The Ellen O'Brien Gaiser Center

03/15/2026

Your support makes a difference. Donations to the Gaiser Center help expand access to addiction treatment, prevention, and recovery services for individuals and families in our community. Together, we can continue providing compassionate, high-quality care and hope to those who need it most.
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03/13/2026

Thank you to the Butler Eagle for covering our fourth annual Discover Recovery symposium, held this week at Butler County Community College. This year's event examined addiction and recovery in older adults, including the often-overlooked connection between substance use and dementia, the role of prescription medication in senior health, and why recovery and community go hand in hand.

Read the full recap here - butlereagle.com/20260312/discover-recovery-highlights-addiction-dementia-in-seniors

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BUTLER TWP — The Ellen O’Brien Gaiser Center held its fourth annual Discover Recovery symposium Wednesday, March 11, at Butler County Community College. The forum addressed two issues increasingly aff...

03/10/2026

Discover Recovery is tomorrow, and we are excited for a day dedicated to education, connection, and hope. This initiative highlights the importance of addiction treatment, recovery services, and community support for individuals and families affected by substance use and behavioral health challenges. The Gaiser Center is proud to host Discover Recovery and remains committed to helping individuals explore available resources and take meaningful steps toward recovery.
This year’s focus highlights addiction and recovery among the senior population, including the complex challenges that can arise for older adults and those who care for them. Topics will explore medication misuse, interactions between prescriptions and alcohol or other substances, and the difficulties families and caregivers may face when navigating care and support.

Register for free today! https://bc3.edu/discover-recovery
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03/06/2026

Today, we celebrate Employee Appreciation Day and thank the dedicated professionals at the Gaiser Center. Their compassion, expertise, and commitment to patient care make recovery possible every day. We value all that you do to support individuals and families on their journey to healing.
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03/05/2026

Our Executive Director, Joe Mahoney, and Medical Director, Dr. Brophy, sat down to talk about Discover Recovery: Navigating Recovery Later in Life and why this year's topic matters to many in our community.

Join us March 11, 2026 at 7:30am at Butler County Community College for an open conversation about addiction and recovery in older adults, including medication misuse, substance interactions, and the challenges faced by families and caregivers navigating care and support.

This event is free and open to the public. Register here: https://bc3.edu/discover-recovery

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03/04/2026

We are currently looking to add to our support staff! If you or someone you know is available for part-time work as a Recovery Assistant, we would love to chat! Go to https://gaisercenter.isolvedhire.com/jobs/ for more information or to apply!

03/04/2026

Discover Recovery: Navigating Addiction Later in Life is just one week away! Register now for free!

This community-focused event emphasizes the many paths to recovery and the importance of access to treatment, education, and support. We look forward to sharing resources, stories, and opportunities to learn more about addiction recovery and the services available through the Gaiser Center.

This year’s focus highlights addiction and recovery among the senior population, including the complex challenges that can arise for older adults and those who care for them. Topics will explore medication misuse, interactions between prescriptions and alcohol or other substances, and the difficulties families and caregivers may face when navigating care and support.

Register for free today! https://bc3.edu/discover-recovery
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03/01/2026

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about gambling-related harm and the importance of prevention, education, and support. Problem gambling can affect individuals, families, and communities, often in ways that are not immediately visible. At the Gaiser Center, we are committed to increasing understanding, reducing stigma, and connecting people to resources that support recovery and well-being for those impacted by problem gambling and other addictions.

Call for gambling addiction options: 724-287-8205

National Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER
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03/01/2026

Our Executive Director, Joe Mahoney, is appearing on Armstrong The Butler Buzz on Armstrong’s Neighborhood Channel starting today, March 1!

He discusses the work of the Gaiser Center and our upcoming Discover Recovery event on March 11.

The episode is also available on YouTube and popular podcast platforms.

Learn more here:
https://armstrongonewire.com/Television/LocalProgramming.

And register for Discover Recovery at bc3.edu/discover-recovery.

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02/28/2026

This year, the Gaiser Center celebrates 55 years of providing addiction treatment and recovery support. During this time, we have delivered compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals and families affected by substance use disorders.

Follow us throughout the year as we honor our history, celebrate our community, and look forward to future recovery services!
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02/27/2026

The latest episode of Armstrong The Butler Buzz featuring Joseph Mahoney, our Executive Director, is now live and you can watch it on YouTube! Joe shares more about the Gaiser Center and what to expect at our upcoming event, Discover Recovery on March 11 at Butler County Community College.

Take a few minutes to watch this great interview - https://youtu.be/hXWAY3rIsLk?si=qxN1CMWLGCtjQq2s

And register for Discover Recovery to secure your spot at bc3.edu/discover-recovery!

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Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Joe Mahoney to discuss an upcoming event that is for healthcare professionals, caregivers, community members, and anyone...

02/25/2026

Only two weeks remain until Discover Recovery: Navigating Recovery Later in Life on March 11, 2026, at Butler County Community College. Discover Recovery is a free, public event focused on education, conversation, and connection around addiction and recovery.

This year’s focus examines addiction and recovery in the senior population, including medication misuse, substance interactions, and the challenges faced by families and caregivers navigating care and support.

We will be joined by the following vendors this year, whom we encourage participants to connect with:
• Butler County Community College
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• Visiting Nurses Association
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• Life Butler County
• Butler County Health Care Consortium
• Fit for Boxing-Punching Out Parkinson’s
• UPMC - Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center

Register for free today! https://bc3.edu/discover-recovery
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