For-Greater Erie RCO
& Consultants to ​FRIENDS OF RECOVERY New York

MISSION
Friends of Recovery- New York (FOR-NY) is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization with a mission to demonstrate the power and promise of Recovery from alcohol and drug addiction, and the value that Recovery provides individuals, families and entire communities throughout New York State.
We as an ally with them are extending their reach into our region that our resources and voices grow together.
​It is the reason why we collaborate and have created Recovery Community Organizations throughout NYS.
​FOR-GE Is proud to be a part of such a great organization! 

VISION​
Friends of Recovery- New York envisions a world in which recovery from addiction is not only common, but celebrated; a world in which the entire spectrum of effective prevention, treatment and recovery support services are available and accessible to all.

Contact us

Community Based

• Technical Assistance- Support of local Recovery Community Organizations (RCO's)
• Film Screenings and Q&A- "The Anonymous People
• Family Recovery Forums
• Family to Family Tool kits
• Recovery Community Organization (RCO) Toolkit
• Recovery Talks - Community Listening Forums
• Training: "Our Stories Have Power" messaging workshop
• Training: "The Science of Addiction and Recovery"
• Training: "Supervision for Recovery Coaches"

Statewide

• Statewide Recovery Needs Survey
• Establishment of NY Cares- Council on Addiction Recovery, Education and Support
• Statewide "Community-Based Recovery Supports" Meetings
• Annual New York Recovery Conference

Core Beliefs

• Addiction is a public health issue
• Recovery is possible for everyone
• There are many paths to recovery and everyone gets there in his or her own way
• Adequate resources and support are necessary for sustained recovery
• Recovery is about recalling a meaningful life and role in society

Policy Focus

• Respond to illicit drug use as a health issue, rather than a crime
• Eliminate barriers to getting help
• Develop non-punitive, non-judgmental recovery service models
• Create a system that supports long-term recovery
• Adress the needs of families living with someone suffering from alcohol and/or drug addiction
• Start local Recovery Community Organizations (RCO's) throughout New York State
• Open Recovery Community Center's (RCC's) across New York State
• Stop Investing in the PROBLEM (Active Addiction) and start investing in the SOLUTION (Prevention, Treatment and Recovery)