Denver, CO - Family Support Specialist

Tracey Joined AFRC in 2022 as a Family Support Specialist. She offers individual support services to families and friends struggling with a loved one's substance and alcohol use. Tracey also facilitates a CRAFT- (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) group along with a family support meeting.

Aurora, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Ralph Hanna, lives and works in Aurora, CO and has been working at Advocates for Recovery Colorado in Aurora since July 2021. Ralph has been in active and sustained recovery since 1986.

Denver, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Jared has been in active and sustained recovery since 2020. He joined the AFRC Denver family in Juy of 2023.

“I always found it rewarding and fulfilling to interact with others, particularly in the recovery space”

Durango, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Adam joined our AFRC Durango team in August of 2023. He has been abstinent and free from all substances and/or alcohol since 2020.

“Today my recovery exists within the light of the world where I focus on the positive side of life.”

Sterling, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Joining AFRC in 2023, Michaela has been clean and sober since 2020. She is the most recent addition to our Sterling team.

“The best thing about my life now is I get to advocate for those who can’t advocate for themselves.”

Denver, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Brooke has been in active and sustained recovery since July 2020. She became part AFRC in January 2024 while taking the Peer Recovery coach Training. While taking the training she felt like she was doing exactly what she needed, making that next right move for her recovery “I’m excited and grateful to be a part of AFRC.

Denver, CO - Bilingual Peer Recovery Coach

Dara has been in active and sustained recovery since October 2021. Born in Tijuna, Mexico, Dara’s first language is Espanol. In April 2024, Dara joined the AFRC team as their first Bilingual Peer Recovery Coach.

Denver, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Jereme has been on a dedicated recovery journey for several years, with different recovery milestones for different substances. Jereme is a passionate advocate for diverse pathways to recovery and incorporates various approaches to maintain a healthier and balanced life. In early 2025, they became a member of the AFRC team and are excited to contribute their experience and insights to our Foothills program.

Denver, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Laura has been in active and sustained recovery since March 2023. She recently joined AFRC as a Peer Recovery Coach in Denver after attending the Peer and Family Support Training in October 2024.

“I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the amazing team at AFRC! I’m excited to share my recovery journey in hopes that my story and experiences will help others.”

Sterling, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Dillon Joined AFR as a Peer Recovery Coach in March of 2025. He’s been in active and sustained Recovery since 2020.

“Life has hands. With a community like AFR, you’re never stepping into the ring alone.”

Clear Creek/Gilpin County, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Lindsay has been in active and sustained recovery since March 2024. She recently joined AFR in May as a Peer Recovery Coach at the Foothills- Gilpin County program after taking the Peer & Family Support training in October 2024.

She discovered that peer support is not only her passion, but also a powerful part of her own recovery. Supporting others reminds her daily of the strength it takes to heal and the importance of connection, compassion, and shared experience.

"We all heal differently. Don’t measure your journey by someone else’s clock."

Clear Creek/Gilpin County, CO - Peer Recovery Coach

Trevor has been in active and sustained recovery since July 2nd, 2023 and joined the AFRC team in May 2025.