“When I came to Avenues 12 I didn’t have any illusions in regard to the extent of my addiction. My fear was that I would never be able to escape the bonds of active addiction and establish normalcy. I began abusing substances at age 5. When my husband of 20 years passed of an overdose my downward spiral progressed at an alarming rate. I ended up on the streets and in and out of institutional settings, including prison. I was simply stumbling along until my treatment center recommended I come to Avenues 12, due to their structured environment and high success rate. Since my arrival I have been on a beautiful journey of self-discovery. Kay has taught me to believe in myself, how to repair the shattered pieces of my life, and given me an opportunity to grow. Because of Kay and Avenues 12 I have found the strength within that was always there and have hope for a better future.”
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Terri Hinks, REALTOR, Realty Pros Assured
“Kay is an amazing woman who strives to help others. She is a true leader who is able to direct others to greatness exemplified by her success with Avenues 12 in the last three years. After joining the Board at Avenues 12 and working with Kay I have grown personally, and witnessed others growth because of her leading by example. Anyone who works with Kay will see she is a person dedicated to goodness for humanity and her hard work surpasses the most competent of people. I highly recommend to anyone if you have a chance to work with Kay it will enrich your life as well the life of others.”
Harun Karim Thomas, Assistant Professor, Daytona State College
“Kay is an indefatigable champion for a wonderful cause, a generous person, and a kind soul. Despite the obstacles that she has faced, she has never given up. This characteristic serves her well and serves the rest of us as a source of inspiration for all that we do.”
Lynn Von Nessen, Voice of the Poor, St. Vincent dePaul Society
“During the Intake process at St. Vincent dePaul Daytona, clients will present various issues that require referral. Kay Hayes has been a great asset to those women requiring a supportive living environment for recovery and re-assessment necessary to take a new direction, and we are grateful to have such a compassionate and helpful resource.”
Vicki Kress, Prevention Director, Stewart-Marchman-Act Behavioral Healthcare
“Kay Hayes has been providing an important service to our community for the last several years. She has been involved in saving the lives of women in our community and providing an important resource to our agency for women in need of recovery from addictions. She has been a pleasure to work with. She is passionate, compassionate, professional and responsible in all the interaction I have had with her in the community. I highly recommend her and the services she has to offer to women.”
Recap: 2011 Avenues 12 Race for Recovery
Thanks so much to this years sponsors and all those that participated! You helped make it a great success!
This Year’s Sponsors
- Sprankel Graphic Designs
- White Challis Redevelopment
- Salon 230
- Politis Law Firm
- Plan B Cycling
- Port Orange Accupuncture
- Tomoka Church
- Inspect it Right
- Huseman, Johns & Wrenn
- Realty Pros Assured
- Dicks Sporting Goods
- Gornto and Gornto, P.A.
- Maxwells Fitness Program
- Beach Street Impressions
- Bundza, Wagner & Rodriguez P.A.
- Daniel Bolerjack P.A.
- MKM Unlimited, Inc.
Avenues 12 Race for Recovery!
The disease of alcoholism and substance abuse affects virtually everyone, either directly or indirectly. The emotional and financial strain it puts on families, businesses and communities is enormous. Those who struggle with it find themselves estranged from their loved ones and in the throes of homelessness, depression, chronic illness, and unemployment. There is no cure for this illness; abstinence has been shown to be the only successful means of arresting the progress of the disease.
While alcoholism and addiction continue to grow within the female population, there are very few facilities that focus on assisting women to achieve and maintain sobriety. Avenues 12 Women’s Recovery House is such a place, established to fill the transitional gap between detox or treatment centers and living in the “real world”. Although the success rate is low and this gap is difficult to navigate alone, the women who have already completed their program at Avenues 12 have enjoyed an above average success rate. Avenues 12 is that bridge, providing the support and resources necessary for these women to create a new life and become functioning members of society.
Today, we are asking that the community become involved in helping us help these women who sincerely put forth an effort to change their lives. And by changing their lives, they change the lives of their families and their communities. By establishing the Avenues 12 Race for Recovery we feel that in bringing the community together we can raise awareness and support for these incredible women. Your donation will help ensure that the support, social services, and structure of our program will continue to provide the resources necessary for continued success to women in our community.
Avenues 12 Recovery House Now Open
On October 16, 2009, Avenues 12 Recovery officially opened its doors! As Florida’s newest recovery house, Avenues 12 welcomed its first members with open arms and an eye toward the future.
Avenues 12 Recovery House would like to extend the warmest “thank you” to all the volunteers, supporters, and partners, who helped make this dream a reality. Thank you!
Check out the pictures below to see some of the work in action!
Darrin Boutote, Department Manager, American Red Cross
“Compassion, a firm resolve during difficult times, and an ability to listen, are all key elements of a successful recovery house manager. Kay exemplifies these characteristics and more.”
Craig Piercy, Continuing Care Counselor, Father Martins Ashley
“Working with Mrs. Hayes was always a pleasure. Her flexibility to schedules, her dedication and commitment to out patients and providing a clean, safe home for recovering alcoholics and addicts is highly commendable and appreciated. Mrs. Hayes is an excellent mentor, listener and advisor.”