Friends of Recovery - New York

09/25/2025

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Andre Johnson, President & CEO of the Detroit Recovery Project. 💜

Dr. Johnson is a nationally recognized leader whose dedication to advancing recovery services and empowering communities has impacted countless lives. We are honored to have him share his wisdom and vision at this year’s conference in Ithaca. 🌟

🗓️ October 12–14, 2025
📍 Ithaca Downtown Conference Center, Ithaca, NY

09/25/2025

💜 Thank you to everyone who applied for the RECON 2025 Full Scholarship Program!

📢 Scholarship applications are now closed.
📬 All award recipients will be notified by October 1st.

We are grateful for the passion and commitment of every applicant, and we look forward to seeing diverse voices represented at RECON this year.

09/25/2025

🎨💜 Thank you to everyone who submitted to the Recovery Fine Arts Festival 2025!

📢 We are no longer accepting submissions.
🏆 Winners will be announced on October 3rd, 2025.

Stay tuned as we prepare to showcase the incredible creativity, resilience, and stories of our recovery community. 🌟

09/24/2025

✅ Don’t forget — Signups are open now!
💜 Build stronger recovery networks
🌱 Explore powerful workshops & storytelling
📣 Elevate the conversation around recovery support

🔗 Register today: https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/8lpjr9

09/23/2025

🌍✨ Global Recovery Day Webinar ✨🌍
Join us on September 30, 2025 | 12–1:30 PM EST for an inspiring panel discussion on renewing our commitment to an inclusive recovery world.

We’ll explore global recovery partnerships and international approaches to treatment—because recovery is stronger when we come together across borders. 💜

🔗 Register now: https://shorturl.at/FrlHd

09/22/2025

💜 We continue to celebrate the life of Richard Buckman and honor his impact on the recovery community.

Please join us as we gather to remember him:

Wake Information
🗓️ Friday, Sept. 26th (his 70th birthday)
⏰ Visitation: 4–9 PM | Service: ~8 PM
📍 Mangano Family Funeral Home
1701 Deer Park Ave, Deer Park, NY 11729

Richard’s legacy of hope and service will live on in all of us.

09/22/2025

📣 In case you missed it — happening TODAY!
Virtual Town Hall: Recovery Services for Gambling Harm

🗓️ Today, Sept. 22, 2025 | ⏰ 1–3 PM

Your voice matters! Don’t miss this important National Recovery Month event. Hear from state leaders, experts, and community voices as we come together to address gambling harm, share resources, and offer hope. 💜

✨ Topics include: Treatment • Peer Support • Voluntary Self-Exclusion • Gamblers Anonymous • GamAnon • More

🔗 Register now and join the conversation: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/q0r-wGWOTgOSP-whwovLYw #/registration

09/22/2025

🌟 Recovery Month – Week 4: Purpose 🌟

This week we celebrate how finding purpose drives positive change and builds resilience. 💪✨

💜 Many voices, multiple pathways, one hope.
💜 You are worthy of joy—it’s closer than you think.
💜 Be part of other people’s recovery journeys.

Together, we can make a difference. You are not alone. 💜

09/22/2025

We are deeply saddened by the departure of one of our founders Richard Buckman. We are forever grateful for the vision he and the other founders had to ensure the recovery community was not only seen seen but heard. Thank you Richard, job well done.

It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden passing of our beloved founder, Richard Buckman.

Rich was more than the founder of the Long Island Recovery Association, he was the heart and soul of this movement. His vision, compassion, and tireless advocacy touched countless lives across Long Island and beyond. He dedicated himself fully to breaking down stigma, lifting up individuals and families, and fighting for a world where recovery is honored, supported, and celebrated.

Rich’s legacy lives on in the thousands of lives he helped save, the community he built, and the hope he inspired. To know Rich was to know kindness, humility, and a determination to serve. He will be dearly missed, but his spirit will forever guide our mission.

We invite our community to join us in remembering and honoring Rich. Please keep his family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Wake & Service Information
Friday, September 26th (his 70th birthday)
Visitation: 4–9 PM | Service: ~8 PM
Mangano Family Funeral Home
1701 Deer Park Ave, Deer Park, NY 11729

Rest in peace, Rich. Your light will never fade.

- The Board of Directors
Long Island Recovery Association

09/19/2025

📣 Don’t forget — next Monday!
Virtual Town Hall: Recovery Services for Gambling Harm

🗓️ Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 | ⏰ 1–3 PM

Your voice matters! Join us during National Recovery Month for an important conversation on recovery, resources, and hope. Hear from state leaders, experts, and community voices on how we can address gambling harm together. 💜

✨ Topics include: Treatment • Peer Support • Voluntary Self-Exclusion • Gamblers Anonymous • GamAnon • More

🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/q0r-wGWOTgOSP-whwovLYw #/registration

09/18/2025

📣 Virtual Town Hall: Recovery Services for Gambling Harm
🗓️ Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 | ⏰ 1–3 PM

Your voice matters! Join us during National Recovery Month for an important conversation on recovery, resources, and hope. Hear from state leaders, experts, and community voices on how we can address gambling harm together. 💜

✨ Topics include: Treatment • Peer Support • Voluntary Self-Exclusion • Gamblers Anonymous • GamAnon • More

🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/q0r-wGWOTgOSP-whwovLYw #/registration