Acknowledgements
A project of this size and scope could not be developed alone. There were many people who contributed to the development, implementation and coordination of this project. I wanted to extend special thanks to Gabriel Caro for his careful and tireless work designing and developing the website and related technology. Kathryn Allegrini worked diligently to develop the variety of documents and materials that were part of the participant enrollment process. Chrissy Thurmond, Jeanne Blake, and Tom Yaroschuk were wise advisors about how to organize, implement and manage the Expressions project. On the technical side, Walt Zimmerman and Jonathan Tyer were generous with their consultations about photographic equipment and procedures. James Oppenheim was a diligent reviewer about the website and its organization.
A variety of people were very helpful in identifying sponsors for this project. Kathy Scanlan, Peter Emerson, Mark Esterly, Jonathan Tyer, and Michael Mulvey were instrumental in helping assure support for this project.
Last, but certainly not least, I wanted to express my very special thanks to each of the participants in this project. They let me into their lives, told me their stories, and let me take their photographs. They represent just how fragile we all can be under certain circumstances. They also represent the tenacity of the human spirit.
Howard J. Shaffer, Ph.D.
Expressions of Addiction was sponsored by:
The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health (formerly the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling) is a private, non-profit health agency dedicated to reducing the social, financial and emotional costs of problem gambling. The Council provides information, education, advocacy and referral services for problem gamblers, their loved ones and the greater community.
Zylight brings advanced, rock-solid LED lighting to the entertainment production industry. From run-and-gun electronic news gathering to Hollywood soundstages, their team has been there with over 40 years combined industry experience. Zylight is a member of the National Association of Broadcasters, NABET, IBEW, IATSE, and actively works in the industry every day.
Back Nine USA designs, manufactures, and sells over 25 Back Nine USA branded headwear and apparel products through their website and several retail locations throughout New England. Back Nine USA also continues to design and manufacture custom headwear and golf accessories for private label companies such as Callaway Golf, Ben Hogan, Odyssey, Top Flite and Cruzan Rum.
Cheryl A. Lewin
Gaming Solutions & Associates
Gaming Solutions and Associates is a consulting firm specializing in strategies and implementation of programs for the development of responsible gaming practices.
Larry L. Lewin
Lewin International, LLC
Lewin International, LLC is a consulting firm specializing in the design, development, marketing, management and the re-positioning of hotel and casino complexes.
Expressions of Addiction was featured on About Health TV, a half-hour talk show. This program, co-produced by the City of Boston and Family Health Productions, aired in the following cities: Boston; Atlanta; Denver; Detroit; San Diego; Phoenix; St. Louis; Cleveland; Spokane; Miami; Orlando; Arlington; Texas; Jersey City, New Jersey; and Athens, Ohio. About Health TV aired on the patient channels at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Boston’s Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital.
These outlets have provide considerable exposure for this project, this cause, and its associated supporters and sponsors.
As an Expressions of Addiction sponsor you’ll gain appreciation from your colleagues, customers and peers, who will recognize your commitment to addiction treatment and recovery, as well as the community at large.
For additional information on sponsorship opportunities, write to us at info@divisiononaddiction.com. We will gladly respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.
Thank you.