Dear Family Members, Friends and Colleagues,

We would like to take a moment to invite you to participate in our Virtual Cirque Lodge Family Program. Existing research has shown that addicts and alcoholics whose family members have participated in the treatment process have better outcomes and less recidivism than those who did not have family involvement. Ordinarily this program would be an onsite in person experience, but with our ever-expanding steps to respond to COVID-19 we have shifted the program online, wherein you may watch live lectures and participate in group and family counseling sessions.

Our family program typically runs from Tuesday through Friday. Dates for these family weeks are listed below.

2021 Family Program Dates

9/21/21 to 9/24/21
10/12/21 to 10/15/21
11/2/21 to 11/5/21
11/23/21 to 11/26/21
12/14/21 to 12/17/21

Virtual family week will begin with two live and interactive sessions via Zoom which will be facilitated by Primary Counselors.  These sessions are designed to introduce family members to the principles and ideas that will be expounded upon throughout family week programming.  Please reserve Tuesday morning from 10:00am to 12:30pm (Mountain Time) for this opportunity. (Zoom links provided below)

For the remainder of our family week lectures, we have provided links for previously recorded live streamed meetings and workshops available through a private YouTube channel.  You may watch these at your own convenience by clicking the links below.  Please view the Disease Concept lecture first. Speak to your loved one’s counselor about how to prioritize the other lectures. As you watch, please keep notes on any questions that you may have and email them to [email protected]  We will have a live and interactive Q&A with these questions on Friday morning at 10:00am (Mountain Time).  (Zoom link provided below)

Family members will also be able to participate in the individual and group therapy sessions via Zoom.  Your loved one’s counselor will send links for the Zoom sessions or private family work and the family process group work. For group sessions, please contact your loved one’s counselor to identify when your family will process with the group.

Program Schedule (All Times Are Mountain Time)

Insurance plans are often complicated, and it can be unclear what aspects of addiction treatment it covers. Our knowledgeable staff is available to help you understand what your plan covers, and you can call us for support at any time at 1-800-582-0709.

You can also speak directly to your insurance company or a human resources representative from your workplace. Because every plan is different, they are best placed to tell you the details of your specific plan.

Here are the most important points to clarify:

Lecture Links

Benefits of Meditation with Beverly Roesch / Day in the Life of a Resident with Brian Tease

Beverly Roesch our Clinical Director explains some of the benefits of meditation and leads a brief meditation. Brian Tease, a Counselor at the Lodge, talks about the daily schedule that our Residents typically follow.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_Aiei3HVls&feature=youtu.be

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Meet Dave Beck / Welcome to Family Week

Meet Dave Beck, Experiential Director, as he shares a couple life experiences and welcomes you to Family Week.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9kFlsrzxvM&feature=youtu.be

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LeeAnn Nay / Family Support Systems

LeeAnn Nay, a Counselor at the studio, talks about understanding the need for our own recovery as family members and loved ones.

PART 1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lY4jcgqTvqA&feature=youtu.be

PART 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoHTIcYwEBQ&feature=youtu.be

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Dr. Ryan Watkins, Medical Director / Disease Concept

Dr. Ryan Watkins, Medical Director answers the question, is addiction really a disease?

PART 1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEy6Fr8NCFs&feature=youtu.be

PART 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loE5VFunPZA&feature=youtu.be

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Gary Fisher, Executive Director / Meet Gary Fisher

Gary fisher is our Executive Director and shares some helpful insights for your family.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRZcj-UNsAw&feature=youtu.be

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Aaron Olson / Family Systems

Aaron Olson is our Clinical Coordinator and a Counselor at the Lodge. This is his lecture on Family Systems.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A52MVP6Qezs&feature=youtu.be

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Brian Tease / 12-Steps

Brian Tease a Counselor at the Lodge talks about the 12-Steps.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMKmuIwKckI&feature=youtu.be

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Chris Rueckert / Continuing Care

Chris Rueckert, Continuing Care Specialist, talks about the need for aftercare.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsGFWXQaVUg&feature=youtu.be

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Keith Fierman / Family Support

Keith Fierman is our Family Support Specialist. Here he shares how you can be of help to your loved one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQt7EUbCt9s&feature=youtu.be

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Francine Miller / Healing the Family

Francine Miller is a Therapist at the Lodge and shares information about healing the family.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Hb8wZ4vtEg&feature=youtu.be

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Meghan Funderburk / Alumni Coordinator

Meghan Funderburk, Alumni Coordinator, talks about what services are available for alumni.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaDKckRiGzk&feature=youtu.be

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Dave Beck / Big Book

Dave Beck, Experiential Director, talks about the Big Book and answer some questions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujVbe4iLDVg&feature=youtu.be