Travis Bishop’s CPRS journey is a straight-up reminder that recovery is built on choices, not wishes. He shared that his path started while he was incarcerated—where he made a conscious decision to change his life and become the kind of person who could instill hope in others. Travis describes his mindset as W.A.R. — Willing, Able, Ready: willing to do the physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional work; ready to practice abstinence with no “perfect time” excuses; and able to fight back against addiction with mental fortitude and family support. Even before joining Voices of Hope Maryland, Travis was already investing in peer education on his own, staying determined and persistent. Today, we proudly celebrate his CPRS certification and the authentic, gritty, empathetic leadership he brings to the peer field—grounded in the truth that “Nothing changes, if nothing changes.”

Dawn Hensley’s CPRS certification didn’t come from luck—it came from layers of growth, hard choices, and staying committed when it wasn’t comfortable. Her journey started with learning how to show up for her own recovery, and it grew into something bigger: a calling to walk beside others with the kind of support that can only come from lived experience.

Kimberly “Kim” Hamm’s CPRS Certification represents far more than a professional credential—it’s a testament to the work she’s done to rebuild, heal, and step fully into her purpose. With honesty, compassion, and strength, Kim has turned her own recovery journey into a calling to support others with dignity and hope. Her words say it best: “Healing gave me more than stability; it gave me a voice to lift others from the chaos I once knew.”