Press release As the result of a remarkable expansion of services over the years, the leadership at Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse has decided to give the nonprofit agency a new name that reflects its mission of “person-centered care.” Effective Sept. 18, GCASA will be known as UConnectCare …
By Mike PettinellaGCASA Publicist Providing a safe and secure place to live for women battling substance use disorder, including those with children, is yet another vital phase of the mission of Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse to offer a wide spectrum of care. “This project is only one …
With a renewed emphasis on health and wellness, the administration at Genesee Community College is confident that a two-year grant to provide alcohol and drug prevention services through Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse will make a positive difference in students’ lives.(Provided photo-Patty Chaya, left, Genesee Community College dean …
MOUD PANELISTS: Participants in Wednesday’s MOUD Anti-Stigma and Awareness Town Hall” at the Genesee County Office for the Aging are, from left, Dr. Samantha Gray, Randi Johnson, Reilly Climenhaga, moderator Paul Pettit, Kate Gregory, Daniel Hauck and Scott Davis. (Provided photo) By Mike PettinellaGCASA Publicist Treating someone struggling with substance use …
As the deadly drug fentanyl wreaks havoc in the United States, resulting in more than 100,000 deaths last year according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the use of psychostimulants also continues at an alarming rate. By Mike PettinellaGCASA Publicist Nearly one in five overdose deaths involve cocaine, …
Looking back at Scott Davis’ journey to recovery, it is clear to see that the Orange County native and former Batavian was ahead of his time. By Mike PettinellaGCASA Publicist Davis took his first sip of alcohol at the age of 11, escalated his drug use to LSD and ecstasy …
Press release No matter who we are or where we come from, we all know at least one person affected by opioid use disorder. Since 2018, there have been 59 fatal opioid overdoses in Genesee County, with 16 additional deaths still pending official causes of death as of February 2023. …
Press release The director of the Prevention department at Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse is applauding the results of the alcohol compliance checks conducted last month by local law enforcement. “Of the 60 retail establishments that were visited, 57 of them were in compliance,” said Shannon Ford, who …
By Mike PettinellaGCASA Publicist Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse leadership and staff on Wednesday afternoon celebrated Dr. Bruce Baker’s many years of dedicated service to the agency. Chief Executive Officer John Bennett, at the organization’s annual holiday luncheon, applauded Baker’s work as GCASA’s medical director. “Bruce has been …
Press release Caring about the community’s wellness is the underlying theme of a joint effort of the City of Batavia Police Department and Genesee County Sheriff’s Office to conduct alcohol compliance checks at retail businesses this month. “Our department continues to partner with prevention educators at Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism …