💜 Recovery Is REAL – Join Us for Suffolk County’s National Recovery Month Kick-Off! 💜

Join Suffolk County’s National Recovery Month Kick-Off for a day of inspiration, education, and community support celebrating the message that recovery is possible and hope is powerful. 

Kick off National Recovery Month with a free community event dedicated to celebrating recovery, reducing stigma, and connecting individuals and families with valuable resources and support services.

Whether you’re in recovery, supporting a loved one, working in the behavioral health field, or simply interested in learning more, everyone is welcome to attend.

The event will feature:

• Inspiring guest speakers

• A special Youth Speaker from Outreach sharing their recovery journey

• Narcan training

• Community resources and support services

• Recovery information and education

• Opportunities to connect with local organizations dedicated to helping individuals and families thrive

Featured speakers include:

• Dr. Sylvia Diaz, PhD, LMSW – Deputy County Executive for Health, Human Services & Education

• Anthony Rizzuto, LMSW, CASAC-Master Counselor, CAI-II – Director of Provider Relations, Seafield Center

• Special Youth Speaker from Outreach

• Jason Byron – Suffolk County Police Department Emergency Medical Service Officer, presenting Narcan Training

Together, the community will celebrate the message that Recovery Is REAL: Restoring Every Aspect of Life for Everyone.

Wednesday, September 2, 2026
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

H. Lee Dennison Building
100 Veterans Memorial Highway
Hauppauge, NY

Cost – Free.

Registration is requested. To register CLICK HERE

For more information, call LICADD at (516) 747-2606 or email Sharon Richmond at followtruenorth1@gmail.com.

National Recovery Month raises awareness that recovery is possible, celebrates the strength and resilience of individuals and families, and encourages communities to support hope, healing, and recovery for all.