RISE Recovery Community Outreach Center

10/20/2026

Check out November's Food $en$e Menu!

10/19/2026

MONSTERS ARE TAKING OVER

Something spooooky is lurking around every corner, but don't worry! Our monsters are ready for some family friendly Halloween fun!

Join us for our Monster Mash! Our Monster-Themed Haunted House on October 30th from 5:00PM - 8:00PM!

Bring the whole family and make your way through a haunted house filled with mischievous monsters and plenty of Halloween surprises!

Costumes are encouraged, bravery is optional!
Come see what monsters are waiting for you, if you dare!

10/30 @ 5:00PM

10/15/2026

Tai Chi- Friday, Nov. 6th, 2026, 10:00 AM at RISE!

We're grateful to be offered a Tai Chi demonstration and intro class, generously hosted by Master John Garrett of Garrett's Martial Arts Academy in Utica.

Come join us, all levels are welcome!

📍 500 West Albany St. Herkimer, NY 13350
Call RISE with any questions! 315-219-5393

10/14/2026

A huge thank-you to all of our Members and friends who joined us for our Recovery Dinner Party at the end of September! We loved having the opportunity to come together, share a meal, dance, laugh, and celebrate each other. This event was all about showing our Members how much they are appreciated and how important you are to our RISE community!

Addiction recovery is important because it involves more than just abstaining from substances. It’s about building support systems, creating stability, and fostering a community where people feel connected and supported. Events like this serve as a reminder that recovery does not have to be a solitary journey.

Thank you for being part of our community, for showing up, and for reminding us what recovery is all about. We appreciate each and every one of you! 🫶

Here’s to recovery, connection, and many more reasons to celebrate together!

10/08/2026

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10/07/2026

10/07/2026

🧡 October is National Substance Use Prevention Month!

Prevention happens every day—and it starts with people who are passionate about creating healthier, stronger communities.

Throughout October, we’ll be introducing you to the dedicated staff behind the Herkimer County Prevention Council (HCPC). From working with youth and college students to providing community education, training, outreach, and awareness, each member of our team plays an important role in making prevention happen across Herkimer County.

👋 Follow along this month as we Meet the People Behind Prevention and highlight the people, programs, and passion that make our prevention work possible!

Because prevention isn’t just a program—it’s a community effort. 🧡

10/07/2026

💜KNOW IT: Sometimes the Signs Are Easy to Miss

Domestic violence doesn’t always come with obvious signs.

Sometimes, it’s the small changes in someone you know that make you wonder if something isn’t quite right.

Maybe they don’t come around as much anymore. They start canceling plans or stop doing things they used to enjoy. They seem nervous when their partner calls. They check in with their partner constantly or seem like they need permission before making plans. They become quieter, less confident, or simply don’t seem like themselves.

Individually, these things may not immediately make you think of domestic violence. But changes in someone’s behavior can be worth paying attention to, especially when there seems to be fear or control within their relationship.

You don’t have to know for sure what’s happening before you reach out.

You don’t have to confront their partner.
You don’t have to convince them to leave.
And you don’t have to have all the answers.

Sometimes, simply saying “I’ve noticed you haven’t seemed like yourself lately. Is everything okay?” can open a door.

If they choose to talk, listen. Believe them. Avoid judgment. Remind them that you’re there and that support is available when they’re ready.

💜 Sometimes the signs are easy to miss. Knowing what to look for can help us be there when someone needs us most.

KNOW IT. NAME IT. CHANGE IT.

📞 Domestic Violence Program of Herkimer County
24-Hour Hotline: 315-866-0458
24-Hour Support Line: 315-895-8838