About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Russell County Recovery is a non-profit organization led by people who support recovery in our community. Our goal is to develop and utilize resources to increase the quality of long-term recovery from alcohol and other substances. We are committed to creating services and striving to fill gaps in the system. We provide public support and advocacy directed in reducing the stigma that prevents people from seeking help.
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Russell County recovery maintains a resource center where peer recovery support services and promotes a positive culture of recovery from substance use disorders. Our staff includes Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS); those with "lived experience" in addiction and recovery who serve as recovery mentors and system navigators.
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Russell County Recovery has two recovery residences that support long-term recovery and can provide an affordable alternative to residential treatment.
Hope Fennewald
Center Director
Hope is a seasoned recovery specialist with over 20 years of dedicated service. She has a profound belief in recovery and the importance of supportive environments. Beyond their professional role, Hope is an advocate for mental health awareness and finds joy in helping others through their journey.
Rebecca Dye
Chairman
Rebecca is a retired teacher of Russell County Public Schools, serving as a classroom teacher and administrator. Mrs. Dye received her Master of Science and Education Degrees from Virginia Tech. Throughout her career she has served on numerous professional, civic, and church organizations and committees.
Jeff Kinder
Vice-Chairman
Jeff is currently senior pastor of Rosedale Baptist Church, having served in that position for the past 12 years. He and his wife are both natives of Russell County and their hearts wish is to see our county prosper.
Mark Mitchell
Board Director
Mark is currently a sheriff’s deputy with the Russell County Sheriff's Office. He is retired from being Police Chief for the Town of Lebanon, along with being their Town Administrator. He has previously served as Supervisor at large for Russell County.
Lonzo Lester
Board Director
Lonzo is currently the County Administrator for Russell County Virginia.
Joseph R. Carico
Board Director
Joey serves as the Executive Director of Southwest Virginia Legal Aid. Joey serves on theBoards of Directors for the Virginia’s Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program (VJLAP), One Care of Southwest Virginia and the Appalachian Center for Hope. He also serves as a member of the Appalachian Regional Commission’s SUD Advisory Council and as a member of the Supreme Court of Virginia’s Veterans Advisory Committee. He is a U.S. Army veteran.
Robert Adams
Treasurer
Robby is a partner in Adams & Company, a local certified public accounting firm. He retired from Cumberland Mountain Community Services after 31 years as their Chief Financial Officer. Prior to that, he worked for Cook Associates, a certified public accounting firm located in Richlands, Virginia. He is currently chairman of the finance committee of Lebanon Memorial United Methodist Church.
Cheryl Robinette
Secretary
Cheryl is a retired public behavioral health provider, but currently works with drug courts in the region.