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Friends of Recovery-NY @Recovery_NY

FOR-NY is a statewide RCO with a mission to demonstrate the power & promise of recovery

Joined September 2015
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Friends of Recovery-NY retweeted
Jo Anne Simon ζ–‡ι›…ιΊ— 🟧 @JoAnneSimonBK52
May 19
Mental health care delayed is mental health care denied. Proud to stand w/ advocates & providers demanding passage of my bill, A8055, to carve out behavioral health services from Medicaid Managed Care. New Yorkers should not have to fight endless red tape to access care.
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Friends of Recovery-NY retweeted
Jo Anne Simon ζ–‡ι›…ιΊ— 🟧 @JoAnneSimonBK52
Mar 5
It’s Time to Put Mental Health Care over Insurance Industry Profits. Our proposal improves access to behavioral health care for New Yorkers, allows providers to focus on delivering that care, and saves the state $400M/year. My OpEd w/@SenatorBrouk: empirereportnewyork.com/its-…
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Friends of Recovery-NY retweeted
NYS OASAS
 @NYSOASAS
Feb 4
Did you know that at the height of the overdose epidemic, 6,300 New Yorkers died in a single year? Watch this powerful message from @DrChinazoOASAS to participants of yesterday's Stand Up for Recovery event. #EveryStepOfTheWay @Recovery_NY
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Friends of Recovery-NY retweeted
NYS OASAS
 @NYSOASAS
Feb 3
Stand Up for Recovery Day shows what's possible when we come together. Today's advocacy event highlighted the power of unity in supporting recovery. Recovery is possible, recovery is happening and recovery matters. πŸŒŸπŸ’œ#EveryStepOfTheWay @Recovery_NY
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Friends of Recovery-NY retweeted
NYS OASAS
 @NYSOASAS
Feb 4
Take a closer look at yesterday's Stand Up for Recovery Day, featuring the many people who came out to share their stories in the name of advocacy and recovery! ▢️#EveryStepOfTheWay @Recovery_NY
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Grateful for our amazing sponsors of Stand Up for Recovery Day 2026 πŸ’œπŸ’š Your support amplifies recovery voices and fuels advocacy across NYS. Together, we’re building a stronger, more equitable recovery community. #SURD2026
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We’re proud to welcome Dr. Felecia Pullen as the new Board Chair of Friends of Recovery New York. A nationally recognized leader with 30 years advancing equity-centered care and recovery communities, her leadership will help elevate recovery voices across NY. πŸ’œ
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We’re proud to welcome Dr. Felecia Pullen as the new Board Chair of Friends of Recovery New York. A nationally recognized leader with 30 years advancing equity-centered care and recovery communities, her leadership will help elevate recovery voices across NY. πŸ’œ
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πŸŽ‰ Friends of Recovery NY is proud to share that Chris Assini, Director of Policy, has been named a 2026 City & State Health Care Trailblazer! πŸ‘πŸ† Read more: cityandstateny.com/power-lis…

The 2026 Trailblazers in Health Care

New York’s notable policymakers, providers and practitioners in the medical field.

cityandstateny.com
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The countdown is on! ⏰ Tickets for Stand Up for Recovery Day are moving quickly join the recovery community and be part of the change. Get your ticket today! πŸ’œβœŠ Register to attend here: loom.ly/yh6URqQ Register to become a sponsor here: loom.ly/yh6URqQ
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Now’s the time to schedule your legislative appointments and take your advocacy to the next level. First-time attending? We’ve got you covered. πŸ€πŸ’œ Reach out for support and guidance we’re in this together. Email Chris Assini: cassini@for-ny.org by January 28th.
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On MLK Day, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by recommitting to justice, equity, and community led change. The work he began continues through us. πŸ€πŸ’œ
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Happy New Year from Friends of Recovery NY! πŸŽ† Let’s make 2026 a year of hope, health, and community. Together, we can create positive change. πŸŒŸπŸ’œ #HappyNewYear
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2026 is a year for action. πŸ’œ Join us for Stand Up for Recovery Day on Feb 3, 2026 at the Empire Plaza Convention Center in Albany. When the recovery community shows up, change happens. Register to attend: loom.ly/yh6URqQ
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Friends of Recovery-NY retweeted
WCNY's The Capitol Pressroom @CapPressRoom
25 Dec 2025
Gov. @KathyHochul vetoed a bill from state lawmakers Phil Steck and @senfernandez34 that promotes recovery ready workplaces. We spoke to Christopher Assini of @Recovery_NY about this bill this summer. capitolpressroom.org/2025/08…

Promoting recovery ready workplaces in New York

Employment is a key part of the recovery process from substance abuse, so we explore what New York policymakers are doing to promote recovery ready workplaces.

capitolpressroom.org
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Happy Holidays from all of us at Friends of Recovery New York! πŸ’œπŸ’š Wishing you peace, connection, and continued strength throughout the season. May the holidays be filled with hope, healing, and moments of joy for you and your loved ones.
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🌟 Nominations are now open for the Lureen McNeil – Willie Townes Recovery Peer Champion Award! Know someone making a powerful impact in the recovery community? Nominate them here: forms.office.com/r/dk59pThRt… πŸ’œ
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🎀✨ Alumni’s Got Talent is happening this New Year’s Eve at 10:30 PM! Show off your skills and win prizes $100, $50, or $25! πŸŽ‰ Want to perform live? Email wgordon@for-ny.org to enter. Let’s ring in 2026 together! πŸŽ†
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🌟 Light Up A Life is TODAY! πŸ’™ We can’t wait to see everyone tonight as we come together to honor loved ones, celebrate hope, and uplift our recovery community. Wishing everyone a beautiful evening let’s make it a meaningful and memorable event. πŸ’« See you there!
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Today we honor the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of our nation’s veterans. Your service and strength continue to inspire us all. From all of us at Friends of Recovery New York, thank you for your dedication and for protecting our freedoms. πŸ’™
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