Events
We are excited to offer ways for you to participate and reflect on our commitment to normalize treatment and de-stigmatize substance use disorders. Take a look at how you can get involved, and be sure to check back as we add additional events and information.
Words Matter Pledge
Anytime
Only 1 in 10 people with a substance use disorder (SUD) receives treatment. Stigma is a key barrier. Using language that puts the person first reduces stigma by helping people with SUD get the treatment they need and promotes patient-centered care from the healthcare team. The Grayken Center for Addiction created the Words Matter Pledge as a call to action and a commitment to helping us create a stigma-free community. Take the pledge at BMC's Recovery Day on September 7th and throughout the month of September!
Recovery Month: Messages of Hope: Building Strength Together
Tuesday, September 3 through September 30
Stop by the Crosstown lobby this September and add your voice to our Recovery Month celebration! Write an inspirational message or thought on a purple post-it and stick it on our *Encouragement and Strength* banner. Or choose a purple tag to share a message and hang it on our cardboard tree of hope. This table will be available all month long, offering a place to share support and find connection. You'll also find flyers with resources available across the BMC campus, as well as educational materials to learn more about addiction. Join us in spreading positivity and strength!
Sweet Recovery Creations: Cookie & Cupcake Decorating Celebration
Wednesday, September 4th, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Crosstown Center, Floor 2 (Room 2128)
Celebrate the journey of recovery with a fun-filled afternoon of cookie and cupcake decorating. This joyful occasion is open to all patients and staff!
Cookie and Cupcake Decorating: Show off your decorating skills and compete in our cookie decorating contest for a chance to win a $10 Dunkin' Donuts gift card!
Music: Enjoy the tunes while you decorate and mingle.
Photobooth: Capture memories with friends and colleagues in our fun photobooth.
Recovery Month Talk Series: Med Moth: A Unique Storytelling Event
Friday, September 6, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Crosstown Center, Floor 2 (Room 2128) (Zoom option available)
https://bostonmedicalcenter.zoom.us/j/5409118963?omn=97684326434
Inspired by NPR's "The Moth," Med Moth brings a narrative medicine twist to storytelling. Join us as healthcare providers share five-minute stories from their clinical experiences, fostering empathy, community, and professional growth. Each event concludes with a group discussion, offering a safe space to explore different perspectives and connect through shared vulnerabilities. Don’t miss this chance to engage in meaningful conversations and see medicine through a new lens!
Celebrate Recovery Through Art: Join Us at the Grove Hall Public Library!
Tuesday, September 10th through September 30th
Grove Hall Library (41 Geneva Ave, Dorchester, MA 02121)
Step into a world where creativity meets recovery. The Recovery Month Art Show is on view from September 10th to 30th, featuring powerful artwork that embodies the journey of healing and resilience. Don’t miss the opening reception on September 10th at 2 PM—come connect with the community and explore the transformative power of art at the Grove Hall Public Library.
Blooming Recovery: Rooftop Garden Transformation
Wednesday, September 11th, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Celebrate Recovery Month with us as we transform the Albany rooftop garden into a beautiful haven of hope and renewal. Come together with fellow patients, staff, and friends to decorate the garden and mark the journey of recovery.
Garden Decorating: Bring your creativity and help us bloom!
Celebration: Enjoy pizza and the vibrant company of our community.
Let's make this garden a symbol of growth, healing, and support.
Recovery Month Talk Series: OPC Implementation: Rhode Island Experiences
Friday, September 13th, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Crosstown Center, Floor 2 (Room 2128) (Zoom option available)
https://bostonmedicalcenter.zoom.us/j/5409118963?omn=93602239280
Explore experiences and lessons learned from the Rhode Island implementation of Overdose Prevention Center (OPC) process. The discussion will review challenges, successes, and implications for OPC implementation in diverse contexts. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from experts who have been on the front lines of this initiative
Medical Grand Rounds: What will it take to make healthcare appealing, effective, and equitable for Black patients? Addiction treatment as an illustrative example
Friday, September 20th, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
via Zoom
https://bostonu.zoom.us/j/97787809363?pwd=WkNNAVRoRNioIah1QmpcNSVN1tzFq…
Recovery Month Talk Series: A conversation with family members: The role of loved ones in substance use trajectories
Friday, September 20th, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Crosstown Center, Floor 2 (Room 2128) (Zoom option available)
https://bostonmedicalcenter.zoom.us/j/5409118963?omn=99287351257
The current addiction crisis in the U.S. has far-reaching effects, and families are at the heart of it all. Loved ones not only feel the impact of addiction but also play a crucial role in supporting those who are struggling. Join us for a compelling discussion with family members who have been deeply affected by substance use. They’ll share their personal experiences, insights, and ideas on how we can better serve and engage this vital community. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the significant role of social support in addiction and recovery.
Rhythms of Recovery: Open Mic Poetry & Music Afternoon with Lunch
Wednesday, September 25th, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Crosstown Center, Floor 2 (Room 2128)
Join us for a heartfelt gathering where patients and staff share the music and poetry that have inspired them on their journeys. Enjoy lunch in a welcoming environment dedicated to supporting and celebrating recovery in all its forms. Come prepared to be moved, uplifted, and connected in a community of support.
Recovery Month Talk Series: Neighborhood Resource Panel
Friday, September 27th, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Crosstown Center, Floor 2 (Room 2128) (Zoom option available)
https://bostonmedicalcenter.zoom.us/j/5409118963?omn=97684326434
Join us for an informative panel event that brings together individuals from local facilities to discuss the wealth of resources available in our neighborhoods. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or someone else, this event is your gateway to understanding and accessing the tools, programs, and networks that can help foster community relationships and recovery. Don't miss this opportunity to connect and learn.