Mid-Hudson PGRC

07/18/2025

In this episode we welcome Deborah Lavaud and ROBIN SINGH, Team Leaders for the New York City Problem Gambling Resource Center. Deborah and Robin join us to discuss the effects of gambling harms on the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities and how we can work together to prevent har...

07/16/2025

As the Saratoga horse racing season kicks off today, it's important to take a pause.

Even the best odds aren't a sure thing. Only wager what you can afford to lose. 🏇

To see if your gambling habits or those of someone you care about are a cause for concern, take our survey. https://forms.ny.gov/s3/Gambling-Behaviors-Survey

Need help now? Contact the HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or text 467369.

As the Saratoga horse racing season kicks off today, it's important to take a pause.

Even the best odds aren't a sure thing. Only wager what you can afford to lose. 🏇

To see if your gambling habits or those of someone you care about are a cause for concern, take our survey. https://forms.ny.gov/s3/Gambling-Behaviors-Survey

Need help now? Contact the HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or text 467369.

07/16/2025

07/07/2025

Are you 18–24 and living in New York? Your voice can help shape real change! Take our survey now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/18to24_Year_Old_Population

07/02/2025

Are you 8-24 living in New York? Please take the time to fill out our survey.

06/30/2025

Impulsivity is a hallmark of gambling addiction; it's reacting, not responding.

Real "Living in the Moment" Helps Recovery by learning to observe urges without acting on them, which helps to interrupt the automatic cycle of gambling.

06/30/2025

Congrats to Kassidy for becoming a certified Peer Advocate. We are grateful our peers in NYS.

Kassidy Watson's journey to completing her Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) with FOR-NY was made possible through an OASAS Addiction Workforce Program.

"The program has enhanced my life in many positive ways. For example, I can help my clients drive the bus to their own recovery and help promote positive changes. I love what I do and am grateful to be passionate about my job."

Find out how you can get funding to earn your credential, certificate or degree for free! Visit https://oasas.ny.gov/addiction-professionals-scholarship-program


Friends of Recovery - New York

06/30/2025

SAVE THE DATE. JOIN THE MOVEMENT.

📣 Early Bird Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2025 Recovery Conference!

Join us October 12–14, 2025, at the Ithaca Downtown Conference Center in Ithaca, NY for RECON 2025!

💜 Connect with advocates, peers, professionals, and community leaders
🌱 Explore workshops, share stories, and advance recovery support across New York

Take advantage of Early Bird rates!
🔗 Click the link to sign up and for more info:
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06/23/2025

Going across state lines to raise awareness and have conversations.

📣 Join a Community Conversations About Gambling!

🗓️ Next Session: Friday, June 27 • 9:30–10:30 AM
💻 Where: Virtual via Zoom

Discover how to recognize and respond to the signs of gambling-related harm, and learn about free local, regional, and state resources for prevention, treatment, and recovery.

👉 Register today: https://form.jotform.com/243094296146158

Let’s come together to build stronger, safer communities—one conversation at a time.

06/23/2025

Join us to learn about gambling harms among older adults.

Visit our Training Center to Secure Your Seat!
https://nycpg.dialogedu.com/training-center

06/18/2025

In June 1866, she became one of just five Black women to testify before a U.S. Congressional committee investigating the Memphis Massacre, marking the first known time a trans woman testified before Congress.

The saying 'normalcy is proximity' is relatable to problem gambling. As much as it was for Frances Thompson speaking up for her rights in 1866.

If you’re surrounded by people who gamble often—at home, in your friend group, at the barbershop, in the breakroom—it can start to feel... normal.

But just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s harmless.

🛑 Let's pause and ask:
— Is this fun, or is this hurting someone?
— Are we normalizing pain because it’s familiar?

Gambling addiction is real. It's quiet. It's growing. And it often hides in plain sight.

💡 It’s okay to question what we’ve accepted as “normal.” Healing begins with awareness—and support is always within reach.

06/09/2025

Men’s mental health awareness month.

It’s ok to feel, be seen, and supported