I serve as the Executive Director of the Turning Point Center of Bennington. In my role, I have the privilege of working alongside an incredible team of staff, volunteers, board members, and community partners to make sure people in our community have access to recovery support when and where they need it.

What I love most about this work is the people. Recovery looks different for everyone, and I believe strongly in meeting people where they are, without judgment, and creating a place where everyone feels welcome. I’m continually inspired by the strength and resilience of the people who walk through our doors and by the connections that happen when people support one another.

As Executive Director, my work ranges from developing partnerships and writing grants to securing funding, supporting our staff, strengthening our recovery housing, and helping Turning Point grow in ways that respond to the needs of our community. I’m especially proud of the relationships we have built throughout Bennington County and of the role Turning Point plays in bringing people and organizations together around recovery. I also serve on the Board of Directors of Recovery Partners of Vermont, which gives me the opportunity to collaborate with recovery organizations across the state and help strengthen Vermont’s broader recovery network.

For me, this work is about hope, connection, and community. I’m grateful every day to be part of an organization where people are given the space, support, and encouragement to find their own path forward.

Outside of Turning Point, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, being part of my community, and finding time for the people and things that keep me grounded.
 

I serve as the Assistant Director at the Turning Point Center of Bennington. My role gives me the opportunity to support both the day-to-day work of the organization and the people we serve, while also helping build partnerships and programs that strengthen recovery resources throughout our community.
One of the things I value most about this work is connecting with people. Whether I’m working one-on-one with someone, collaborating with a community partner, or helping develop a new program, I believe relationships are at the heart of recovery. 

A meaningful part of my work at Turning Point has been helping to develop Paradise Recovery House and supporting the program as it has grown. From helping establish the house and its programming to working alongside residents and staff, I’ve had the opportunity to help create a safe and supportive recovery residence where people can build stability, connection, and a strong foundation for what comes next.

Community collaboration is also an important part of my role. I represent Turning Point on BennStat and the Situation Table, working alongside community partners to identify and respond to complex challenges facing individuals and families in our community. These collaborations bring together organizations and service providers to share resources, reduce barriers, and connect people with the support they need.

What I enjoy most is seeing people recognize their own potential and begin building a life that is meaningful to them. Recovery can open doors that once seemed impossible, and it is a privilege to be part of a team and a community that helps people find those doors.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. When I’m not at Turning Point, you can often find me on the golf course or behind the grill—I love a good barbecue.

I’ve worked in bookkeeping and accounting roles for most of my adult life.  I spent the last 25 years working in Higher Education at NHTI in Concord, NH and then Bennington College in VT, and recently accepted the TPC Executive Assistant and Grants Administrator position in August of 2026.

I have a daughter that has struggled with addiction since her teen years.  I accepted this position because I want to be a part of the good work Turning Point Recovery Center does.

I am Reiki I and Yoga certified, and I have a massage therapy diploma.  With the exception of teaching a few free Yoga classes, I studied these energy fields for my own knowledge.  In my spare time I enjoy playing Pickleball and hiking.

I’m the ED/Detox Coordinator and a Recovery Coach at Turning Point Recovery Center. I work with people in the Emergency and Detox Departments, meeting them where they are and helping connect them with substance use treatment, recovery supports, and other resources to help them take the next step.

What I enjoy most about this work is the opportunity to build genuine connections, listen to people’s stories, and remind them that recovery is possible, even when things feel overwhelming. I believe strongly in meeting people without judgment and helping each person find a path that works for them.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, cooking, and being outdoors. I’m grateful to be doing this work today and to be part of a community that supports people as they find their own path toward recovery.

My role at Turning Point is to help out wherever and whenever I can. My position is Recovery Coach. Emergency Department Staff. Corrections Manager. 

Perfect alignment and the pull to help others is what brought me here to Turning Point. I really enjoy being there for others in their time of need and being a positive support for them in their journey. 

Experience and skills I bring to my role is I have Crisis Intervention, Trauma Informed Care and Behavior De-escalation Certifications and Techniques. The biggest and greatest experience and skills I have is that I too am in sobriety and recovery. 

Outside of work I enjoy continuously helping others. I enjoy time spent with my children and grandbabies. I love being with nature, trying new experiences, and continually learning and growing mentally, physically and spiritually.

I am a Recovery Coach with lived experience, dedicated to supporting individuals who are ready to overcome addiction and create a healthier, more fulfilling life. I connect people with resources, tools, and support that I have personal experience with and believe can provide a promising path toward recovery. I chose this work because I want others who may be facing some of the same challenges I faced six years ago to know that change is possible. There is a path toward greater peace, stability, and a better way of living.

I have completed five courses through CCAR, including the Advanced Recovery Coach Academy and Spirituality and Recovery Coaching. In addition to my professional training, I bring more than a decade of lived experience navigating many different aspects of addiction and recovery. My journey has included geographical changes, incarceration, rehabilitation programs, sober living, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and the challenges of rebuilding a life in recovery. These experiences have given me the ability to understand different perspectives, meet people where they are, and support them without judgment.

Outside of my work, I enjoy spending time with my family and my dog. I also enjoy fishing, being outdoors, and playing golf. One interesting fact about me is that during my freshman year of high school, I earned a varsity letter as a member of the golf team.

Hello, my name is Dylan Johnson and I am originally from Baltimore, Maryland. I am 7 years sober from a crippling opioid and stimulant addiction that eventually led to bouts of homelessness and criminality before I turned my life around. Now, in my role as a Recovery Coach, I get to share that knowledge and experience to help others navigate their own Recovery Journey. I truly believe anyone can get sober and it is never too late! 

I serve as the House Coordinator for the Paradise Recovery House at the Turning Point Center of Bennington, as well as a Certified Peer Recovery Coach. In my work, I am deeply committed to providing structured, compassionate support and creating a safe, empowering environment for individuals on their recovery journey. When I am not working, I love spending my time with my family and friends.

Hello, my name is Sam U. and I’m a Peer Recovery Support Specialist originally from here in Bennington. I was attracted to this work because of help I previously received with my own alcoholism at the Burlington center and knew TPC has good people doing good work. I most enjoy using the skills I’ve learned over the past three years to give some hope and encouragement to other guys who are in the same situation I was in.

I am an LGBT man and people appreciate that I’m a good listener, nonjudgmental, and willing to share what I’ve learned in my own struggle with other folks because sobriety is something that is best given away to others in order to keep it myself!

I work with a great team of people that all support each other and help each other grow as individuals. Outside of work I enjoy exploring around the area on my eBike, spending time with family, and traveling when I get the chance. The most interesting thing about me is probably that I am fluent in French and enjoy books and other media in this language. I’m a passionate Francophile!