YMCA of Greater New York 5 West 63rd Street, 6th Floor New York, NY 10023 212 630 9600 ymcanyc.org
ONE DAY AT A TIME
REACHING COMMUNITY MEMBERS WITH THE YMCA COUNSELING SERVICE
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ith support from the New York City Council and the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports, the YMCA Counseling Service engages in substance misuse treatment and prevention. The Y’s Peer Engagement Specialist has educated community members about the dangers of substance abuse and the ease of obtaining treatment at events such as NY Foundling’s Fatherhood Fun Day, Back to School Celebrations, CHASI’s Health Fair in Tappen Park, Stapleton Open Streets, Boardwalk Bash, and others. The Y also partnered with Tackling Youth Substance Abuse (TYSA) to organize the SI Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (SICASA) Walk for Recovery and Health Fair in Clove Lakes Park. The Y has also facilitated over 75 Narcan trainings and supports individuals and businesses to respond in the event of an opioid overdose.•
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WE’RE HERE FOR ALL NEW YORKERS –
to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community.
YMCA Counseling Service’s Peer Engagement Specialist, Andrew Fairley (left), and a community member at the SICASA Walk for Recovery.
