have earned high-praise for their realistic depictions of the family dynamics of early recovery.This screening and discussion focuses on the crucial recovery issues raised in the film. You&#x27;re invited to listen and participate in an insightful conversation about real life challenges and decisions faced by those dealing with a loved one&#x27;s addiction. Join your host, Jess Adams, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, and founder of PILOTON: Your Portal to Wellness, in conversation with area recovery community panelists to learn more about what&#x27;s at stake, what works (and what doesn&#x27;t), what are the boundaries, and what are some effective communication strategies for reaction and response.Your $5.00 ticket includes one small popcorn or one drink at the concession stand.DOORS OPEN at 6:00pm | PRE-SHOW MEET &amp; GREET begins at 6:15pmFEATURED PANELISTS<ul><li>Frank Greenagel, MPAP, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ICADC, CASAC, ACSW, CJC, CCS — Adjunct professor at the Rutgers School of Social Work and an instructor at the Center of Alcohol Studies, Frank specializes in the areas of addiction &amp; recovery, education, criminal justice, and the military.</li><li>Susan Evans, CPRS — Family Liaison and Women&#x27;s Recovery Coach at CFC Recovery</li></ul>COMMUNITY PARTNERS<ul><li>BlueCrest Recovery Center</li><li>CFC Recovery</li><li>SOBA New Jersey</li><li>Open Circle</li></ul>A Community Information Table will be available in the lobby. Representatives from Al-Anon, Naranon, and Smart Recovery will also be on hand.Visit <a href="https://www.piloton.com/events" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.piloton.com/events</a> for more information.

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