2024 Annual Report Recovery is POSSIBLE. 803-369-3905 www.couragecentersc.org info@couragecentersc.org
CONTENTS 9 JUSTICE INVOLVED & EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 10 11 5 INDIVIDUAL SERVICES GROWTH IN 2024 4 TCC STAFF MEMBERS 8 3 TCC BOARD OF DIRECTORS TRAININGS & EVENTS 2 MESSAGE FROM DIRECTOR CONT. 7 1 MESSAGE FROM DIRECTOR FAMILY SERVICES ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW 6
OVERVIEW VISION A community of abundant opportunities, love, and compassion, for individuals and families seeking recovery from substance use. MISSION To provide a safe supportive setting for individuals and families on the journey to recovery from substance use disorder. 1
OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Dear Friends and Colleagues, As I reflect on this past year, I am filled with profound gratitude for our community and the transformative work we've accomplished together. In a world where substance use disorders continue to affect millions of individuals and families, The Courage Center has remained steadfast in our commitment to meeting people where they are and walking alongside them on their journey to recovery and wellness. This year has reinforced what we've always known: recovery is not a solitary path. Through our peer support programs, we've witnessed the power of shared experience and mutual understanding. Our recovery coaches have provided close to 3,000 hours of one-on-one support, creating spaces where individuals feel loved, seen, and heard to define their own paths to healing. Families have always been at the heart of our mission. Our family recovery programs have expanded to serve more loved ones affected by substance use disorders, offering them tools, support, and hope. We've seen parents reconnect with children, siblings rebuild trust, and partners develop healthier relationships – this will change generations. This is all a testament to the ripple effect of recovery support. Our harm reduction initiatives continue to save lives while building bridges to care. Through street outreach and community partnerships, we've distributed life-saving supplies and, more importantly, fostered connections that show people they matter, regardless of where they are on their journey. This year, we've distributed the lifesaving agent, Naloxone, to community members to ensure overdose prevention and response, creating a wider network of support and understanding. The stories of transformation we witness daily wouldn't be possible without our dedicated staff, volunteers, and supporters. Your commitment to this work – whether through direct service, advocacy, or financial support – has allowed us to meet increasing community needs while maintaining the quality and compassion that define our approach. 2
disorders in our community requires us to be innovative and responsive. We're committed to expanding our reach while staying true to our core beliefs: that recovery is possible, that every person deserves dignity and respect, and that healing happens in community. This annual report shares not just numbers and achievements, but the human stories that give meaning to our work. Each data point represents a life touched, a family supported, or a community strengthened. As you read through these pages, I hope you'll feel as inspired as I am by the resilience of our community and the power of connection to transform lives. With gratitude and hope, Randy Rush Executive Director RANDY RUSH Executive Director 3
MEMBERS Chairperson Sandy Harrington, Retired Insurance Claims Executive Vice Chairperson Gerry Coleman, Boston Scientific Treasurer Brock Sansbury, Our Relationship LLC Secretary Rachael Fulmer, SCARR Board Members David Bennett, Retired High School/College Football Coach John Denny, Lieutenant Colonel South Carolina Army National Guard Kerri Flowers, Planned Administrators, Inc. Hampton Taylor, Lexington County Sheriff’s Office Tanee Thomas-Tedford, Assistant Chief PIER at Lexington County EMS 0% 5 4 The Courage Center’s oversight body is its 9-member Board of Directors. 50% of The Courage Center’s Board of Directors have lived experience with substance use disorder.
STAFF MEMBERS The Courage Center Staff: Randy Rush, Executive Director Trish England, Program Director Claude Baldwin, Chief Financial Officer Lila Cromer, Event & Communications Coordinator Dr. Pam Imm, Community Psychologist Beth Lowrie, Director of Development Kayla Kummer, Certified Peer Supervisor Amber Frazier, Harm Reduction Outreach Coordinator William McCauley, Certified Peer Supervisor Wendy Johnson, Certified Family Coach & Administrative Assistant John Brunty, Community Outreach & Peer Support Specialist Jessie Franklin, Certified Peer Support Specialist Lallie Goldmas, Certified Family Coach Keenan Steinke, Certified Peer Support Specialist (LMC Emergency Department) Lori Porter, Certified Family Coach Kenzie Jumper, Certified Peer Support Specialist Zakiryah Sellers, Certified Community Health Worker Melissa Downey, Certified Peer Support Specialist Jessica Apple, Certified Peer Support Specialist Kat Wilson, Certified Family Therapist Virginia Geddings, Certified Peer Support Specialist (LMC Emergency Department) Devin Gantt, Certified Peer Support Specialist Lacey Terry, Certified Peer Support Specialist (Prisma Bridge Clinic & Addiction Medicine Team) Matt Kummer, Certified Peer Support Specialist (Columbia Rapid Shelter) Miles Johnson, Licensed Professional Counselor Michelle Smith, Certified Community Health Worker Supervisor & Certified Family Coach Shannon Jones, Certified Peer Support Specialist Chris Cherry, Certified Peer Support Specialist Sarah Hart, Certified Peer Support Specialist (LMC Emergency Department) Jocelyn Prouty, Certified Peer Support Specialist Jeremy Roberts, Certified Community Health Worker Laura Murray, Certified Family Coach Jamar Ryle, Certified Peer Support Specialist Nick Reese, Certified Peer Support Specialist Sarah Johnson, Certified Peer Support Specialist 5 Kayla Horner, Certified Peer Support Specialist
SERVICES In 2024, The Courage Center provided recovery services to a diverse group of individuals, including adolescents, adults and families across 4 counties. 1,686 Total Participants Served in 2024. 2000 Participants seen by year: 1500 2024: 2023: 0 8,309 2021 Total support & services given to individuals including one-on-one meetings, group meetings and brief interactions. 598 6 Recovery Meetings 2022 2023 245 2021: 500 601 2022: 1000 1686 87 2024 1,012 Therapy Sessions by licensed counselors and interns. 106 Total referrals from Lexington School District One & Lexington School District Two to The Courage Center.
SERVICES The Courage Center offers one-on-one and group support for family members affected by substance use disorder. Supporting Families Through Connection and Understanding At The Courage Center, we recognize that substance misuse doesn’t just impact individuals—it affects entire families. That’s why our Family Program is dedicated to supporting loved ones of those struggling with 580 Total Family Support & Services substance use disorder. Every Monday evening, our certified Family Coaches lead meetings in Richland and Lexington, providing a safe, compassionate space where 46 Brief Interactions family members can share their experiences, feel heard, and find hope. With empathy born from personal 154 One-on-one Coaching Sessions experience, we offer guidance, encouragement, and practical tools to help families navigate their journeys. Together, we remind families they are not alone—and that recovery and healing are possible, for 380 Group Meeting Participants everyone involved. 7
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