Our Board Members
Board President
Bishop Steven Evans
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Pastor of Leap of Faith Ministries
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President of Apostolic Brothers United
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Apostolic Brothers/Sisters United Board member.
Board Vice President
Jimmy O'Connor
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Executive Director of the Second Story Foundation
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Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
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Degree in Addiction Studies
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Program Manager and Childcare worker
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Secretary
Jennifer Tait
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As a lifelong resident of Joliet and someone in recovery for 8 years, I am deeply committed to advocating for recovery within my community. My journey has instilled in me a passion for bringing positivity to Joliet and giving back to the city that has shaped me.
Treasurer
Paul Hempel
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Recovery Centers of America
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Business Development Officer/Treatment Advocate
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Russell Recovery Homes
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Operations Manager
Board Member
Connie Dewall , CADC
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Program Manager for Will County Substance Use Initiatives​
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Certified Recovery Support Specialist
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​Recovery Coach​
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Program Manager for Rapid Response Program
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Degree in Applied Psychology
Board Member
Tracy Thurston
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BS in Special Education from Northern Illinois
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20 year of teaching students with disabilities
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Certified Drug Counselor with CADC
Board member
Troy Green, CADC
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Recovery Support Coordinator at Gateway Foundation
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Part-Time Counselor at Stepping Stones
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Certified Recovery Support Specialist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
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​Passionate Advocate and Collaborative Leader in Recovery
Executive Director
Heather Drew
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Founder of Solid Ground Sober Living
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Board President Solid Ground Families Foundation, NFP
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Rapid Response Team
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​Dedicated Recovery Advocate in Will County for 10+years
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