The Safe Foundation, Inc.

We’re very pleased to share that Larisa Manouilovitch recently joined Safe as Marketing Manager. Larisa brings much experience as a marketing professional, including having served several years as Creative Services Manager and in other positions at NYU Langone Health. At Safe, Larisa is leading marketing strategy and managing our website, social media channels, and advertising efforts. We can’t wait to see the amazing things Larisa will bring to Safe! #meettheteam #meetthestaff #thesafefoundation

In 2024, 23% of clinical assessments at Safe were for problem gambling. That is a dramatic increase from just 6% in 2019. There is no question that incidences of problem gambling within our community are on the rise. As such, there is great concern regarding the proposed Gambling Casino license for Coney Island.    To read the full statement from The Safe Foundation’s Board of Directors, as well as for details about the Public Hearing being held on Thursday, January 9 at 7pm by Brooklyn Community Board 13, visit http://bit.ly/4gO8KEy

Drug Crisis panel event hosted by The Safe Foundation. The Safe Foundation, dedicated to counseling, addiction recovery, and preventative education, has been at the forefront of addressing the opioid crisis. Read more in The Jewish Voice to learn about the ways in which Safe works to remove the stigma around substance use and offer life-saving resources that show our community that addiction is a treatable condition: https://bit.ly/3ZRC2ej   #opioidepidemic #fentanyl #drugcrisis #substanceuseaddiction #addictiontherapist #addictiontreatment #addictionrecovery

We were so grateful to be part of last night’s “Empowering Women, Enlightening Lives” event, presented by Neshamos and The Comfort Zone. A truly inspiring evening of connecting with our community, hearing stories of extraordinary resilience, and sharing the resources we offer to those who are navigating life alongside addiction. If you or a loved one needs help, call (718) GET-SAFE. #addictiontreatment #substanceusedisorder #problemgambling #addictiontherapist #addictionrecovery

According to the Wall Street Journal article published on December 20, 2024: "a new type of addict is showing up at Gamblers Anonymous meetings across the country: investors hooked on the market's riskiest trades." The Safe Foundation's Jessica Steinmetz, Clinical Director, Brooklyn clinic, estimates about 10% of patients are seeking help for addictions tied to trading. Read more in the Wall Street Journal https://on.wsj.com/405hlNp. #stockmarketaddiction #onlinetradingaddiction #compulsivegamblinghelp