LTC 2017 18th Annual Fundraiser Booklet Issue 1- Volume 1 | Page 4

An Inner Journey to an Outward Path I greet you with words of peace and gratefulness. I am grateful for the wonderful, wonderful year Light of Truth Center (LTC) has had. I am filled with gratitude. LTC has realized it dreams and is now soaring on the wings of the Divine. Eighteen years ago, LTCs’ Mastermind group envisioned an organization filled with love; a place that is conducive to recovery, while promoting transformation and restoration. LTC’s hopes and dreams are captured in their vision statement. We are now in uncharted territory. In 2017 LTC completed an application with the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and is currently awaiting an accreditation survey. In addition, LTC hired Michelle Ludlow as clinical director, who has taken the Center to another level of excellence. LTC’s board member Alicia Daye planned an outing for the women in the Center with an open invitation to the community. The outing was LTC’s first trip to New York visiting the famous Ellis Island, Statue of Liberty, 911 Infinity Pools, and the ultimate shopping experience on Canal Street. What an experience for all who attended. LTC is certainly looking forward to next year. We hope you will join us. Board member Jessie Watrous is to be commended for her dedication and commitment to securing sponsorships for LTC. For the second year in a row Jessie has brought in the single largest donation towards LTC’s annual fundraiser. Thank you Jessie for your willingness to serve. The women that serve within the Center are growing and expanding in phenomenal ways. LTC Peer Housing Specialist, Antoinette Davis, passed the Certified Peer Specialist test, thereby, becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Betty Copeland, another Peer Housing Specialist, recently graduated from a program of recovery. Angie McCray, LTC Senior Peer Housing Specialist, is planning LTC’s 2017-2018 Open House (Oct. 28th) with the support of LTC women. Last, but not least, Karene McLaurin, Peer Housing Specialist, has served LTC in a spirit of excellence. LTC also welcomed new staff members Angela Tanner and Joann Lee, as well as Volunteer Jennifer Klotz who facilitates training for LTC staff and leads LTC family group on Thursdays'.