FLACRA Achieves National Accreditation for Peer Recovery Support Services and Training Program

Finger Lakes Area Counseling & Recovery Agency (FLACRA) has received national accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Peer Recovery Support Services (CAPRSS)—becoming the first organization in New York State to achieve this honor. This 3-year accreditation reflects FLACRA’s commitment to evidence-based, person-centered care and recognized best practices in peer recovery services. FLACRA’s Connections Rounded Recovery, a Recovery Community Outreach Center, offers peer-led programs rooted in dignity, empowerment, and real-world recovery outcomes.

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FLACRA Achieves National Accreditation for Peer Recovery Support Services and Training Program

Finger Lakes, NY – 03/2025 – Finger Lakes Area Counseling & Recovery Agency (FLACRA) is proud to announce that with its Recovery Community Outreach Center (RCOC), Connections Rounded Recovery, it has been awarded a three-year national accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Peer Recovery Support Services (CAPRSS). FLACRA is the first organization in New York State to receive this distinguished recognition.

This achievement underscores FLACRA’s commitment to evidence-based practices and delivering high-quality, peer-led recovery services rooted in integrity, accountability, and person-centered care. The CAPRSS accreditation process evaluates programs based on rigorous standards including recovery principles, ethical service delivery, peer leadership development, governance, and service oversight.

“It has been my pleasure and privilege to lead our peer accreditation team and peer program to this significant achievement,” said Noah Welker, Sr. Director of Recovery Community Centers at FLACRA: Connections.

“Receiving the 3-year accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Peer Recovery Support Services is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our team. I look forward to continuing to strengthen and build on the Peer Recovery Services we provide to those we serve, ensuring they receive the highest level of support on their journey to recovery.”

A Legacy of Peer Empowerment

FLACRA’s journey began in the Finger Lakes region over 50 years ago with a foundational belief that individuals in recovery can guide and inspire others toward healing.

“This accreditation reflects something much deeper than a seal of approval, it honors the heart of our work,” said Jennifer Carlson, President & CEO of FLACRA.

“From the very beginning, FLACRA has believed that people in recovery are the experts of their own journey. We’ve built a community where lived experience is not just valued—it drives real, lasting change. I’m incredibly proud of our peer support team for leading with empathy, excellence, and a belief in what’s possible.”

Connections Rounded Recovery: A Hub for Peer Recovery Support

FLACRA’s Recovery Community Outreach Centers offer safe, welcoming, peer-led environments in Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties. Services include:

12-Step Recovery Meetings (A.A., N.A., and more)
Family Support via the CRAFT model
Women’s Empowerment Groups
Employment & Vocational Support
Certified Peer Recovery Advocate (CRPA) Training & Development
Connections Begin: Youth Clubhouse

With over 75 Certified Recovery Peer Advocates, FLACRA seamlessly integrates peer support across all levels of care, from entry-level Outreach and Engagement to the organizations executive leadership team. This approach builds trust and fosters lasting recovery through shared experience, mentorship, and ongoing connection.

Join FLACRA's Peer Support Team

This National Accreditation through CAPRSS not only validates FLACRA’s commitment to recovery excellence, it also opens the door for those seeking careers in the peer support field. At FLACRA, Certified Peer Recovery Advocates are

If you're passionate about helping others and looking for a meaningful, advancing career in peer support, now is the time to join a nationally accredited team that values lived experience, professional growth, and community impact. Apply today at www.flacra.org/career-opportunities

About FLACRA

Founded in 1973, FLACRA is a private, not-for-profit behavioral health agency serving individuals and families across the Finger Lakes region affected by substance use, mental health disorders, and co-occurring conditions. Services include outpatient and residential treatment, mobile crisis services, peer recovery support, and family-based care. With over 500 employees, FLACRA continues to lead with innovation, inclusion, and excellence.

To learn more, visit www.flacra.org or call (833) 435-2272

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