In this article, you will learn about how Kim Sumner Mayer (Family Services Coordinator) has partnered with the Office of Child Support Services to help our clients navigate the child support system, which strengthens their recovery, family relationships, and quality of life.

The Center for Recovery and Wellness is thrilled to announce that John Gordon, Associate Executive Director of Clinical Programs, was recognized as the 2022 Mel Shulstad Professional of the Year! The Mel Shulstad award recognizes an innovative individual who has made outstanding and sustained contributions to the advancement of the addiction counseling profession on a national level. 

Tommy M. is a former client of CRW’s Pride Site residential program and a current client of Project Contact Outpatient. For this issue of our newsletter, he generously shared some of his life experiences, reflections on his recovery journey, and what the future hold for him. 

At the Center for Recovery and Wellness (CRW), we approach recovery from a person-centered perspective that takes into account the diverse experiences and individual needs of each client. To holistically support our clients, it’s important to address their needs that...

An important part of CRW’s approach to treating substance use disorder in a holistic manner is collaboration with like-minded organizations. We sat down with Rachel Cohen, Assistant Director at ACE, to learn more about their innovative approach to helping the most vulnerable New Yorkers achieve employment and long term economic stability. You will also hear from Aleksey C., a Pride Site resident, about how ACE has supported him in getting back to work.