Staff
The Larry Labonte Recovery Center has a variety of staff available to meet your needs. All staff are certified to train others to administer Naloxone, are Registered Recovery Coaches and are here to listen to you.
Kathie Williams
Director
kathie@llrecoverycenter.com
Kathie holds the role of co-founder and Director at the Larry Labonte Recovery Center (LLRC). Her personal journey in recovery has been instrumental in shaping the inception of LLRC, which was conceived in late 2018. In 2019, she spearheaded the fundraising efforts that paved the way for the center's opening in 2020, and subsequently assumed the pivotal role of Director.
Kathie is actively engaged in collaborative endeavors with numerous local organizations and statewide agencies within the River Valley area. Her efforts are aimed at catalyzing transformative change through diverse programs and initiatives. A passionate advocate, Kathie is dedicated to eradicating the stigma surrounding recovery and ensuring that essential resources are readily accessible to all individuals in need.
Sam Cummings
Recovery Coach, Recovery Coach Coordinator
samantha@llrecoverycenter.com
Sam is a dedicated professional at LLRC since September 2022. Sam serves as a Registered Recovery Coach and holds the vital role of Recovery Coach Coordinator. Within our community, she actively engages with the school system, offering essential support to students facing high-risk behaviors and those affected by substance abuse in their families.
Sam is dedicated to continuing her education. She recently just finished a course to be able to Recovery Coach in the Emergency Department.
Sam is a cornerstone of peer support within the center, providing a compassionate ear and guidance for those embarking on their recovery journey. Her commitment extends beyond our walls; she conducts Narcan outreach, equipping community members with the skills to administer Narcan and recognize signs of overdose.
Sam's unwavering dedication to the cause of recovery makes her an invaluable asset to LLRC and our wider community. We are proud to have her on our team.
Tommy
Ally for Recovery
I have seen family struggling with many forms of addiction my entire life. Seeing the hard time,
they had with addiction showed me that I did not want my life to go down that same path. In
my daily life, I must navigate a world not built for me because I have Charcot-Marie-Tooth
Disease. I believe that because of the life experiences that I have, I am in a great position to help those in recovery.
I am living proof that having a hard time in life is no reason to give up and anyone can
live the life they deserve.
Tommy Hayes
Staff Supervisor, Narcan Coordinator,
Recovery Coach
tommy@llrecoverycenter.com
Tommy is an ally for those in recovery and the Narcan Coordinator as well as a Registered Recovery Coach at LLRC. Tommy joined the LLRC team within the first year of being open. He has received training through Maine Access Points (M.A.P) to train the public and new staff of LLRC on what an Opioid Overdose is and how to use Narcan during an Opioid Overdose. As a Portland Recovery Community Center CCAR trained Recovery Coach, Tommy hopes to support his community by meeting with people and helping them maintain recovery. Tommy has many struggles in his own life and wants to show people life may be difficult at times but, there is no reason to stop fighting for your best life.
Tommy
Ally for Recovery
I have seen family struggling with many forms of addiction my entire life. Seeing the hard time,
they had with addiction showed me that I did not want my life to go down that same path. In
my daily life, I must navigate a world not built for me because I have Charcot-Marie-Tooth
Disease. I believe that because of the life experiences that I have, I am in a great position to help those in recovery.
I am living proof that having a hard time in life is no reason to give up and anyone can
live the life they deserve.
Seth Fournier
Recovery Coach
Seth@llrecoverycenter.com
Seth is a dedicated professional who is passionate about helping people in their recovery journey. He is an integral part of the Larry Labonte Recovery Center (LLRC) team, where he creates and manages events aimed at supporting individuals in their recovery process.
Seth's personal experience with early recovery enables him to connect with individuals in a unique and empathetic way. He understands the challenges they face and is committed to providing them with the support and resources they need to achieve lasting recovery.
Outside of work, Seth is an accomplished ski coach, a skilled golfer, and a devoted father. These experiences have instilled in him the values of hard work, dedication, and perseverance, which he brings to his work at LLRC.
Seth's creativity and passion for event planning enable him to create engaging and supportive events that cater to the needs of individuals in recovery. He is also the creator and one of the hosts of Recovering with Friends, a popular YouTube show about addiction and recovery. The show provides a platform for individuals to share their recovery stories and connect with others who are going through similar experiences.
With his commitment to helping people in their recovery journey, his strong work ethic, and his ability to connect with others, Seth is an invaluable member of the LLRC team and an inspiration to those around him.
Lauren Leonard
Lauren@llrecoverycenter.com
We are pleased to introduce Lauren as the newest member of our team at LLRC. She is a dedicated recovery coach in training with a passion for helping others overcome their challenges and find their path to sobriety. With her background as a member of the recovery community and her personal experience of incarceration, she brings a distinctive and valuable perspective to our organization. Her insights will undoubtedly enhance our ability to identify and provide the most effective resources for individuals currently incarcerated in jails and prisons. Beyond her professional commitment, she thrives in the great outdoors, often found hiking scenic trails and engaging in various outdoor activities. Her love for nature serves as both a personal escape and a source of inspiration and renewal in her demanding role as a recovery coach. Additionally, Lauren is a loving parent to a spirited toddler, skillfully juggling the responsibilities of motherhood with her unwavering dedication to her clients' well-being.