This quarter, we celebrate Jamie M and Jamar R in the Jude Alumni Program. Jamie has excelled in mentoring new alumni, while Jamar has made great strides in outreach. Together, they inspire others and strengthen our community.

Jamie is a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist here at The Jude House and on the Harm Reduction Team and Peer-to-Peer Program for the local Behavioral Health Authority (Charles County, MD) . Jamie has dedicated her life and recovery to helping others. He journey is inspiring to watch and we are so proud to have her on the team. Please read her words below...
"There was a time when I couldn’t imagine making it a week clean, let alone five years. But here I am, living proof that change is possible, and healing is real. I walked into the Jude House broken, and full of doubt. I didn’t know who I was without the chaos. But day by day, with the support of the staff, my peers, and a growing faith in something bigger than myself, I started to rebuild. I learned that recovery isn't about being perfect, it's about being present. It's about showing up for yourself, even on the hard days. Especially on the hard days. This journey has been filled with ups and downs, but every single day has been worth it. I've learned to love myself again. I've made amends, built healthy relationships, and discovered strength I never knew I had. Today, I wake up grateful, grateful for life, for second chances, and for the Jude House for believing in me when I didn’t believe in myself. I carry this message to anyone who might still be struggling: You are not alone. You are not too far gone. Recovery is possible and it’s beautiful. Keep going. One day at a time. If I can do it, so can you. ' Jamie Maguire 2025


Jamar is a poet, educator, and the visionary founder of Inspiring Word LLC, a publishing company dedicated to reducing recidivism and empowering incarcerated individuals. A returned citizen himself, Russell has authored five powerful poetry collections, as well as a transformative workbook and guide designed to inspire personal growth and freedom from within the prison system.
As an Alumni, he has inspired many current and former patients of The Jude House, through his mission and talents.

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