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From Relapse to Real Purpose: Jason Almeida’s Journey to Becoming a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
After years of cycling through relapse, detox, and starting over, Jason Almeida made the decision to fully commit to recovery—and that choice changed everything. Today, as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist and Voices of Hope team member, Jason is using his lived experience, compassion, and hard-earned growth to help others find a new way of life.
Diana Wesley Earns Her CPRS Certification — A Story of Recovery Turned Into Purpose
Diana Wesley’s CPRS certification isn’t just a credential — it’s proof of what happens when recovery meets determination. After completing treatment and rebuilding her life step by step, Diana entered Voices of Hope Maryland with a mission: turn her lived experience into real hope for others. Through training, volunteer service, and hands-on growth, she didn’t just learn peer support — she became the kind of support people never forget.
Voices of Hope Maryland Selected as a RAMP Grantee to Expand Peer-Led Recovery Services in Cecil and Harford County
We’re honored to share that Voices of Hope Maryland is a RAMP grantee, supporting the expansion of peer-led recovery services and training opportunities across rural communities—powered by Maryland’s Opioid Restitution Fund and focused on turning lived experience into hope and healing. Details: https://governor.maryland.gov/leadership/ltgovernor/news/pages/RAMP.aspx | Program info: https://labor.maryland.gov/employment/ramp/