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The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports oversees one of the nation's largest addiction services systems, which encompasses nearly 1600 prevention, treatment, and recovery programs in total. OASAS treatment programs alone assist over 100,000 New Yorkers on any given day and over 250,000 individual New Yorkers every year. The Office also monitors gambling and substance use and a

Photos from NYS OASAS's post 06/19/2026

Our public awareness campaign scored a goal on Long Island last weekend. We brought our message directly to sports fans during a World Cup Watch Party. We’re encouraging New Yorkers to β€˜Take a Pause’ before placing a wager. Beyond the viewing parties, you can also find our campaign on the subway as you travel to and from the games.⚽https://oasas.ny.gov/gambling

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! OASAS remains fully committed to ensuring every New Yorker has access to the opportunity and care.

[Video description: Commissioner Dr. Chinazo Cunningham stands outdoors and addresses the camera, sharing a message about the significance of Juneteenth and the agency's commitment to equity.]

06/18/2026

Season 5 of our podcast is officially live! For over 100 episodes, Addiction: The Next Step has been sharing powerful stories to reduce stigma and share information on the services and supports available in New York State. This season focuses on hearing even more from New Yorkers about their lived experience and recovery. πŸŽ§πŸŽ™οΈ

Tune in on our website or wherever you get your podcasts!
https://oasas.ny.gov/next-step

06/18/2026

OASAS staff recently met with partners from the Ulster Partners for Prevention, which is an opioid settlement funded FORx Coalition. They discussed strategic approaches to addressing the opioid epidemic. The coalition also hosted our team for a facility tour, offering a firsthand look at their vital work in the community. 🌟

06/16/2026

We're back with Season 5 of Addiction: The Next Step podcast!

In our latest episode, discover how teen experimentation led one woman from her storybook childhood to life on the streets, before discovering a path to recovery.

Tune in to "Past the Picket Fence" on our website, YouTube or wherever you enjoy your podcasts. πŸŽ§πŸŽ™οΈ
https://oasas.ny.gov/podcast/past-picket-fence

Photos from NYS OASAS's post 06/15/2026

Diverse teams. Stronger communities. Team OASAS was proud to march in the Capital Pride Parade in Albany this weekend. Thank you to everyone who made it a beautiful day of unity and pride. πŸ³β€πŸŒˆ

Photos from NYS OASAS's post 06/11/2026

We joined the National Association of Social Workers conference at the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College last month to promote our Addiction Professionals Scholarship Program. Discover free scholarship opportunities for individuals pursuing careers in addiction services! Visit our website to learn more. ✨
https://oasas.ny.gov/addiction-professionals-scholarship-program

06/09/2026

More naloxone training dates are now available. Choose from daytime and evening sessions. Join an online training this summer to learn how to potentially save a life! Visit our website to register today. β˜‘οΈ


https://oasas.ny.gov/upcoming-naloxone-trainings

06/06/2026

The 158th running of the Belmont Stakes takes place today at Saratoga Race Course. If you feel like gambling is becoming a problem, take a pause. Visit our website to learn about the services and supports available, including free financial counseling.πŸ“’ https://oasas.ny.gov/gambling


[Video description: Exciting sports scenes blend with Take a Pause campaign elements, featuring a gold pause sign and race horses, encouraging viewers to pause before wagering and visit the OASAS website to take a survey about their gambling behaviors.]

06/05/2026

If you’re struggling financially because of gambling, free financial counseling is available from GamFin. Take your first steps toward financial recovery by booking an appointment today!


[Video description: Exciting sports scenes blend with individuals using mobile phones and device encouraging viewers to go to the OASAS website to receive free financial advice from GamFin.]

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