March 12, 2020
To our THRIVE community: The health and safety of our participants, facilitators, volunteers and staff is important to us. Due to the unfortunate circumstance of the coronavirus outbreak, we are announcing preventative health measures to protect all who enter our Centers in both Hauppauge and Westbury. At this time we will be cancelling special events that draw large crowds of 50 or more, per CDC recommendations. As of today the events that will be cancelled include: Come meet OASAS (scheduled for March 12th in Suffolk); Keeping it Green Dance (scheduled for March 14th in Nassau); and Open House Party (scheduled for March 27th in Nassau).
Groups will continue as scheduled, however, we reserve the right to limit group size to ensure safety precautions for all participants and facilitators; and to ensure we are providing all possible areas for support we will be setting up virtual methods for communication and continue to offer free one on one recovery coach sessions Should we need to make any changes to our groups we will be sure to communicate with facilitators and participants. THRIVE is committed to making every effort to not interrupt important recovery services. As we continue to monitor the coronavirus and communications from State, Federal and County organizations, we will continue to keep the THRIVE community up to date. As a reminder, the best way to protect yourself and others is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The CDC recommends the following:
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Stay home if you have traveled in the last 14 days, or if you have been in contact with someone who has traveled in the last 14 days.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 30 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol, if soap and water are not available.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
Thank you,
THRIVE Staff
Thrive Recovery Center Programming/Activities Calendars:
Thrive Suffolk - March 2020 Virtual Programming
Thrive Nassau - April 2020 Virtual Programming
About Us
THRIVE is Transformation, Healing, Recovery, Inspiration, Validation and Empowerment
Thrive Suffolk opened in March 2017 as Long Island’s first recovery community and outreach center. This free and non-clinical center opened in response to the heroin and opioid epidemic sweeping across the country. Due to the success of Thrive Suffolk and the continued need for services and support in our communities, Thrive Nassau was opened in June 2019.
Our Program
Since opening our doors in March 2017, THRIVE has been helping individuals and families find, maintain and strengthen their recovery.
Services
Here you will find a safe and sober place that will support and reinforce your recovery. THRIVE offers:
- Peer-based support, navigation assistance and referral services
- Interactive educational programs that promote wellness, economic prosperity and civic engagement
- A safe, welcoming haven for substance-free recreational and social activities
Nassau Calendar
Suffolk Calendar
To our Thrive Community: As the health and safety of our participants, facilitators, volunteers and staff is important to us, we have taken preventative health measures to protect all who enter our Centers in both Hauppauge and Westbury. We will be reducing hours to be onsite at Suffolk Thrive Monday - Saturday 1-9 but will be available via phone by calling this number during our normal hours of operation (631-822-3396) 10-8 Monday - Thursday and Friday and Saturday 10-10. We will be reducing hours to be onsite at Nassau Thrive Monday - Saturday 12-4 but will be available via phone by calling this number during our normal hours of operation (516-765-7600- Nassau 10-8 Monday - Thursday and Friday and Saturday 10-10. We will be offering recovery coach sessions via phone during normal operating hours, as well as a full calendar of virtual support services, including online meetings. In lieu of in-person gatherings, THRIVE events will now be held virtually across various digital and social media platforms. Please visit our Calendar page for a full list and directions to access our THRIVE Nassau and Suffolk virtual events. Should you need immediate assistance, LICADD's hotline is available 24/7 at 631-979-1700 or you can call Long Island Crisis Center at 516-679-1111. THRIVE is committed to making every effort to not interrupt important recovery services and to find alternative methods of doing so in light of this public health crisis. As we continue to monitor the coronavirus and communications from State, Federal and County organizations, we will continue to keep the THRIVE community up to date. As a reminder, the best way to protect yourself and others is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The CDC recommends the following: • Stay home when you are sick • Stay home if you have traveled in the last 14 days, or if you have been in contact with someone who has traveled in the last 14 days • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 30 seconds •Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol, if soap and water are not available • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
Our Operating Agencies
Family & Children’s Association (FCA) leads the operations and oversight of THRIVE Recovery Community and Outreach Center in partnership with the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (LICADD), Long Island Recovery Association (LIRA), and Families in Support of Treatment (F.I.S.T.). THRIVE is funded by the NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) and through private contributions.