2023 Annual Report
Faces & Voices of Recovery is dedicated to advancing peer support services and recovery efforts everywhere. From Recovery Capital Popups and webinars, to exciting conferences and educational campaigns with industry giants, like SAMHSA, we keep ourselves moving toward progress. We are deeply committed to representing our community and elevating its voice at every opportunity.
A Message from the CEO
Patty McCarthy
Patty McCarthy, M.S., has been the Chief Executive Officer of Faces & Voices of Recovery since 2015. Prior to joining Faces & Voices, she was a senior associate with the Center for Social Innovation (C4), where she served as a deputy director of SAMHSA’s BRSS TACS initiative. Patty served for a decade as the director…
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Board Members
David Mineta
David K. Mineta has been the President and CEO of Momentum for Mental Health since August of 2015. From 2010 to 2015, Mr. Mineta served as a Presidential appointee in the position of Deputy Director of Demand Reduction for the Office of National Drug Control Policy for the White House Drug Policy Office. In 1996,…
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David Mineta
Board Chairperson, (location), 2023
Lawrence Medina
Mr. Lawrence Medina has over 27 years of experience managing successful nonprofits serving individuals confronting addiction and criminal justice issues in urban, rural, and frontier communities. As a consultant he has also brought expertise in program design and development, fiscal management, strategic planning, marketing, and continuous quality improvement, to many programs. He is the Executive Director of the Rio Grande…
Elizabeth Edwards
Considered a thought leader in the recovery movement, Elizabeth Edwards is a singer songwriter, recording artist and a person in longterm recovery from substance use disorder. She is a speaker and advocate for recovery causes and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Faces & Voices of Recovery. Her message of hope, healing, and…
Philander Moore
Philander E Moore, Sr, is a retired Texas Health and Human services employee of 27 years, where he served as the Unit Manager for the Substance Use Disorder section. He orchestrated the implementation of the Texas Recovery Initiative in (2010), and the first Recovery-oriented System of Care (ROSC) in Texas. He has a Masters of…
Matt Boggs
Matt Boggs is the CEO and co-founder of Ryker Douglas which provides consulting for the creation of synergistic treatment and recovery systems across the nation, including property development and acquisition. He has worked in various leadership roles throughout the substance use disorder treatment and recovery field, including as the Executive Director of a statewide nonprofit…
Colin Cash
Colin Cash is an enrolled member of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. Colin cares deeply for his tribe, meaning both fellow members of the Mille Lacs Band, and also those he shares his time and journey with. Colin has served as a motivational speaker, cheerleader, listener, resource broker, and connection maker for various community…
Evan Done
Evan Done began as a volunteer at Utah’s statewide recovery community organization, the Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Awareness (USARA), in 2015 and has extensive experience in the non-profit sector. Originally a systems administrator and programmer, he has used his wide array of information technology skills to assist non-profit, social service, and public policy organizations…
Dr. Haner Hernandez
Dr. Hernández, Ph.D., CPS, CADCII, LADCI, is Puerto Rican, bilingual and has worked for over 34 years in the health and human service field developing, implementing, and evaluating culturally and linguistically intelligent youth and adult health prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery support programs. He is a master trainer and facilitator and provides individualized technical assistance…
Kevin Hyer, Esq.
Kevin Hyer, Founder/CEO of The Hyer Calling Foundation, Inc., formed Hyer Calling as part of his own higher calling: to break the stereotypes of addiction that reinforce the stigma which perpetuates it. In doing so, Kevin draws on his background in employment law and HR management to offer the recovery community a second chance at…
Laurie Johnson-Wade
Laurie Johnson-Wade, CRS, CFRS, RSS, CBC, CRC, FPS, RSS Laurie, along with her husband, Dr. VonZell Wade, Co-Founded the Lost Dreams Awakening Recovery Community Organization (RCO), and the LDA Recovery Community Center – a proud member of ARCO. Laurie is a 1993 graduate of Newport Business Institute with a degree in Health Administration. Laurie has…
Ruby Takushi
Ruby Takushi, Ph.D. is a co-founder of the Recovery Café Seattle and currently serves as Director of Programs. The Recovery Café Network was birthed out of that work and in 2016 the first cohort of new Cafes was launched. Ruby is a licensed psychologist. She received her doctorate from Fuller Theological Seminary in 1990 and…
Shelly Weizman, JD
Shelly Weizman, JD is the Associate Director of the Addiction and Public Policy Initiative at the O’Neill Institute for National and GlobalHealth Law at Georgetown University Law Center. She works on a project portfolio focused on the overdose epidemic, barriers to treatment for substance use disorders, public health approaches to drug policies and how law can promote…
Advocacy
➤ Keegan Wicks speaks during the 2023 Recovery Month Luncheon in Washington, DC.
Education Engagement
Hosted 6 educational Recovery Capital Pop-ups to increase community connectedness and promote dialogue on health policy issues.
Policy Impact
Regulatory Influence:
Shaped 6 regulatory measures, including:
- Protecting patient privacy in healthcare regulations (42 CFR Part 2).
- Medicaid and CHIP measure compliance with mental health parity.
Legislative Advocacy:
Actively contributed to 20 bills, playing a pivotal role in:
- Removal of the drug felony ban from SNAP/TANF benefits.
- Support for the Second Chance Act and the Modernizing Opioid Treatment Access Act (MOTAA).
- Endorsement of critical legislature such as the TREATS Act, CARE Act, and other policies supporting families and individuals struggling with SUD.
Public Voice
Influential Recommendations:
- Authored 8 major public communications.
- Contributed to the harm reduction strategy framework, led by SAMSHA’s Office of Recovery, in line with ONDCP's First Year recommendations.
- Advocated for national model standards for Peer Recovery Support Certifications through SAMHSA.
- Publicized a press release cautioning against funding cuts to vital health services by reverting back to FY 22 funding levels.
Congressional Engagement:
Policy Briefing: Co-hosted a Congressional Briefing with American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), American College of Emergency Physicians, American Psychological Association, and American Psychiatric Association to present and endorse four key principles that bolster effective addiction health policy:
- Prioritize prevention, health, wellness, and equity
- Establish universal access to addiction medications as standard of care
- Ensure appropriate coverage of, and reimbursement for, effective addiction care
- Strengthen the addiction care workforce.
Collaborative Events:
White House Involvement: Participated in several White House events, standing in unity with key advocacy groups to reinforce our policy positions.
Capital Hill Presence
This effort underscored our dedication to strengthening the addiction care workforce and the healthcare policies that support recovery and put our country one step closer to becoming a Recovery-Ready Nation.
Hill Day 2023: A Resounding success
- Our Hill Day in 2023 was a remarkable display of advocacy and engagement, achieving impressive reach and influence:
Extensive Participation:
- A robust turnout of 353 participants demonstrated our collective commitment to addressing the nation’s addiction crisis.
Nationwide Representation:
- Participants came from 40 states, making it a truly national event.
Congressional Districts Engaged:
- We touched 157 unique House districts, ensuring that our message resonated across a diverse political landscape.
- Our voices were heard in 78 unique Senate districts, advocating for supportive and effective addiction care policies.
Productive Meetings:
- Our teams held 235 meetings, indicating a deep level of engagement with policy makers.
- Direct dialogue with elected Members of Congress occurred in 37 meetings, providing opportunities to directly influence legislative priorities.
- High-level discussions took place in 70 meetings with Senior-level staff, key players in shaping policy outcomes.
Bipartisan Outreach:
- We engaged with 97 Republican offices, emphasizing the nonpartisan nature of our advocacy.
- Our efforts included 134 meetings with Democrat offices, highlighting our commitment to bipartisan solutions.
- Three meetings with Independent offices showcased our inclusive approach to policy making.
➤ Presenter(s) at the Recovery Leadership Summit and America Honor's Recovery Gala & Dinner in Washington, D.C.
Community Outreach
Recovery Advocacy:
Led events like the Recovery Month Luncheon and Walk for Recovery, in conjunction with other national partners, highlighting community involvement and a shared commitment to recovery.
Throughout 2023, our organization not only participated in but also drove meaningful discussions, legislation, and community actions focused on mental health and substance use disorders. Our collective endeavors have been instrumental in shaping a more just, empathetic, and effective healthcare system.
Recovery Capital Popups
Faces & Voices of Recovery partnered with RCOs across the country to host a series of Recovery Capital Popups.
Attendees by the numbers
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➤ Keegan Wicks presenting during a Recovery Capital Popup event.
"I really appreciate Faces & Voices and the amazing work you do, and the leaps and bounds we've seen when it comes to the discussion of peer support, and the need for preventative measures when it comes to substance use. Please keep fighting with Faces & Voices of Recovery."
Donald Whitehead
National Coalition for the Homeless, Recovery Month Luncheon 2023
J-DEI
➤ Dr. Dietra Hawkins speaks during the 2023 Equity Dinner of the Recovery Leadership Summit in Washington, DC.
J-DEI Impact
- Intentionally recruited new board members to reflect J-DEI focus; create a standard for orientation and onboarding process.
- Developed interview questions for new staff to address J-DEI & Recovery
- Provided opportunities for all staff to train in Foundations of Racial Equity 6-part series
- J-DEI Task Group transitioned to official J-DEI Board Committee with establishment of committee co-chairs.
- Initiated bi-annual Board & Staff meetings series.
- Organizational Culture Assessment Process undertaken with staff & board members.
- Conducted monthly Internal J-DEI Trainings (12) facilitated by BothAnd Partners.
- Partnered with BothAnd to provide Racial Equity Facilitation training for over 30 staff, board members and external stakeholders.
- Equity Dinner Attendance (SOLD OUT)
Programs
ARCO Impact
In 2023, Faces & Voices of Recovery made a pivotal change in transforming its membership program from the Association of Recovery Community Organizations into the Alliance for Recovery Centered Organizations. ARCO’s reach and impact has expanded, broadened, and become more inclusive.
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CAPRSS Impact
Faces & Voices of Recovery is the only accrediting body in the United States for Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs).
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NRI Impact
The National Recovery Institute is Faces & Voices of Recovery’s flagship program, offering trainings, technical assistance, professional development, and more.
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Information Technology
RDP Impact
The Recovery Data Platform (RDP) is the key to unlocking the transformative power of data in recovery, empowering organizations and professionals to make informed decisions, showcase their impact, and drive positive change in the lives of individuals on the path to recovery.
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By the Numbers
Recovery capital assessments completed by year:
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➤ Screenshot of RecoveryNet's events section platform.
The RecoveryNet app to connect, learn, and grow with Peer Specialists across the nation.
Faces & Voices of Recovery is developing a new and exciting digital app for the Peer Specialist community called RecoveryNet. Our goal is to use RecoveryNet to organize Peer Specialists, providing them with a dedicated space to connect, learn, and grow in their careers and provide timely, relevant information regarding advocacy in the PRSS field. Additionally, RecoveryNet offers employment supervision capabilities, enabling program supervisors and managers to effectively oversee and support the professional development and performance of their teams.
We have been working hard to create a platform to facilitate connection, resource exchange, and networking for the Peer Specialist workforce nationally while also providing resources and tools for organizations with or looking to start a Peer Recovery Support Services program. RecoveryNet will be tied in with our current digital product Recovery Data Platform and will be a one-stop-shop for your PRSS needs.
After RecoveryNet launches later this year, additional features will be deployed and integrated into Recovery Data Platform 2.0 (our latest RDP release). As data is a critical factor in determining the success of PRSS, RecoveryNet will enable PRSS providers to log interactions more seamlessly with participants and collect the data needed to track outcomes. RecoveryNet will also allow PRSS programs to support their Peer Specialists through regular assessments, such as the BARC-10, delivered and tracked in a dashboard inside the RecoveryNet app.
- RecoveryNet app started Beta testing
- Release year of 2024/2025.
RecoveryNet is being made possible in collaboration with our funder, The Elevance Health Foundation
RLS & AHR
Recovery Leadership Summit (RLS)
This event celebrates an important recovery advocacy milestone. Faces & Voices is
honored to carry the innovative spirit of the 2001 St. Paul Summit forward more than
20 years later.
Who attends this event?
Recovery Leadership Summit attendees come from all across the nation. They represent advocacy groups, recovery community organizations, recovery housing, high school and collegiate recovery programs, universities, State and Federal government, prevention organizations, national alliances, the healthcare industry, and mental health and substance use treatment agencies.
America Honors Recovery (AHR) Gala & Dinner
Contracts
➤ Make a Change photo by stock
Contracts Impact
- 7x RCO growth over 5 years.
- Generated over $3 million in contract revenue.
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➤ Fun Fact
When Faces & Voices won its first contract with the State of Florida in 2018, there were only 5 Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs) across the entire state. As a direct result of the grassroots organizing, training, and resources we’ve provided since that time, the Florida now has 38 RCOs.
Financials
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