Rosecrance: Growing up Farley: A Story of Addiction, Love, and Forgiveness. Speaker: Tom Farley, CARC, Community Relations Coordinator, Rosecrance of Wisconsin
Rosecrance Moreland Champaign, IL
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In this talk, Tom chronicles his life long journey with his brother, the late actor Chris Farley. Touching on lessons learned from Chris and his struggles with addiction, Tom begins by speaking about his brothers addiction and the affects it had on his family, and specifically, himself. He talks about how we all play roles as first responders to our friends and loved ones suffering addiction and mental health concerns. Tom discusses his own journey in recovery and his work as an advocate for those with substance use disorders. He relates stories about the pandemic and touches on how it has affected so many substance use disorder survivors and beyond; focused on how we can find healing and connection in the midst of fear and tragedy. Using humor, the family gift, Tom approaches these difficult topics with compassion, generosity, and aplomb. Not to be missed. Tom Farley is the New York Times bestselling author of, The Chris Farley Show, a Biography in Three Acts.
Ubicación
Rosecrance Moreland (Ver)
2302 Moreland Blvd
Champaign, IL 61822
United States
