The Alliance for Rights and Recovery
Formerly NYAPRS
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As New York braces for one of the toughest budget seasons in years, fueled in large part by deep federal […]
Alliance Alert: Wishing you all a very special Thanksgiving holiday from our Alliance family. In the spirit of gratitude and […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance strongly supports the immediate signing of the Jail and Prison Oversight Omnibus Bill, a long overdue […]
As New York braces for one of the toughest budget seasons in years, fueled in large part by deep federal […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery strongly supports Attorney General Letitia James and the coalition of states challenging […]
From our friends at the NYS Independent Living Council Accessible Food Pantries and Resources in New York State In honor […]
Congratulations to Kristin on Receiving the 2025 Justice Center Code of Conduct Award! The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is […]
Upcoming Webinar AnnouncementFrom Burnout to Belonging: Using the SWAP Tool to Cultivate Trauma-Responsive TeamsDecember 2, 2025 | 1:00–3:00 PM Register […]
Upcoming Webinar AnnouncementFrom Burnout to Belonging: Using the SWAP Tool to Cultivate Trauma-Responsive TeamsDecember 2, 2025 | 1:00–3:00 PM Register […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery appreciates Public Advocate Jumaane Williams’ continued commitment to shining a light on […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is staunchly opposed to the Trump administration’s sweeping changes to federal homelessness […]
Alliance Alert: The heartbreaking deaths of Win Rozario, Daniel Prude, and too many others make one thing clear: New York […]
We are thrilled to announce that our CEO, Harvey Rosenthal, has been recognized as one of the PoliticsNY & amNY 2025 Power […]
Alliance Alert: This week rehabilitation providers from across NY are gathering for the Recovery & Rehabilitation Academy in Albany, Nov 20–21! Don’t miss out […]
Today, Monday, November 17th, eleven statewide organizations, including ours, representing mental health and substance use disorder community-based agencies, peers and […]
Alliance Alert: Over the weekend there were troubling developments in the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The Alliance for […]
Alliance Alert: Two new reports outline significant last-minute changes to New York City’s B-HEARD crisis response program, announced by Mayor […]
Alliance Alert: A recent New York Times report outlines a sweeping Trump Administration proposal that would gut permanent supportive housing, undermine […]
On Monday, November 17th, eleven statewide organizations, including ours, representing mental health and substance use disorder community-based agencies, peers and […]
Alliance Alert: A recent New York Focus investigation reveals deeply troubling attempts by the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision […]
Alliance Alert: Rehabilitation providers from across NY are gathering for the Recovery & Rehabilitation Academy in Albany, Nov 20–21. Don’t miss out on […]
Alliance Alert: After 43 days, the federal government has officially reopened following the passage and signing of a bipartisan stopgap […]
November 12, 2025 OMH Funding Opportunity: Forensic Assertive Community Treatment, Central New York Region The New York State Office of […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance’s 16th Annual Recovery & Rehabilitation Academy will take place NEXT WEEK! “From Program to Purpose: Strengthening Recovery […]
Join us for The Annual Orange County Chris Ashman Wellness & Recovery Conference, “Advocacy in Action: Unlocking the Value of […]
Congress Must Protect Affordable Health Coverage as Shutdown Deal Advances! As the Senate moves toward a vote on a bipartisan […]
Alliance Alert: After 40 days of a federal government shutdown, Congress has reached a tentative bipartisan deal to reopen the […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance’s 16th Annual Recovery & Rehabilitation Academy will take place NEXT WEEK! “From Program to Purpose: Strengthening Recovery […]
Alliance Alert: Soteria Houses have long been regarded as one of the most progressive and person-centered and least invasive and […]
Hochul says NY SNAP Benefits to Continue as Long as “Trump Admin Upholds Their Commitment” By Ryan Kost and Caroline Lewis Gothamist November […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is encouraged by Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement that the first New Yorkers will […]
The Alliance for Rights and Recovery urges all members and allies to join national efforts demanding that the federal government […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery share the concerns raised by members of the Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery commends Governor Kathy Hochul and New York State for taking decisive action […]
Good afternoon, The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is conducting its annual Statewide Town Hall with Commissioner Ann […]
Alliance Alert: Two weeks left until the 16th Annual Recovery & Rehabilitation Academy. “From Program to Purpose: Strengthening Recovery Through Community, […]
Alliance Alert: Following are some elements of Mayor Elect Mamdani’s mental health platform that were taken a few weeks ago […]
Alliance Alert: Here’s an update on the attached work of an interdisciplinary Maternal Mental Health Workgroup led by OMH that […]
Alliance Alert: In 2015, the Cuomo Administration moved most OASAS and OMH community-based services into the state’s Medicaid managed care […]
“Know Your Rights” Guidance Issued by NYS Office for New Americans New York Department of State’s Office for New Americans […]
Alliance Alert: Join us to explore how social capital—the power of relationships and connections, can help people find and keep meaningful […]
Alliance Alert: Folks around the nation are extremely worried about the delays in authorizing SNAP benefits in the midst of […]
Newsletters It’s Election Day—here’s what you can expect today and this week By Ballotpedia staff | November 4, 2025 at 6:00 AM […]
Alliance Alert: From our allies in the HALT Solitary campaign: please act today! Stop the suffering! Take Action Today for […]
Alliance Alert: Three weeks left until the 16th Annual Recovery & Rehabilitation Academy. “From Program to Purpose: Strengthening Recovery Through Community, […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is deeply concerned by the federal government’s latest announcement that SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition […]
Thune ‘Optimistic’ About Shutdown Dealby The Hill Staff – 11/03/25 3:32 PM ET Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said Monday he […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is closely monitoring the ongoing crisis surrounding SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits as […]
Alliance Alert: Join us to explore how social capital—the power of relationships and connections, can help people find and keep meaningful […]
More gamesmanship.. the money and the urgency is there. President can take control and use his power to promptly address […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is deeply alarmed by the Trump administration’s devastating cuts to the Substance Abuse and Mental […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery, together with our training partners and the Office of Mental Health, is excited […]
The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is proud to share that our Chief Operating Officer, Len Statham, will be presenting […]
The Alliance for Rights and Recovery, together with our training partners and the New York State Office of Mental Health, […]
We are excited to kick off our Career Quest Series tomorrow, Thursday, October 30th, from 12:00pm-1:00pm! This installment will be a unique opportunity […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is encouraged to see that New York City has achieved a 28% […]
Alliance Alert:The Alliance for Rights and Recovery continues to closely monitor the SNAP funding crisis as the federal government shutdown […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery applauds Governor Kathy Hochul’s actions to fast-track $30 million in funding and […]
2025 OMH Statewide Town Hall – Registration Information OMH is conducting its annual Statewide Town Hall with Commissioner Ann Sullivan, M.D. presenting […]
Decarcerating Care: Lessons in Transforming Crisis ResponseExploring the trajectory of efforts to remove police from mental health crisis response since […]
The 16th Annual Recovery and Rehabilitation Academy, From Program to Purpose: Strengthening Recovery Through Community Connection and Innovation is taking […]
Alliance Alert: please note that “applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to […]
The Alliance for Rights and Recovery encourages you to join a free webinar on October 30, 2025, from 1:00–2:00 PM […]
The Alliance for Rights and Recovery encourages members and partners to take advantage of the free virtual training series from […]
We are excited to kick off our Career Quest Series next Thursday, October 30th, from 12:00pm-1:00pm! This installment will be a unique opportunity […]
Alliance Alert: We at the Alliance are proud to have supported the recently signed legislation replacing the stigmatizing term “Emotionally Disturbed […]
The Alliance for Rights and Recovery, together with our training partners and the New York State Office of Mental Health, […]
Alliance Alert: We welcome the news that New York State’s opioid settlement funds have accrued $35 million in additional interest, […]
The Alliance for Rights and Recovery is proud to join the upcoming “Strengthening the Bonds: Advancing the Conversation on Loneliness” Symposium, taking place November […]
Alliance Alert: The Alliance for Rights and Recovery strongly supports the package of reforms advanced through the Robert Brooks Bill […]
The Alliance for Rights and Recovery invites you to join today’s Regional Advocacy Forum in Rochester! This event is an opportunity to connect with […]
October 21, 2025 Media Advisory:New York State Suicide Prevention Conference Highlights the Importance of Mental Health Supports for Uniformed Personnel […]
