Recovery Speaks

Katie Hueth shares how a deep-rooted desire to support individuals struggling with substance use disorder helped inspire her current career path.

In her adolescent years, Katie witnessed those around her battle substance use disorder.
A global addiction endemic seemed to surround her, and the people she loved came to her for support during their most pivotal moments.

After realizing she had both the ability and desire to comfort those dealing with substance use disorder, she decided to pursue a psychology degree and develop the proper skillset to help those suffering from addictive disorders and abusive relationships.

Today, Katie is the Prevention Education Coordinator at Ocean County College where she counsels and aids students in the prevention of substance use disorder, suicide and domestic/sexual violence. She also works to address the stigma surrounding recovery while implementing prevention education on campus.

Katie is dedicated to helping others transform their lives for the better. And, with each new day, Katie’s story continues to inspire us – and we are sure it will inspire you. 

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Sgt. James “Jim” Kelly of the Brick Township Police Department shares what his role entails as a community policing supervisor, working with community members who struggle with substance use disorder.

Sgt. Kelly has dedicated the past 15 years to serving the Brick Township Police Department. Three years ago, he took on a role as the community policing supervisor. Sgt. Kelly’s roles include identifying at-risk members of the community, collecting unused or expired medication, and interviewing those who suffer from substance use disorders and their families.

His passion to help people is fueled by personal experience, as he watched two of his loved ones struggle with substance use disorder. In turn, this deepened his empathy toward community members dealing with substance use disorder while on the job.

Sgt. Kelly talks about the importance of using a “harm reduction” approach in his work. This focuses on positive change and working with people without judgment. Committed to teaching other officers this approach, Sgt. Kelly helped put together a program at the Ocean County Police Academy. The course teaches students the best ways to approach substance use disorder within the community. 

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Sgt. Melissa Rose, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office talks about her role at the Prosecutor’s Office within the Operation Helping Hand Program funded by the Office of the Attorney General and how her life experience has shaped her perspective on recovery and community outreach. Operation Helping Hand funding focuses on the education and prevention of substance use disorder.

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Nicole Federici, Co-founder of Recovery Advocates for the Shore (Rafts) and mother of three, talks about her family’s struggle with the disease of addiction and how she is navigating the journey toward recovery.

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Heather Price, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator for HOPE Sheds Light, shares her experience as a single parent in long-term recovery.

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Dory Rachel celebrates 35 years of long-term, sustained recovery.

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Ron Rosetto, Co-founder of HOPE Sheds Light and President of Rosetto Realty Group, shares his inspiration for starting HOPE Sheds Light.

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Arvo Prima, Co-founder of HOPE Sheds Light and President of Pr1ma Corporation, talks about his journey to self-discovery.

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Steve Willis, Co-founder of HOPE Sheds Light and attorney at Willis & Gresek Counsellors at Law, offers experience, strength and hope through the recovery process.

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Pamela Capaci, HOPE Sheds Light CEO, launches Rise with HOPE.

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