IDAA Recovery News and Updates | |
Not a member? Join Today!
If you are not a member of IDAA you are missing out on a number of services that are only available to IDAA Members through the IDAA Member Portal!
| |  |
IDAA Conference 2024
July 10-14 - Baltimore:
| |
|
IDAA Recovery Story
Navigating Addiction, Codependence, and Redemption Through Twelve-Step Recovery
By: Nathan P.
“The Family Disease” is worthy of scrutiny. Oversimplified, it is addiction and codependence (co-addiction). They are not opposed to each other but are parallel, synergistic, shaped the same, same pattern of constantly increasing intensity and frequency of destructive misbehavior and life-threatening illness. Addiction and codependence tend to morph back and forth with each other. They are contagious.
Yes, I drank a lot (now a retired grand champion), and my profound codependency (a common part of being a clinician) has SAVED MY LIFE (for our maladaptations seemed to serve a good purpose, began at least for a short while as coping mechanisms). My arrogant self, the perfectionistic martyr, tried to answer the phone on the first ring around the clock for it might be a patient or a nurse calling. And I tried not to slur. What a burden. But I couldn’t drink myself into a blackout if I was going to answer the phone, and I couldn’t drive too drunk and get away with it. So. yeah, I walked my self-imposed tight-rope, but I wasn’t in control, I was just half-heartedly attempting to comply with my own irrational minimal standards.
| | | |
|
NEW Website!
The time has come, the new IDAA website has officially launched! We have a brand new look and updated technology to better serve our members and guests. We hope that you'll enjoy it as much as we do.
Already a member? Learn more about accessing the members-only portal here.
Whats New?
- A New Look
- Navigating With Ease
- A Member-Only Directory
- User Friendly Meeting List
- Improved Bulletin Board Features
... and more!
| |
Helpline – Sign Up!
The IDAA Helpline has existed for several years and continues to serve on! Interested in serving the helpline? Please update your membership profile. Thank you to all of those who have served and continue to serve.
| |
Discounted Membership Rate
New members can now enroll at a discounted rate of $50 for the first year.
| | |
Scholarship Applications Open March 1st
Scholarships open March 1st for the Annual Conference being held in Baltimore, MD.
Scholarship recipients, like newcomers at a 12-step meeting, are the most important people attending each IDAA Annual Conference. Thanks to the generous contributions of our members, we can continue the tradition of offering full and partial scholarships for members and their families.
Scholarships are offered for registration fees, CE’s, and lodging only and are available for both individuals and their families.
Additional details/applications will be available here March 1st.
The average cost per scholar for the 2024 Conference is $1200. Click Here to Sponsor a Scholar!
| | | |
|
Join the IDAA Board of Directors: Exciting Opportunities Await!
We're thrilled to announce upcoming openings for two crucial positions on the Board – Fundraising Committee Chair (new) and International Member At-Large. If you're passionate about driving positive change and shaping IDAA's future, we want you!
Positions:
1. Fundraising Committee Chair: This position will be pivotal in driving initiatives to secure the financial resources necessary for the growth and sustainability of IDAA.
2. International Member At-Large: A representative outside of the United States representing the diverse perspectives and needs of our international members.
How to Apply:
Email us at executive@idaa.org to express your interest or for more information.
Let's shape the future of IDAA together!
Yours in Service,
Adam Scioli
IDAA Board Chair
| | | |
|
IDAA Ambassador
Become an ambassador for change with the IDAA Ambassador Program! If you're a member passionate about spreading the message of hope and recovery, this program invites you to represent IDAA within your network. Equip yourself with informative materials designed to make a meaningful impact. Join hands with us in reaching out to those in need, fostering a community of support and understanding. Ready to be a beacon of hope?
Learn more about the IDAA Ambassador Program by reaching out to info@IDAA.org. Together, let's make a difference!
| |
Join the “How to Talk About IDAA” workshop
March 6, 2024 at 7 PM EST
As a medical professional in recovery, are you eager to spread the word about the great personal benefits of IDAA membership?
Would you consider being an “ambassador” for IDAA if you had clear direction and materials to use?
The need to provide our unique professional and personal support to the recovering community in medicine is real. Inviting potential qualifiers to give IDAA a try is essential 12th-Step work, of great benefit not only to those suffering from substance use disorder but also to established members of IDAA as new people join us.
Join Membership Committee Chairperson Steve Klein, M.D/PhD. at a virtual workshop on March 6 @ 8pm est. He will present the short, informative PowerPoint slide show that was created to assist ambassadors as they promote IDAA.
If you plan to attend, please sign up here.
When: March 6, 8 PM EST
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88446036512?pwd=eUsLaNeSbdrI5Dt4CiZsHlwZ3tYQ4p.1
| | | |
75th Annual Conference Baltimore
July 10-14, 2024
Early-Bird: Early Bird Rates end May 10th. Click Here to Register Now
Lodging: There are a limited number of rooms available at the hotel, book early to ensure you can stay on-site. Click Here to Reserve Your Room
Exhibitor: Exhibitor space is limited, reserve yours now! Click here for additional information.
Merchandise: Baltimore Merchandise is NOW available for purchase Click here
Save the Date: Scholarships Open March 1st
| |
Volunteers Needed
The Baltimore LAC is looking to fill the following service positions:
- Merchandise Lead
- Golf Lead
- Presenters/Leads for Family Recovery Track (formerly Al-Anon)
If you are willing to serve or have questions, please send an email to Info@IDAA.org
| | | |
|
Monthly Speaker Meetings
Monthly Speaker Meetings – Did you know IDAA hosts a monthly virtual speaker meeting? Meetings are held on the 3rd Saturday each month. We hope you’ll tune in for the next one on March 16th at 8 pm EST, the meeting opens at 7:30 for casual conversation!
| | | |
|
The First 60 Years
Did you know that the Baltimore Conference, taking place from July 10th to July 13th, signifies the 75th Anniversary of IDAA? In celebration of this milestone, we are pleased to announce the reprinting of the book "IDAA: The First Sixty Years 1949-2009" by Gordi Hyde, MD, C. Arthur Pearson II, MD, Luke Reed, MD, Dick McKinley, MD, and Dale Syfert, MD.
| | | |
|
What is IDAA?
IDAA is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering healthcare professionals and their families in their journey to recovery from substance abuse and addictive behaviors. We connect individuals struggling or in recovery from addiction and loved ones to supportive communities, both online and in person. Here, they can find inspiration, strength, and hope as they hear personal stories of recovery from addiction as told by fellow healthcare professionals. To further our mission, we gather annually for a conference, delving into the educational depths of addiction as a disease and providing invaluable spiritual support to one another.
| | | |
|
Mission Statement: The mission of IDAA is to carry the message of recovery to healthcare professionals and their families.
Vision Statement: IDAA envisions recovery for all healthcare professionals and their families impacted by addictive disorders.
IDAA Inclusivity Statement: IDAA envisions Recovery for all health care professionals and their families impacted by addictive disorders. We celebrate Diversity and are committed to Equity and Inclusion of people from all Racial, Ethnic, Cultural, Sexual/Gender and Spiritual identities. Many Recovery Pathways in addition to AA are represented at the IDAA Annual Meeting, Regional Meetings, and on our virtual and email meetings.
| | | | |
