Supporting the Addict, Securing the Future: Addiction through the Life Cycle 2016, a 2016 U.P. fall summit for medical personnel, social workers, educators and therapists takes place at Lake Superior State University in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., on Oct. 27‑28.

Keynote speakers are Ira Chasnoff, M.D., and pediatrician, Dr. Mark Sloane. Dr. Chasnoff is a leading researcher in the field of child development and the effects of maternal substance use on infants and children. Dr. Sloane is a board certified pediatrician and has clinical experience in the medication management of more than 1,200 traumatized, drug or alcohol exposed children and adolescents. Also speaking is George M. Nidiffer, M.D., pediatric medicine specialist in Marquette, Mich.

Topics include neo-natal FAS/drug exposed, addiction and trauma, pregnancy and addiction and treatment for children and families.

Registration is open and costs are $99 for the early bird rate and $120 full rate. Medical personnel, social workers, educators and therapists are especially invited to attend.

Registration is limited. Payment must be received by Oct. 17 to guarantee reservations. No refunds provided without written cancellations received by Oct. 21.

If preferred, print the conference registration and either fax to 906‑632‑1125 ATTN: Jessica Savoie or mail to EUP ISD, U.P. Fall Summit, 315 Armory Place, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783.

Visit www.chippewahd.com or eupschools.org for more information.

Book early for a limited number of rooms set aside for this function at the Holiday Inn Express. Other hotel options can be found at www.saultstemarie.com.

Brought to you by Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District, Chippewa County Health Department and other community partners.