Friends of Recovery - New York

11/25/2025

We’re happy to announce Stand Up for Recovery Day 2026! 💜💚
Save the date: February 3, 2026 🗓️

Join us as we gather at the Capitol to uplift recovery voices, advocate for change, and stand together as one powerful community.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please email Chris Assini at cassini@for-ny.org we’d love to have you on the team!

11/20/2025

We’re just 15 days away from our 3rd Annual Light Up A Life event! 🌟
Join Youth Voices Matter NY and Friends of Recovery – NY as we gather to honor loved ones lost and celebrate the strength of the recovery community this holiday season. 💙

🗓️ Friday, December 5th | 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 Schenectady YMCA, 433 State St
🎟️ Free to attend — register here: https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/46jd01

11/12/2025

✨ Join Youth Voices Matter NY and Friends of Recovery – NY for our 3rd Annual Light Up A Life Event!
Light Up A Life is a national day of remembrance and continued awareness a time to honor loved ones lost and celebrate the power of family, healing, and community within recovery.

💫 This year’s event will be filled with love, connection, and FOOD!
🗓️ Friday, December 5, 2025
📍 Schenectady YMCA, 433 State St | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets are FREE please register by 12/01 here:
👉 https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/46jd01

11/11/2025

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. 💙

11/05/2025

Sending a huge congratulations to all of the newly leaders! 🎉
Friends of Recovery New York is excited to collaborate and champion policies that support healing, equity, and continued progress in the recovery movement statewide.

11/05/2025

✨ Join Youth Voices Matter NY and Friends of Recovery – NY for our 3rd Annual Light Up A Life Event!
Light Up A Life is a national day of remembrance and continued awareness — a time to honor loved ones lost and celebrate the power of family, healing, and community within recovery.

💫 This year’s event will be filled with love, connection, and FOOD!
🗓️ Friday, December 5, 2025
📍 Schenectady YMCA, 433 State St | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets are FREE — please register by 12/01 here:
👉 https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/46jd01

11/04/2025

🗳️ Today is Election Day!
Make sure you get out and VOTE — and take a moment to learn about your candidates before you cast your ballot.
Do your homework. Check their voting record. Make an informed choice.

10/31/2025

🚨 State of Emergency Declared
Governor Kathy Hochul today declared a state of emergency and announced new actions in response to the federal administration’s plan to cut food assistance for nearly 3 million New Yorkers beginning November 1.
Governor Kathy Hochul

As the federal shutdown drags on, they have refused to release billions in statutorily approved contingency funding—leaving millions without the critical help they need to feed themselves and their families.
Governor Kathy Hochul

Read the full announcement here:

Governor Hochul declared a state of emergency and announced new actions in response to the Trump administration stripping food assistance from 3 million New Yorkers come November 1.

10/29/2025

What an incredible few days at RECON 2025! ✨
From inspiring speakers to moments of unity, this year’s event reminded us of the strength and resilience that fuel the recovery movement across New York.
Here’s a look back at some great memories! 📸
2025

10/28/2025

🚨 Important Resources During the Government Shutdown
Friends of Recovery – New York has compiled an Essential Services & Support Guide to help individuals and families access food, housing, and recovery-related support during this time.
💙 You are not alone — help is available.
📘 View the guide here:https://for-ny.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FOR-NY-Essential-Services-and-Support-Guide.pdf