The Alliance for Rights and Recovery (NYAPRS)
@Alliance4RR
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The Alliance advances the recovery, rehabilitation, and rights of people with psychiatric disabilities. We are peers and providers proving recovery works.
Albany, NY
Joined September 2008
Being employed gives us purpose, a routine and we meet new people. But did you know that it also reduces symptoms and hospitalizations? Working helps with the healing, so help someone get a job today! For training, contact us at Ruthcw@nyaprs.org #mentalhealth #recovery
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Investing in behavioral health = stronger communities, families & quality of life for all. On Feb 4 @ NYS Capitol, we called for a 7.8% budget increase in rates/contracts for mental health & substance use disorder services! Take action: 📸: @MHAacrossNYS
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WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Have you tried our meditations and yoga sessions? They are open to all and can be found on our homepage at and on YouTube. Try it... you'll like it! #wellnesswednesdays; #mentalhealth #wellness #mindfulness #yoga
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February is International Boost #SelfEsteem Month! This month can serve as a great reminder of the critical role self-esteem plays in #recovery, community participation, and hope. Take time this month to build confidence & celebrate worth––for yourselves & the people around you.
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Happy #BlackHistoryMonth! Black people, professionals & advocates make behavioral health & recovery more equitable, culturally-competent & inclusive. Every month, let’s listen, learn & amplify Black voices to ensure that recovery & wellness are accessible for all. #BHM #BHM2025
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Happy #LunarNewYear! We honor the diverse traditions of our communities & recommit to building equity & inclusion in behavioral health care & recovery. Let’s make a future of hope, strength & transformation. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year! #YearOfTheSnake
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This Intl Holocaust Remembrance Day, let's support ppl in recovery from the horrors & trauma of genocide & organize as a global community to recognize & stand firmly against the violence of genocide, ethnic cleansing, forced displacement & political persecution.
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Happy #MLKDay! #MLK's advocacy teaches that progress requires deep structural change. As we #advocate for culturally competent care, #equitable access to critical resources like housing, & better quality of life, #antiracism is essential to self-determination & #RecoveryForAll.
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100,000+ Certified Peer Specialists & counting! Check out this new map from @UICHealthRRTC showing the number, type, & #Medicaid reimbursement status of #BehavioralHealth CPSs in 2023-2024. Please spread the word!
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January is #MentalWellnessMonth! Join us as we promote awareness of mental health, its impact on our lives & the importance of wellbeing. Then, take some time to reflect, assess & shift your approach to mental health––& then have that conversation with your community members!
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#HappyNewYear! 2025 brings with it a lot of change and challenge as well as chances for us to deepen our community ties and ability to advocate for ourselves. We can make this year a turning point for healing, hope, and accessible recovery! #NewYearsDay
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Today is #NewYearsEve! We hope you get a chance to gather with loved ones, reflect on the past year, and ring in the new one. This can be an overwhelming day to navigate for people in recovery. We want you to know that we recognize your courage and that you’re not alone.
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Joyous #Kwanzaa! This occasion reminds us of the power of culture & connection in healing. As we honor our diverse histories, we recommit to supporting one another in recovery, advocating for cultural competence and equitable access across resources and behavioral healthcare.
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As many of us gather to celebrate Christmas, it’s worth remembering that the holidays can be difficult. Join us in advocating for resources, care & understanding for everyone navigating their relationship to recovery. & for those who celebrate: #MerryChristmas!
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Recovery is a human right that should be self-directed, supported & free from coercion. This #HumanRightsDay, let's fight for accessible recovery resources & programs that empower people to navigate recovery in their own time in communities of choice.
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PEER STORY: Anna has been hospitalized for 6 years and was known to be "combative" on the unit. Since connecting with our Peer Bridger, Anna has been completely incident free for over 8 months! PLEASE CONGRATULATE OUR PEER DIVISION FOR DOING SUCH TRANSFORMATIVE WORK!
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Everyone deserves a recovery journey free from coercion, characterized by dignity, respect & choice. This #GivingTuesday, support work defending the rights of individuals with mental health, substance use & trauma-related challenges @ . #EndForcedTreatment
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Dec is Natl Stress-Free Family Holidays Month! Many of us navigate loved ones & isolation, big purchases & colder weather; stress can feel inevitable. Take some time to relieve your stress; check out @NYSomh “Stress Management Tips for the Holidays” at
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It's #WorldAIDSDay! We all have a role in the work to #EndTheEpidemic, whether mental health support, harm reduction advocacy, or standing against stigma. Let's ensure prevention, treatment & care for HIV/AIDS is accessible, culturally competent & equitable for all. #WorldAIDSDay
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Thank our community members & advocates for their dedication to accessible & inclusive recovery. Holidays can be a challenging time for many of us. You are seen, valued & never alone. Today and every day, we hope you can spend time with loved ones, rest & eat delicious foods.
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