RISE Recovery Community Outreach Center

03/13/2026

As we continue our “Meet the Staff” series, we’re excited to introduce another valued member of the RISE Recovery Center team!

👋 Meet Andrew Matthews!

Andrew joined RISE Recovery Center as a Peer Advocate on October 6, 2025. In his role, Andrew uses his lived experience to support and encourage individuals on their recovery journey. Through connection, understanding, and compassion, he helps create a supportive environment where people feel welcome and empowered in their path to recovery.

We’re grateful to have Andrew as part of the RISE team. Thank you for the positive impact you make every day! 💙

Stay tuned as we continue introducing more of the amazing staff at RISE!

03/13/2026

Unfortunately, due to unexpected illness, the Women's Support Group "From Survival To Strength" will be postponed until March 27th. We apologize for any inconvenience!

If you need immediate assistance, please call 315-219-5393
Thank you

All women affected by addiction are invited to join us this Friday for a supportive Peer-led space to connect, share, and grow together. Whether you are in recovery or supporting a loved one, you don’t have to face it alone!

📅 First Meeting: March 13th at 1:00 PM
📍 Location: RISE Conference Room

Come as you are, share if you want, or simply listen. Every step forward matters.

03/12/2026

💛 Thank you to all who participated in our Central regional breakout session; your passion for advocacy and awareness is inspiring. We appreciate all you do!

03/11/2026

As we continue our “Meet the Staff” series, we’re excited to introduce another member of the RISE Recovery Center team!

👋 Meet Kelly Rockwell!

Kelly joined RISE Recovery Center as a Peer Advocate on October 20, 2025. As someone with lived experience, Kelly provides support, encouragement, and guidance to individuals on their recovery journey. Her compassion and understanding help create a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone who walks through our doors.

We’re grateful to have Kelly as part of the team. Thank you for the important work you do every day! 💙

Stay tuned as we continue highlighting more of the amazing staff at RISE!

03/10/2026

All women affected by addiction are invited to join us this Friday for a supportive Peer-led space to connect, share, and grow together. Whether you are in recovery or supporting a loved one, you don’t have to face it alone!

📅 First Meeting: March 13th at 1:00 PM
📍 Location: RISE Conference Room

Come as you are, share if you want, or simply listen. Every step forward matters.

03/09/2026

We’ve welcomed a few new staff members over the past few months, so we’ll be sharing a “Meet the Staff” post every few days to highlight the amazing team at RISE Recovery Center—starting with our newest addition!

👋 Meet Emily Searles!

Emily has been part of the Catholic Charities of Herkimer County team since 2023 but recently joined the staff at RISE Recovery Center as our Front Office Manager. In this role, Emily helps keep everything running smoothly and is often the first friendly face you’ll see when you walk through the door.

Thank you, Emily, for all you do to support our staff and the individuals we serve! 💙

Stay tuned as we continue introducing more members of the RISE team!

03/06/2026

Today we come together to honor and remember the lives lost to overdose on Black Balloon Day.

Wear black in memory.
Take home a balloon in their honor.
Let love be louder than stigma. 🖤🎈

03/03/2026

This March, the New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) is proud to recognize Problem Gambling Awareness Month alongside NYS OASAS and NCPG. We’re committed to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and connecting our community to support.

03/03/2026

Join us 3/5 at 10:00am for a training with NYCPG. This will be a Problem Gambling 101: Just the Basics. Join us to learn more about problem gambling, and what the NYCPRG does!

Please see link below.

02/27/2026

Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84316622089?pwd=KS190cW8TWy71LGC9w3Eygfc3uEXQL.1

02/26/2026

Check out what activities Kelly has in store for a very Mindful March! 🍀🧘‍♀️✨
Please reach out to her with any questions! 315-219-5393

02/26/2026

Join RISE on Friday, March 6th, as we come together in remembrance and compassion. On this day, we pause to honor the beautiful lives lost to overdose: sons, daughters, parents, friends- each truly loved and deeply missed.

Observed each year on March 6, Black Balloon Day is a time to remember those lost to overdose. The day began in 2015 after a family tragedy. Diane and Lauren Hurley started Black Balloon Day in memory of Greg Tremblay, a father of four who died from an overdose on March 6, 2015. What began as a personal tribute to a beloved family member has since grown into a nationwide observance, with people across the United States (and beyond) displaying black balloons as a symbol of remembrance, love, and lives that will never be forgotten.

Wear black in memory.
Take home a balloon in their honor.
Hold space for healing.
Let love be louder than stigma. 🩵