Recently, The Turning Point, Friends of Recovery Dedicated to Others (FOR-DO) celebrated their four year anniversary. From left to right; FOR-DO Assistant Director Kyle LaFever, FOR-DO Executive Director Debra Berrios, FOR-DO Youth Clubhouse Program Manager Tim France, Director of Community Affairs for Congressman Josh Riley, Faith Vavra, and City of Norwich Mayor Robert Jeffrey. (Photo by Kelli Miller)

NORWICH — Recently, The Turning Point, Friends of Recovery Dedicated to Others (FOR-DO) celebrated their four year anniversary with scores of community members attending to support the program in a special celebration of hope.

The event showcased accomplishments for the program while addressing concerns for the programs’ future as their federal funding expires at the end of June, possibly bringing a loss of resources and downsizing of staff.

With high hopes to continue providing services to individuals with addictive disorders, Turning Point Executive Director Debra Berrios previously approached the City of Norwich Mayor Robert Jeffrey and other officials over many months in support of finding additional funding.

“The City of Norwich has continued to work with our federal and state officials to advocate for any additional available dollars that can assist FOR-DO in keeping their location open here in Chenango County,” said Jeffrey.

“This location is really important to help end addiction in Chenango County as it helps close crucial service gaps for those in our community who are looking for recovery,” he added.

Berrios remained positive during the celebration and welcomed the packed room of officials, volunteers, employees, business owners and friends.

“First of all, it’s wonderful that we’re here and it’s a fantastic event,” said Berrios. “A lot of community people have showed up in support of us and want us to stay here,”