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Delegation Leader: Patricia Greer, BS, LCDC
President, NAADAC, The Association for Addiction
Professionals
Program Dates: October 17- 26, 2008
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Friday, Day 1: New York to St. Petersburg
Depart to St. Petersburg, Russia.
Saturday, Day 2: St. Petersburg
Program briefing: Discuss the political and cultural
diversity of Russia and receive further information
on the delegation
Sunday, Day 3: St. Petersburg
Visit Peterhof, the world-famous palace,
fountain and park ensemble, and an outstanding
landmark of Russian artistic culture of the 18th and
19th centuries.
Marvel at the frescos and mosaics inside the
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood.
Monday, Day 4: St. Petersburg
Professional program focusing on:
- Recommended length of stay for treatment
- Elements of a successful treatment program
- Use of pharmaceuticals in treating cravings and
withdrawal
- Importance of prevention
Venture through Pavlovsk, one of the most
prominent historical imperial estates in St.
Petersburg.
Explore the Peter and Paul Fortress and the adjacent
cathedral, as well as a visit to St. Isaac’s
Cathedral.
Take in a cultural performance later today.
Tuesday, Day 5: St. Petersburg
Professional program focusing on:
- America’s recovery movement, Recovery Month
and efforts to eradicate stigma
- The use of radio programming in the
networking of professionals and the recovering
community
- Hallmark’s and HBO’s efforts to open the
eyes of our country to the nature and
progression to disease and addiction.
- Alternative treatment approaches
Guest program:
Walk around Catherine’s Palace in
Tsarskoe Selo, the former summer residence of
the Russian imperial family.
Experience the Hermitage Museum. The
museum was founded by Catherine II as a home for
her art collection and a retreat connected to
her private apartments, the Winter Palace.
POLAND Situated in
the heart of Europe, Poland has long been both a
bridge and a front line between eastern and
western Europe. Today’s Poland has successfully
transitioned from nearly 40 years of Soviet
occupation ending in the early 1990s into a
capitalist democracy. Consequently, the country
has transformed its economy into one of the most
robust in Central Europe. Poland is a
multifaceted country where medieval towns
co-exist with modern high-tech buildings.
Wednesday, Day 6: St. Petersburg to Warsaw
Depart for Warsaw, Poland.
Thursday, Day 7: Warsaw
Professional program focusing on:
- Spirituality in recovery
- Addressing the needs of women with
children who are addicted
- Treatment for the incarcerated
Guest program:
Receive a guided orientation of Warsaw’s
local flea markets to get a sense of
everyday life in Poland.
Friday, Day 8: Warsaw
Professional program focusing on:
- Education of the professional health
community
- The role of 12 step recovery and
self help programs
- Use of the internet for continuing
education opportunities
Guest program:
Spend time in the Wilanów Palace,
which serves as a branch of the National
Museum.
Saturday, Day 9: Warsaw
Discover the beauty of Warsaw during
visits to Old Town and Castle
Square, the house of Madame Curie,
St. John Cathedral and Market
Square.
Visit the Ghetto Memorial, the
Royal Lazienki Park, the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier, Chopin’s
Monument, and Belvedere Palace.
Share your memories and experiences with
other delegates during your last dinner
in Poland.
Sunday, Day 10: Warsaw to New York
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Optional Extension to
Auschwitz
and Krakow
Please inquire for further information upon
registration
We work diligently to ensure that
the activities described here are available on your
program. In rare cases, scheduling conflicts,
delays, weather or circumstances beyond our control
may result in program changes. If substitution is
required, we make every effort to feature comparable
events to retain the content and quality of the
program.
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