Posts Tagged ‘Detroit Recovery Project’
Virtual AA and NA meetings save lives, says Andre Johnson of Detroit Recovery Project
Press play to listen to CEO Andre Johnson’s Health IQ interview with rolling out CEO Munson Steed about the effects that COVID-19 is having on the recovery community. Andre Johnson is CEO of Detroit Recovery Project Inc., a multi-service agency that provides a wide spectrum of support services to the city’s recovery community. His…
Read MoreAndre Johnson of Detroit Recovery Project discusses solving substance abuse
Andre Johnson is the president and CEO of the Detroit Recovery Project Inc., a multi-service agency that provides a wide spectrum of support services to the city’s recovery community. The Detroit native has 23 years of professional experience implementing programs to tackle substance abuse. Since its inception in 2005, the Detroit Recovery Project has devoted…
Read MoreCEO and Morehouse alum Andre Johnson discusses the importance of single fatherhood
Andre L. Johnson has over 30 years of professional work experience, exemplifying a long-standing commitment and dedication to the field of substance abuse. He’s an award-winning CEO of the Detroit Recovery Project, and in 2016, the Morehouse man was chosen as a recipient of the Champions of Change Award from President Barack Obama. Johnson currently…
Read MoreDetroit Recovery Project CEO advocates for Black men’s health, drug-free living
Detroit native Andre L. Johnson is president and chief executive officer of the Detroit Recovery Project, a multi-service nonprofit that provides a wide spectrum of support services to the city’s recovery community. Such services include GED preparation; 12-step support groups; housing assistance; job readiness and employment assistance; and HIV prevention, testing and counseling services. Since its…
Read MoreFonzworth Bentley urges Black men to address emotional, physical, mental health
Atlanta native Derek Watkins, aka Fonzworth Bentley, is a musician, fashion icon, author, influencer and host. After graduating from Morehouse College, he worked at the Ralph Lauren store in Lenox Square Mall in Atlanta’s chic Buckhead area and was later transferred to the Ralph Lauren store in New York City. From there, he became famous as the…
Read MoreDemetrius Nash: Mental health treatment needed to break the cycle of addiction
Throughout his early 20s, Demetrius Nash was known as a notorious drug dealer in the Chicagoland area. That lifestyle caught up with him at age 26, however, and he was sentenced to eight years in prison for a drug trafficking, followed by another four years on probation. While behind bars, he read several books, including…
Read MoreRev. Charles Adams: Addressing issues is key to peace of mind and well-being
The Rev. Charles Christian Adams served as the presiding pastor at Hartford Memorial Baptist Church for 11 years before becoming a co-pastor of the congregation alongside his father, Dr. Charles G. Adams. In addition to his preaching and teaching ministry, Adams has traveled the world, ministering in Geneva, Switzerland, for the World Council of Churches;…
Read MoreDetroit Recovery Project to tackle opioid epidemic at upcoming conference
In honor of National Recovery Month, Detroit Recovery Project Inc. is hosting the Black Men’s Healing Conference: Solutions to the Opioid Epidemic on Friday, Sept. 14, in Detroit. “We’re just trying to have a real conversation and increase awareness with the brothers. Everything starts and ends with your health and taking care of your health,” said Andre Johnson, president…
Read MoreRobert Shakhan: Fight opioid addiction or brace for the worst
Father and community advocate Robert Shakhan is a recovery coach for the Detroit Recovery Project Inc. His passion is bringing healing to people who have experienced trauma or severe life stressors due to drug addiction. As a certified drug and alcohol counselor, Shakhan is trained in treatment, recovery support and relapse prevention. He will be one…
Read MoreKevin Johnson: Demand for opioids victimizes some, benefits others
Kevin Johnson holds a Ph.D. in medical sociology, a master’s degree in family sociology and a bachelor of science degree in public affairs. He is a licensed social worker and certified peer support specialist and has practiced and served as a director, therapist, case manager and behavioral specialist in the health and human services arena for…
Read MorePresidential awardee and Detroit Recovery Project CEO on single dad ecosystem
Andre L. Johnson is the presidential, award-winning CEO of the Detroit Recovery Project (DRP), a multi-service agency that provides a wide spectrum of support services to the city’s substance abuse recovery community. The agency also oversees an ex-offender program that helps returning citizens successfully reintegrate into the Detroit community, with an aim of reducing recidivism and/or…
Read MoreSingle dad Robert Shakhan talks spiritual growth and bonding with his daughter
“I raised my baby girl alone,” shares Robert Shakhan, recovery coach for Detroit Recovery Projec, Inc. “I began raising my daughter solo when she was 10 years old. Having been estranged from her mother for several years and always participating in her life, I wanted to be the responsible parent to care for and nurture her…
Read MoreProud single father Andre Johnson: ‘My daughter is an avid equestrian’
“I would be remiss if I said I raised my daughter alone. I would say I raised my daughter along with a village: friends, colleagues, family, God, etcetera. When she was two years old, I remember having a mattress on the floor and a boom box in a one-bedroom apartment. I thought to myself ‘I…
Read MoreMorehouse man, CEO of Detroit Recovery Project, to be honored at White House
From Morehouse to the White House, Andre L. Johnson is the epitome of a champion of change. That’s why it’s befitting for him to be honored at the White House as one of 10 Champions of Change for his work as president and CEO of the Detroit Recovery Project. The Obama administration created the Champions of Change program…
Read MoreDetroit Recovery Project’s all-star healing strategy and women’s conference
The Detroit Recovery Project had an all-star healing and helping leadership development conference. “Real Housewives of Atlanta’s” Claudia Jordan and GlamUniversity founder and CEO Sabrina Peterson shared stories of triumphs and trials that many women face. The Detroit Recovery Project + Female Success Factor Leadership Development Conference alongside rolling out brought together Detroiters to share information on personal brand…
Read MoreKem, President Obama celebrate Detroit Recovery Project’s 10th anniversary
Detroit Recovery Project recently celebrated their 10-year anniversary with a phenomenal event at the Historic GEM & Century Theatre. Guests included R&B/soul singer Kem, Alexis Wiley, chief of staff for the City of Detroit, and words from President Barack Obama, all coming together to recognize the positive impact of Andre Johnson’s work as president and CEO of Detroit…
Read Morev: Toya Wright talks with Detroit students about VIP Status
Toya Wright spent the day talking with Detroit students about their physical, emotional, and financial statuses. Auditoriums at Davenport and Wayne State Universities were filled with excited students who participated in three days of rapid HIV testing. As Toya shared personal stories, students tweeted, posted, and texted the lessons learned to friends. Know your VIP…
Read MoreReality star Toya Wright goes to Detroit with ‘rolling out’
Toya Wright hits the “D” with Rolling Out On Thursday, Sep. 26, 2013, New York Times bestselling author and reality TV star Toya Wright and rolling out hit the city of Detroit to support the Detroit Recovery Project’s VIP Status Program, an HIV awareness and testing initiative. A diva in her own right, she was glammed as always and…
Read MoreDetroit Recovery Project founder Andre Johnson discusses Chris Kelly’s death, addiction
Drug recovery connoisseur Andre Johnson sees the tragedy of Kris Kross’ Chris Kelly happen on a daily basis in Detroit. As the founder and CEO of the renowned Detroit Recovery Project, Johnson can pretty much detail from a general standpoint the circumstances that led to Kelly’s premature and shocking death at age 34 because the…
Read MoreDetroit Recovery Project Opens 5th Location to Help Those Battling Addictions
DETROIT — “Many people focus on the fiscal problems we face [in Detroit].. social issues such as substance abuse, mental illness and physical health have a tremendous negative impact on [our] ability to move forward as well,” said Andre Johnson, president and CEO of Detroit Recovery Project (DRP), Inc. State officials and Wayne County human…
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