Kimbra Reynolds,
MBA, LCAC, CADAC I, CAPRC II, CPS
Executive Director
Kimbra Reynolds is the Executive Director of the Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition.  She is a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor, Certified Peer Addiction Recovery Coach and holds an MBA specializing in Health Care.  Kimbra has 33 years of successful coalition building, substance use intervention, and prevention experience.   Kimbra serves as Jay County’s representative to the Region 5 Regional Council for Substance Misuse Prevention and Mental Health Promotion and Indiana Criminal Justice Institute’s Local Coordinating Council Advisory Board.  Her 33 years of leadership experience have allowed Kimbra to become a graduate of the National Coalition Academy and past state president of the Indiana Association of Prevention Professionals.  She is a state and national presenter, provides contractual work with various coalitions, and is a local and federal grant reviewer. 

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Jake Martz,
​CAPRC II, CPS
Director of Prevention
Jake Martz, CAPRC2, CPR instructor, and SCM certifications, brings extensive knowledge to
addiction recovery and youth empowerment. For nearly 2 decades, he has worked with youth in
various settings, driven by his own recovery journey to support them. His ability to connect with diverse youth and foster genuine change sets him apart. Jake’s commitment extends to Jay County, where he works to change substance use culture. As a person in long term recovery, Jake’s personal experience uniquely qualifies him to lead our prevention team, reflecting his dedication to positive change. His journey from addiction to recovery fuels his unwavering commitment to helping others, especially youth, navigate their own challenges, making him a
beacon of hope and transformation.

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Ally Raines, CAPRC II
Director of PAST Recovery Services
Since January 2019, I've been a part of the Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition team. Over this time, I've earned certifications as a CAPRC II (Certified Addiction Peer Recovery Coach II) and CSPR-PR (Certified Supervisor of Peer Recovery – Peer Recovery). In June 2023, I was thrilled to step into the role of Director overseeing the recovery division, PAST Recovery Services. Being in long-term recovery myself, I take immense satisfaction in contributing to a devoted team dedicated to aiding individuals on their journey to recovery from substance use disorders. Working with colleagues who share a profound concern for those in need of support is a true pleasure.​

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Stephanie Patterson,
​CPS, AA
Prevention Coordinator
Hey there! I'm Stephanie Patterson, a Prevention Project Coordinator with the Prevention Team at Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition. I wear a few hats here - I facilitate the Suicide-Overdose Fatality Review meetings and lead the Parent Cafes in Jay County. I take pride in being a trainer for QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) and Parent Cafes. Sitting on various committees like Prevent Child Abuse, System of Care, and Prevention Stakeholders meetings is where I feel in my element. Collaborating with others in Jay County is the key to our community's success. Looking ahead, I'm aiming to earn a prevention specialist credential in the next year. Let's keep the momentum going!

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Mekayla Nichols
Marketing Coordinator
I joined the Prevention Team in April 2023. Substance abuse disorder has always been a part of my adult life, although I've been fortunate not to personally experience it. Many of the people I grew up with, and consider friends and family, are currently battling this disorder, and sadly, some very important individuals in my life have lost their fight against it. I wanted to be part of an organization that makes a positive impact every day for those struggling with substance abuse disorder. Some days, all I wish for is to contribute a small effort each day to combat this terrible disorder. 

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Mason Edwards, CPS
Prevention Coordinator
I am Jay County born and raised. I graduated Jay County High School in 2019. I have worked as a Prevention Coordinator at the coalition for a year. I enjoy working here for the difference our programing can make and the connection to the community it brings with it.

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Kenzi McCormic
CPS, BS
Prevention Project Coordinator
Kenzi is a Health Education and Promotion specialist with a bachelors of science and is certified in psychological first aid and skills for psychological recovery. She is a Prevention Project Coordinator on our Prevention team. 

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Josh Stewart,
AAS, CARC
Community Recovery Coordinator
I am Josh Stewart, I am the Community Recovery Coordinator/Supervisor for the community team.  I work as a peer recovery coach and I supervise the recovery team as well as coordinate new referrals that come in.   I am involved with Recovery coaching because I have a desire to help people live their best lives and to help break down the stigma behind substance use disorder and recovery.  I truly believe that everyone deserves a 2nd chance and has the ability to live a life that they deserve!

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Ashley Keen,
CAPRC II
Peer Recovery Coach
I have been blessed to serve as an addiction's recovery coach since 2019 by an organization that makes it their mission to strengthen our community and our people in it. They took a chance on me when others would've passed me by because of my past legal and social issues that stemmed from my substance use disorder and mental health struggles. This sparked the fire of hope for my future and purpose in this life. 4 years later, I am still walking alongside my people in my community on their recovery journey and it never gets old watching my people be sparked with hope and finding their own purpose in this life. That's a paycheck in itself and its priceless! 
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Sara Mann,
​CAPRC II
Peer Navigator
I was born and raised in Hamilton, Ohio, and I moved to Jay County in 2019. I joined the Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition / PAST Recovery Services in October 2022, and I'm proud to say that I recently earned my Level 2 CAPRC certification. Being in long-term recovery myself, I believe it's my life's purpose to extend a helping hand to those grappling with addiction and demonstrate that there's a more fulfilling way to live.

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Kira Culy, CAPRC II
Peer Recovery Coach
I've been on board as a CAPRC II, serving as a recovery coach since August 2022. My primary areas of focus include Jay, Randolph, and Delaware Counties. I've been on my own recovery journey since November 2016, and it's a path that I wholeheartedly embrace. There's nothing more fulfilling for me than collaborating with fellow members of the recovery community, guiding them towards the path of sobriety, and cheering them on as they maintain it.

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Jamie Blevins
Delaware Co. IRACS Supervisor
Hello my name is Jamie Blevins. I started with Past Recovery Services in June of 2022 to work with the IRACS program in Delaware County. When I started I was a Forensic Peer Recovery Coach and I worked with the women inside of the Delaware County Jail. I led the Matrix groups that focused on substance use disorder and criminal thinking. In July of 2024 I was promoted to the Delaware County IRACS Supervisor/Program Director. I have absolutely loved working as a part of the IRACS team. I have learned so much since I have been a part of the team. The impact and successes that we all have witnessed has been eye opening and inspiring to say the least. I am a person in long term recovery from substance use. My clean date is April 15 2018 but my recovery journey started in 2013. I have been incarcerated in the past numerous times so I truly have an understanding of what it's like to be in the cycle of addiction and criminal behavior but I also know what it's like to grow in recovery and to break that cycle. Since I have been in recovery all of my charges have been expunged I have a clean record so I believe that I can be the example for others on this journey. Today I am grateful to be a part of the solution. With God all things are possible. 

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Mark Ake,
CAPRC I​
Re-Entry Specialist Delaware Co. IRACS
For the past five years, I've been fully engaged as a Re-Entry Specialist and Recovery Coach in the field of recovery work. It's been a continuous journey of growth and learning. I'm grateful to say that I've been clean and serene for the last 15 years, and my life is now filled with an abundance of joy and gratitude.

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Kim Creager, CHW/CRS, CAPRC I​
Team Lead/Peer Navigator Delaware Co. IRACS
Having embarked on a journey of long-term recovery, I've made the conscious decision to extend my hand to others who wish to tread a similar path. I understand that I can't alter anyone's course, but I can certainly illustrate how I transformed my own life. My unwavering commitment and perseverance in aiding those battling with substance use disorder, have been recognized at the 2023 You Are Somebody Women's Conference, where I was honored with the Wonder Woman Award.

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Cara Cramer
CAPRC II
​Peer Recovery Coach 
​Hello, my name is Cara! I am a Peer Recovery Coach for JCDPC. Having experienced addiction myself, I know the challenges firsthand. Since beginning my recovery journey on 8/27/15, I've discovered the better life that awaits on the other side. I entered this job with the hope of helping others through their struggles and guiding them to solid ground.

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Amanda Sibery,
CAPRC - I
Peer Recovery Coach Delaware Co. 
I'm Amanda, born and raised in Jay County. Above all, I'm a proud mom. For over 9 years now (Recovery date: 4/9/14), I've been on this incredible journey of recovery. My heart has always been drawn to jobs where I can make a difference in people's lives, but being in the recovery field is not just a job for me; it's a passion. Every day, I feel blessed to play a role in helping others find their way in recovery. Not only does it bring fulfillment to my work, but it also contributes significantly to my own personal recovery journey. It's a reciprocal journey of healing and growth that I wouldn't trade for anything.
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Jerry Welter
Peer Recovery Coach Delaware Co. 
Here is why I do what I do: When you help someone find the road to recovery, it not only changes the trajectory of their life, it changes the lives of those around them.







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Grid Zurcher 
​Transportation Coordinator
With over a decade of experience working with youth in the area, I have witnessed firsthand the devastating impact that substance use disorders can have on young people and their families. This experience has fueled my passion for making a difference in my community. As the Transportation Coordinator for the Jay County Drug Prevention Coalition, I am dedicated to ensuring that our programs and services are accessible to those who need them most. My role allows me to support our mission of preventing drug abuse and promoting healthy lifestyles, helping to create a safer and healthier environment for everyone in Jay County.

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Zach Dodd
Forensic Peer - Blackford Co. IRACS
I began struggling with substance use disorder and legal issues at 13, and by the time I was 25, I had been to the department of corrections four times—once as a juvenile and three times as an adult. I understand firsthand the challenges of substance use disorder and the justice system. Now in recovery, I'm passionate about helping others who are facing similar struggles. As part of the IRACS team, I'm able to support those recovering from substance use disorders in navigating both their recovery journey and the difficult process of reintegration, empowering them to break free from the cycles of incarceration and substance abuse.

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Melissa Campbell CPSP
Engagement Coordinator/Forensic Peer - Blackford Co. IRACS
I am Melissa Campbell, the Engagement Coordinator for Blackford County. As a certified Peer Support professional, I currently run the Matrix and WRAP programs within our local jail. With 5 years of sobriety, I am dedicated to helping others on their recovery journey, striving to be the person I once needed during my own recovery. Beyond substance use disorder, I am passionate about supporting those with trauma and PTSD, and I am committed to helping other women see and know their worth. Outside of work, I assist individuals in abusive relationships to seek freedom from their abusers, both physically and mentally. After struggling with domestic violence and mental health issues myself, I feel it is important to let others know there is hope and freedom. There is life worth living beyond substance use disorder, mental health issues, abuse, and the haunting of your own thoughts.

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Kenny Maxwell
CAPRC I
Forensics Peer - Delaware Co.
My name is Kenny Maxwell and my recovery journey actually started only 19 months ago.  If you would have asked me a  few years ago if I was an addict I would have said, “no way! I spent 20 years being sober.”  You see I was in prison for those 20 years and maintained my sobriety for all that time.  So when I left, I knew I didn’t have a problem with drugs and alcohol.  I quickly learned the hard way that sobriety and recovery are 2 different animals.  With my experiment into controlled drinking and casual drug use I quickly was trapped again in addiction.  With the support of my wife and a church family who loved me no matter what, I went to The Muncie Mission and started going to Celebrate Recovery and AA.  Working through the steps and seeing my life, my marriage, and my sanity restored I became a true believer; a believer in recovery and a desire to give away what I was given. So when the opportunity came for me to work at IRACS it was literally like a dream come true.  I know, it sounds corny but think of it;  My past history of being incarcerated and being an ex-addict were not liabilities but assets!  Are you kidding me?  Step 12 in AA tells us that one of the ways we keep our sobriety is to help others find theirs.  And now through IRACS I get a front row seat to see incarcerated men transform their lives.  I help them on their journey to be good husbands, engaged fathers and responsible adults, advocating for themselves and seeing their self-worth. In addition to working at IRACS, my wife and I facilitate small groups for a local Celebrate Recovery and do Bible lessons with the Gidiens in The Delaware County Jail. I have been working with this program since February of this year and it’s the most rewarding job I’ve ever had.  I am so grateful for IRACS and the vision it has to break the cycle of incarceration and addiction.  To offer hope and to come alongside those who society has written off.  And to be a small part of such a big dream.

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Lindsay Dowell 
CPSP
Reentry Peer - Delaware Co.
My Misery: My downfall into the panic and addiction of hard drugs was a slow and brutal one starting with my early childhood trauma and depression. I see myself only smoking pot at first. I had "friends" who wanted me to participate in experiences with using hard drugs. I believe that this is commonly called "Peer Pressure". I succumbed to their offers and was using and selling. It did not take any time at all before I was experiencing Work Release, Halfway housing, jail and finally prison. CONQUER! My Miracle: I had plenty of time to think in prison. I came to the decision that I never wanted to be in this position ever again. I kept myself busy in the interim with working and getting my Safe Serve. Upon my release from IDOC I was given the opportunity to be a case manager at an amazing women's facility. This helped me pave the way to get my CPSP certification which lead to my position as a Peer Recovery Coach. I love helping people in need understand the importance of the recovery process. I am actively involved in recovery in multiple communities working to empower and inspire others to the path to recovery. I love bring hope to others and teach them how to transform themselves for a better and more fulfilling life. My aspiration at this time in my life is to connect people with the resources and tools that they need to find recovery. My recovery is a true testament to resilience and the power to overcome addiction. 


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Shaylah Snyder
CAPRC I
Forensic Peer - Delaware Co.
My name is Shaylah, and I am a Peer Coach in Delaware County. I work and connect with incarcerated individuals who experience SUD (substance use disorder) or mental health concerns. I understand firsthand the stigma and challenges associated with addiction with my personal experiences with SUD and mental health. Being able to encourage, guide, connect, and support our individuals in their recovery journey is the most fulfilling part of my work. Bringing hope to others is paramount, and what better way than to demonstrate that if I can transform my life and find recovery, then anyone can! 
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Alison Lytle
CAPRC I
Peer Navigator - Blackford Co.
With 15 years of sobriety, Alison brings a wealth of experience and compassion to her role as a Navigator at Blackford County IRACS. Driven by a passion for helping others, she is dedicated to empowering individuals to live their best lives. Alison understands the challenges that come with recovery and is committed to providing guidance and support to those in need. Through her work, she strives to inspire hope and foster strength in her community
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Paige Vanlandingham
CAPRC I
Judicial/Reentry Peer - Blackford Co.
I have been in recovery and sober for over two years. My journey has not only transformed my life but also deepened my passion for helping others who are struggling with addiction. I believe in the power of recovery and the importance of raising awareness about the challenges individuals face when navigating addiction and recovery. Currently, I serve as the IRACS (Forensic Peer) at the Jay County Security Center, where I leverage my personal experience to support and guide those in similar situations. I am committed to breaking down the stigma surrounding addiction, providing hope, and creating spaces where individuals can feel heard and supported. By sharing my story and helping others through their own recovery journeys, I aim to inspire change, raise awareness, and contribute to a more compassionate understanding of addiction. It is my mission to empower others, show that recovery is possible, and make a lasting impact on the lives of those seeking help.

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Chris Ehrhart
CPRC-FS-MH, CSPR-PR
Blackford Co. IRACS Supervisor
At 44 years old, I bring a unique perspective to my role as a Forensic Peer Specialist with the Blackford County IRACS team. After spending 30 years in active addiction, I have been clean since June 20, 2022. My journey through the depths of addiction fuels my passion for helping others facing similar challenges. I dedicate my work to supporting individuals in their recovery, as I believe it’s the only thing that truly makes sense. I’m committed to guiding others through their storms, drawing from my own experiences to offer hope and encouragement.
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Bradie Anderson
​Judicial Peer - Delaware Co. IRACS 
Living with Substance Abuse Disorder watching my mother fight her personal battles in my childhood to following directly in her footsteps as soon as I became an adult molded who I am today. I almost let the chains of my own addiction take my life, resulting in open heart surgery at only 19. Today I am in long lasting recovery and using my lived experiences to benefit myself and those who can see my pathways as a source for hope and rehabilitation into a healthy recovery lifestyle. This organization gives me those tools and resources, to inspire those still struggling with Substance Abuse Disorder that a healthy lifestyle is possible. Every day is important. ​

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Travis Osborn
Reentry Peer - Blackford Co. IRACS
Hello I joined the prevention team because recovery is my passion. After spending 15 years struggling with substance use disorder I finally found freedom in recovery. I now devote myself to supporting those that are struggling and try to show them a better way of life.​

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Joe Wallischeck
Peer Navigator - Jay Co. IRACS 
I am 32 years old. I was born in Portland and struggled with substance use disorder. I previously got into recovery in Arizona in 2016. I also began working in substance use disorder treatment there. I love to help others and show them there is a better way. I also like to give back what was gave to me in the form of support for recovery.  ​

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Myla Pennington
Forensic Peer - Jay Co. IRACS 
My name is Myla Pennington and I just recently joined the Jay County IRACS team. I have been in recovery for 5 and half years. I am excited to finally give back to the community, to those that have lost so much to their substance use disorder, and to those that have the motivation to do better. I'm excited for the future and opportunities that Jay County has to offer. We do recover!

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Gary Burnham 
Forensic Peer - Delaware Co. IRACS 
 I spent 15 years battling substance use disorder, experiencing numerous cycles of rehabilitation and incarceration. However, a pivotal moment came when I made the conscious decision to surrender my life to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. From that point forward, my life underwent a profound transformation. Today, I celebrate four years of sobriety, accompanied by certificates that represent my commitment to recovery and the goals I have achieved. This journey has inspired me to give back, and I am now dedicated to serving as a beacon of hope for those still trapped in the darkness of substance use disorder. It is my passion to offer guidance, support, and encouragement to anyone who is struggling, just as I once was. My mission is to help others find the light and experience the same freedom and redemption that I have been blessed to embrace.

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Board of Directors

​Heath Butz,  President
Sector:
Healthcare

​Doug Johnson, Vice President
Sector:
Civic/ Volunteer

​​Nick Miller, Treasurer
Sector: Civic/Volunteer

Elyse Bost, Secretary
Sector:
Youth Serving

Brent Mann 
Sector:
RCO Rep

Jenni VanSkyock
Sector:
12 Sector Rep

Cody Pucillo 
Sector:
At Large Rep