Our Board Members

Pastor of Leap of Faith Ministries 

President of Apostolic Brothers United

Apostolic Brothers/Sisters United Board member. 

Executive Director of the Second Story Foundation 

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Degree in Addiction Studies

Program Manager and Childcare worker

 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.

Recovery Centers of America 

Business Development Officer/Treatment Advocate 

Russell Recovery Homes

Operations Manager 

Program Manager for Will County Substance Use Initiatives​

Certified Recovery Support Specialist

​Recovery Coach​

Program Manager for Rapid Response Program

Degree in Applied Psychology

BS in Special Education from Northern Illinois 

20 year of teaching students with disabilities 

Certified Drug Counselor with CADC

Recovery Support Coordinator at Gateway Foundation

Part-Time Counselor at Stepping Stones

Certified Recovery Support Specialist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

​Passionate Advocate and Collaborative Leader in Recovery

Founder of Solid Ground Sober Living 

Board President Solid Ground Families Foundation, NFP 

Rapid Response Team

​Dedicated Recovery Advocate in Will County for 10+years