U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer Fighting for New York
Schumer: After more than 500 opioid-related deaths since 2021 in Erie County alone, Schumer seeks $3.2 billion increase in fed funds to strengthen critical prevention, treatment and recovery efforts, boost law enforcement to stop drug traffickers and save lives.
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BestSelf surpassed early goals for 24-7 Virtual Medicated Assisted Treatment Centers
BestSelf Behavioral Health, in partnership with Congressman Brian Higgins
and numerous program partners, today announced that they have surpassed early goals for its
innovative 24-7 Virtual Medicated Assisted Treatment Centers for individuals with opioid use
disorder. In just three months, the program has serviced more than 50 individuals with
substance use disorders. Those seeking treatment can access the on-call care directly without a
referral from a physician or treatment center.
Mental Health Aid for Black Men bumps into culture
Few seeking help after Tops shooting
by Angelea Preston
Samuel Herbert, 73, was watching the news this month when he saw that there would be a healing session at the Frank E. Merriweather Library on Jefferson Avenue for anyone who wanted to discuss how they were dealing with the trauma and aftermath of the May 14 mass shooting at Tops Markets on Jefferson Avenue.
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Tops Gives Back to Local Non-Profits
Tops Gives Back to Local Non-Profits as Part of Cheektowaga, NY Grand Re-Opening
Williamsville, N.Y. – As Tops continues to celebrate its Grand Re-Opening celebration of its
Cheektowaga, NY store located at 3865 Union Rd., it would be remiss if it didn’t thank its partners
in the community for their support over the years. We are grateful for their support not only of
Tops, but the community at large, helping to make Cheektowaga a wonderful place to live, work,
and raise our families. Read full article here.
Buffalo Niagara Partnership Welcomes New Members to Organization’s Cabinet and Board of Directors
Buffalo Niagara Partnership Welcomes New Members to Organization’s Cabinet and Board of Directors
Regional Business Leaders Join Buffalo Niagara Partnership’s Board
Buffalo, NY – The Buffalo Niagara Partnership, the area’s regional chamber of commerce and privately‐funded economic development organization, is pleased to announce recent changes to its Board of Directors.
Learn MoreRenaissance Addiction Services, Inc. Joins BestSelf Behavioral Health, Inc.
The treatment aspect of the Kids Escaping Drugs Renaissance Campus will be transitioning from Renaissance Addiction Services, Inc. (RASI) to BestSelf Behavioral Health. This partnership will provide stronger programming and additional resources to the young people we serve especially regarding mental health. We look forward to working together!
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