The AAPG enhances addiction recovery and serves the community through specialized training, insightful conferences, scholarly research, and robust outreach programs. Join us at AAPG to advance your professional skills and contribute to meaningful recovery support in our communities. See below for a closer look.
Education & Training
Our education and training programs provide members with comprehensive knowledge, tools, and techniques to support clients and family members through long term recovery in an APG program. We provide professional development, to ensure quality care through evidence-supported practices, and valuable networking with fellow peers from the trenches. Trainings also benefit staff by enhancing skill sets and fostering a richer understanding of the intricacies of the APG model. These trainings address pain points such as best practices, resource allocation, outcomes measurement, turnover, funding strategies, and increasing cultural competence to serve diverse populations effectively.
Conferences & Community
Our conferences and community connections provide valuable opportunities for professional growth, networking, innovation, and advocacy in addition to providing a fertile ground for learning, sharing, and developing new recovery strategies. Participation enhances skills, team cohesion, and adapting to the evolving field of addiction recovery, while also providing recognition for valuable contributions. These events also offer a communal antidote to the isolation and burnout that can stem from the demanding nature of recovery work, present solutions for working within resource constraints, and address the need for culturally competent approaches amidst a diversifying clientele.
Scholarly Research
The AAPG is committed to promoting and enhancing the effectiveness of recovery programs by fostering a deep understanding of the APG model. By positioning itself as a central repository for scholarly research, AAPG provides crucial insights into how APGs function and their impact on recovery. This knowledge base is instrumental for practitioners in the field to stay informed about the most current and effective strategies in recovery, ensuring that they can deliver consistent and high-quality treatment. Moreover, by keeping up with the latest research, professionals can maintain a high level of competence and feel more confident and empowered in their roles. This not only helps to prevent professional burnout but also contributes to greater job satisfaction. Ultimately, this ongoing education and engagement lead to more effective recovery outcomes for those participating in APG programs.
Engagement & Outreach
The AAPG focuses on engagement and outreach to extend its resources and support broader communities. The association works behind the scenes to amplify both the association’s and its members’ professional reach, access, and influence in order to aid growth, foster community ties, and increase our network’s effectiveness. Active outreach also counteracts isolation through connection, boosts public awareness of APG programs, and mobilizes support for fundraising initiatives. Our outreach efforts are driven by a spirit of inclusivity, ensuring that every individual feels welcomed into a journey of recovery surrounded by a supportive network, just like in an APG. Overall, the AAPG serves to integrate the association and its members deeper into the broader recovery community.
Join the AAPG today—
Where your membership transcends contribution and becomes a cornerstone of progress in the recovery landscape.