After the funeral and tragic loss of a community member, Westchester County, NY, community
leaders, family members and friends gathered in a church parking lot, desperate to prevent another
loss due to addiction and suicide. Ready to take charge to break down the stigma around getting
help for addiction and mental health purposes, and eradicate this issue in their community and
others, founder, Deanna Riccardi, formed Care Coalition in 2018. Composed of local business owners,
teachers, town board members and members of the community of all ages with all different stories,
Care Coalition was born with the goal of supporting those in need and steering them towards the
resources and treatment they are seeking, without any judgement and full inclusivity.
Connecting those in need with those who care.
BY BRIANNA ROBERTIELLO
CARE COALITION:
LOVE NEVER GIVES UP
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