Can I add my own tribute to Juan, whom I met again not that long ago over dinner with David Turner in Rome. Juan was of course one of the founding fathers of the EFTC, and his contribution and support vital to it not being a just northern European entity. I remember him as man of great charm, élan, humour and style, the superlatives are endless: in all a generous soul. I am not a religious man, but if I was I am sure Juan will be up there in heavan full of warmth, as well as recommendations for good restaurants!
From: Eric Broekaert <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Re: [EFTC] Juan Pares Plans
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Date: Sunday, 25 October, 2009, 10:04 AM
Dear Friends
It was so sad to hear that Juan has passed away.
He was a real inspiration for so many in the field. We all loved him very much.
My thought also go to Mario and our Italian friends who were so close to him.
Eric
PS: I hereby send you a copy of our interview with Juan from 2003. It was published asVandevelde, S. &, Broekaert, E. (2003). Maxell Jones, Harold Bridger, Dennie Briggs and the two therapeutic communities:
"An interview with Juan Paris y Plans (Corelli) about the development of the Centro Italiano di Solidariety(CeIS) di Roma. Therapeutic Communities: The International Journal for Therapeutic and Supportive Organizations, 24(2), 85-104.: : "
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Eric Broekaert
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Sent: Saturday, October 24, 2009 10:50 PM
Subject: [EFTC] Juan Pares Plans
With many others worldwide, I was terribly saddened to hear the news of Juan Pares Plans death on the 18th October.
He was wonderful friend and dedicated to CeIS in Roma, but always shared his knowledge and creative humour when possible with others within the field.
He was a true friend and mentor to me, and too many who sought his advice, and was always ready to add a little humour with his straight talking- I miss him and treasure our times together.
My thoughts are with our colleagues and friend at CeIS, and I think of you during these sad days.
Warmest wishes to you all,
Anthony Slater - Director,
Phoenix House Haga,
President.E.F.T.C.
Folkenborgveien 198,
1850 Mysen, Norway.
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