IMPACT REPORT

A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

SHELLY BORNSTEIN

Watching Tyler’s Redemption Place grow over the past year has been exciting.  We are building a culture of love, support, and encouragement for those in recovery and their families.  It is sometimes hard to believe how many people we see come through and all the programming that has transpired. Still, we feel truly blessed to offer many opportunities to grow and connect. We genuinely love hearing so many inspirational stories of success and healing because of their experience at Tyler’s Redemption Place. 

So many volunteers and donors who give their time and treasure in many ways continue to bless us daily. We honestly could not do what we do without their support, and for this, we are grateful.

Through our free drop-in peer support, we have helped so many get needed detox, treatment, housing, and resources. We are grateful to the Summit County ADM Board, which supports us in our programming, and all the donors and families who have helped us build this incredible Recovery Community Organization. Amazing things are happening every day, and we are excited to see how we grow over the next year.   

Travis Bornstein, President

Debby Kirkpatrick, Recording Secretary

Logan Broyles, Treasurer

Colin Meeker, Trustee/Legal Counsel

Karen May, Trustee

Craig Ressler, Trustee

Dean Poling, Trustee

Reba McCray, Trustee

Susan Baker Ross, Trustee

Jeffrey Wilson, Trustee

Todd Rossiter, Trustee

Executive Director: Shelly Bornstein, CPRS,S, CDCA

Education and Outreach Director: Laura Broyles, OCPS

Veteran Program Director: Debby Kirkpatrick, CFPS, CDCA

Peer Recovery Support: Brian Boyd, CPRS,S

Peer Recovery Support: Maggie Walker, CPRS

Our Peer Recovery Supporters are an integral part of our programming at the RCO, not just for their support but also for their role in building a community focused on healing. They help connect people to resources and treatment, offer one-on-one peer support, and run many of our meetings and programs. They have led bible studies, hosted social events for connection, and developed new programs, showing their commitment to a holistic approach to recovery. They help run the RCO, are here to connect with people, and have worked to obtain a great network of dependable resources for individuals.

Filling a Gap and offering Free Drop-In Peer Support

OPEN: 6 DAYS A WEEK

Monday: 1pm-6pm

Tuesday-Friday:  11am-7pm

Saturday: 8:30pm-4:30pm

Support Available – Resources, treatment placement, wellness plans and connection.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

In addition to peer support, recovery programs, meetings and events that we provide at the RCO, Tyler’s Redemption Place also offers:

• a great place to meet a friend or sponsor or sponsor for coffee

• computer access in our computer nook

• a cozy loft library with plenty of books to enjoy

• a perfect place for one to work on their steps

• a serene place for connection and enjoying nature

• a salt cave to promote relaxation and healing

• a gym to focus on physical health

• a game room for fun and social connection

• a community space to promote friendship and fellowship

PARTNERSHIPS

We value the partnerships we have made that allow us to better serve individuals in recovery and the families who have been impacted by a substance use disorder. In addition to being a Summit County ADM provider, we have partnered with many other agencies and businesses in Summit County and beyond to provide recovery resources, events, and activities. Our motto at Tyler’s Redemption Place is “Recovery Happens Together”.

Here are some of our valuable partnerships:

Additionally, we have hosted events with Ohio RCO/PRO Organizations:

• OCAAR - Recovery Town Hall

• Ohio PRO - Board Training Hosting Site

SEE THE NUMBERS

November 2023-October 2024

12,856 - Number of visits to the RCO

Here is a breakdown of some of the specific reasons for visits:

• Family Support – 375

• Wellness Classes – 860

• Social Nights  – 589

• Recovery Month (September) Events – 586

• Veterans Programs – 207

• Salt Cave – over 410

• Gym – over 1,238

• Recovery Meetings - 5399

• Drop-Ins - 460

WHAT IS HAPPENING?

There is a flurry of activity going on at Tyler’s Redemption Place throughout any given week. Here are some of the things happening at the RCO:

We have 9 recovery meetings weekly, four regular wellness classes, a chess club weekly, monthly game night, monthly pizza between meetings, pop-up wellness classes, art programs, meetings and social events, sports watch parties, breath work, sound baths, weekly men’s mentorship, art therapy, bible studies, and Recovery Month events.

We recently held a baking class - our very first class in “Zach’s Kitchen”! And the 3R Foundation led a financial class to help individuals learn how to manage their money effectively. We are expanding services for veterans that include a veteran-specific VR program, a veteran meeting, and a focus on wellness. Additionally, we have recently introduced virtual reality headsets for recovery - users can travel the world, meditate, or just have fun. The VR headsets are evidence-based and can be effective for managing mental health including PTSD, anxiety and depression, overcoming phobias, and developing healthy coping skills.

CONNECTING THROUGH SOCIAL

Our social media presence is essential for Tyler’s Redemption Place, serving as a vital platform for raising awareness, fostering community, and sharing resources. It creates a supportive environment for individuals in recovery and their families, encouraging open conversations about substance use disorder. By sharing information about our programs and success stories, we connect with a broader audience, reduce stigma, and promote healing. Our goal is to educate our followers and their connections that recovery happens together.

Facebook: 132,000+ organic reach

Instagram: 19,500+ organic views

LinkedIn: 24,700+ organic views

Email communications: 7,600+ viewed

End-of-year update: 1050+ distributed

PARKING AND STORAGE CAMPAIGN

Hope United led a grassroots effort to raise funding for an additional parking lot and a storage barn. We received many generous individual and business donations, including a $10,000 anonymous donation, $25,000 from the VFW Post 8975, and several families raising money through fundraisers they hosted.

Gratefully, we have raised enough to put in the additional parking lot with lighting to accommodate the growing number of visitors during busier times at the RCO. We are continuing to raise funds for a storage barn that will help us store many outdoor items used for events, a mower that was generously donated, and supplies for community service days. To date, we have raised $137,000 towards the campaign!

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

Tyler’s Redemption Place has a Volunteer Program Director, Martha Hyland, and over 90 volunteers who help with yardwork, maintenance, greeting, baking, cleaning, leading, events staff, guitar lessons, etc. We are proud of how we have built such a strong volunteer program.

In addition, generous donations of supplies such as coffee, creamers, paper towels, and other needed supplies are such a blessing to Tyler’s Redemption Place! We have been able to serve thousands of cups of coffee this past year! And we have created a warm, welcoming environment thanks to the generosity of so many! Thank you so much to everyone who donated supplies throughout the year!!

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Hope United is committed to fostering awareness and support for the recovery community through various outreach events. We strive to educate individuals about the resources available at Tyler’s Redemption Place for those on their recovery journey and the families impacted by a substance use disorder. We share valuable information and build connections by getting out in the community. Our goal of community outreach is to empower the community, reduce stigma, and most importantly, to inspire hope. We strive to ensure everyone has the support they need for long-term recovery.

BREAKING THE STIGMA

Every day, Hope United continues to help reduce stigma by hosting trainings, inviting churches to volunteer and share with them, and hosting tours almost daily. These tours allow us to share stories about addiction as a disease and our needs in the community.

We have also been able to bring many in from the community who might not otherwise come by offering salt cave sessions for a small fee to the public, renting space at the RCO to like-minded organizations, and also rentals for personal use for those impacted by a substance use disorder, such as birthdays, showers, calling hours, etc.

NEW VETERAN PROGRAM

Thanks to an expansion grant through Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services, we have expanded our programming to include services for veterans impacted by a substance use disorder. We kicked off the program with our first veteran event - a Memorial Day March to honor our fallen service members and also raise awareness to veteran suicide, mental health, and addiction.

Our veteran program focuses on enhancing wellness and recovery support for those who have served our country. Veterans often face unique challenges related to mental health, substance use, and reintegration into civilian life.

Hope United hired a part-time Veteran Program Director to lead the program. We acquired a veteran-specific Virtual Reality program, TST-VR at The Retreat that is 17 sessions to help twenty veterans. This innovative platform, which utilizes Transcending Self Therapy (TST), a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, is designed to help veterans overcome substance use disorder by transforming negative thoughts and behaviors.

Our program is comprehensive, offering a range of support. We began a Veteran Recovery Meeting and weekly men's mentorship classes. We are increasing our wellness programming for veterans to include a cold plunge, infrared sauna, and outdoor veteran workout equipment.  Additionally, we have partnered with The Summit County Valor Court to support the veterans in their program.  The veteran program at Tyler's Redemption Place is open to any veteran needing recovery support. 

FAITH

At Hope United and Tyler's Redemption Place, our faith is not just a personal belief, but a community value that we live out every day. We show love and compassion to all who come to our Recovery Community Organization, valuing each individual's unique journey. Our community is integral to our mission, and we love people right where they are.  

Our offerings include mentorships, one-on-ones, and bible studies, all designed to help individuals grow in their faith if they choose.  We collaborate with multiple churches to allow God's love to shine through, providing numerous opportunities for growth.  Every aspect of Tyler's Redemption Place is steeped in prayer, a testament to our unwavering reliance on Him. We are continually amazed at the Lord's work through tragedy, perseverance, and our faith in Him. To Him, we give all Praise and Glory.