Nov 18, 2024 | UConnectCare
By Mike Pettinella Just as he did when he was drinking and partying, LeRoyan Justin Stimson isn’t holding back in his role as a certified recovery peer advocate and addiction recovery coach at UConnectCare (formerly Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance...
Oct 25, 2024 | UConnectCare
By Mike Pettinella UConnectCare has promoted Jessica Ferry to the position of Assistant Chief Fiscal Officer. John Bennett, chief executive officer of the nonprofit agency (formerly Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse), announced the promotion of...
Oct 16, 2024 | UConnectCare
By Mike Pettinella The “scene” is set for UConnectCare’s Prevention Department to “direct” local school and community projects during this month’s Red Ribbon Week, which is draping itself in the theme, “Life is a Movie, Film Drug Free.” Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s...
Oct 16, 2024 | UConnectCare
By Mike Pettinella Understanding that creative expression serves as a therapeutic means toward healing and self-esteem, the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Genesee County and UConnectCare are partnering to sponsor the Grateful for Recovery art show throughout...
Sep 11, 2024 | UConnectCare
By Mike Pettinella As someone in recovery for more than four decades, Linda Ackley knows what those struggling with substance use are going through. Now in her 22nd year at UConnectCare (formerly Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse), Ackley is a...
Sep 5, 2024 | UConnectCare
By Mike Pettinella “Come and celebrate the grand opening of The Recovery Station. Be among the first to experience our new kitchen and discover your favorite spot in town.” With that clear invitation, Luke Granger, director of Recovery Services at UConnectCare...
