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Message 1059 Main St., Worcester, MA 01603 www.jeremiahsinn.comJeremiah’s Inn, Inc. Helping People Through our Social ModelRecovery Home & Nutrition Center2024Annual Report
1 | 2024 Annual Report The YearThe YearThe Year in Reviewin Reviewin ReviewIn 2024, Jeremiah’s Inn wholeheartedlyresponded to the urgent concerns ofsubstance use disorder and food insecurity.We could not meet these challenges withoutthe support of our grassroots network ofcommunity supporters and donors! Thankyou for your continued support of Jeremiah’sInn and all we do! Our nutrition center provided essentialemergency food support to householdsstruggling with food insecurity throughout ayear of rising costs. Thanks to grants fromClark University, Bank of America, St. FrancisCommunity Healthcare, and others, wedistributed 398,784 lbs. of food to 32,222individuals and expanded our footprint as anemergency food resource for local collegesand universities. We additionally participatedin local advocacy efforts to expand nutritionalaccess in the Worcester community, including coalition meetings with the Center on Food Equity, Greater Health Worcester, and Project Bread. Theseessential collaborations ensure the voices of our clients and participants are heard in determiningnutritional equity and access.
2 | 2024 Annual Report In our residential program, we responded to increased need and clinical severity among thosestruggling with substance use disorder. We finished 2024 with a 69% completion rate, a significantimprovement over our 2023 rate, which represents more recovering individuals returning toproductive lives and loving families. We completed a redesign of our treatment planning andtiering process, ensuring our program works collaboratively with our residents to build a strongrecovery foundation. We began new community partnerships with Tech Goes Home (TGH),Arbour Counseling, and The Gavin Foundation, essential supports that connect our residents to technology access, therapeutic support, and recovery coaching services.We also carried out numerous facility improvement projects. Using generous grants from theAgnes M. Lindsay Trust and the M&T Charitable Foundation, we were able to install new industrial-grade flooring and furniture throughout the building that will support our residents for years tocome. At our sober house, we completed our first full year of services and maintained over 90%occupancy throughout the year. We secured a $186,000 grant through the City of Worcester fromThe American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for upgrades and repairs we hope to complete in 2025.
Residents served in 20241131132121Learners provided basic technology skills,devices, and internet through our TGHpartnership.93%93%Annual occupancy rate69%69%Annual completion rate (over 36% higher thanthe MA state average)These include improvements to the back porch andentryway, new outdoor siding, and replacing the frontsidewalk. As we review 2024, we know that none of ourachievements would be possible without the continuedsupport of our Jeremiah’s Inn community! Whether youattended our annual Food Drive in June, supported theHoliday Wish Program in December, attended our inauguralComedy Show in April, or dropped off goods or groceriesfor our residents or food pantry guests, THANK YOU!!!Your essential assistance makes it possible for Jeremiah’sInn to offer critical substance use disorder resources andnutritional access to those in our community who need itmost. Your support uplifts all the good work we are able todo, and we look forward to expanding our presence in thecommunity in 2025! Lori Arduini, Financial Manager2024 Golden FriendOriginally from Maine and a graduate of Thomas College, she’s calledMassachusetts home since 1992. In 2007, she began her recovery journeyand recently celebrated an incredible milestone — 18 years of recovery!She does far more than manage our finances — she keeps our suppliesstocked, our licenses up to date, and our operations running smoothly. Shealso plans our annual deep sea fishing and Six Flags trips, and is always thefirst to step up for food drives or awareness events.A true team player and beloved colleague, she brings passion, organization,and heart to everything she does. When asked what keeps her going, shesays:“I’ve been blessed to continue to partake in the growth of Jeremiah’s Innand watch our patients succeed in their lives. I love our mission and whatwe do for the community. Jeremiah’s Inn feels like home.”And we couldn’t agree more — it wouldn’t be home without you!Staff SpotlightStaff SpotlightCelebrating 10 Years of Dedicated Service!Celebrating 10 Years of Dedicated Service!
4 | 2024 Annual Report Community CollaboratorsCommunity CollaboratorsThe mission of our recovery programs is strengthened by the invaluable support of our communitypartners. Their contributions, expertise, and shared commitment allowed us to expand our reach andimpact, ensuring we can offer comprehensive care, essential resources, and multiple pathways torecovery.In 2024, we began working with The Gavin Foundation, asubstance use treatment organization that offers recoverycoaching services throughout Massachusetts. Recoverycoaches are individuals with lived recovery experience whowork collaboratively with our residents towards supportiverecovery goals. This might include going with them to a 12-Step meeting, transporting them to a doctor’s or legalappointment, or assisting them with applications. The Gavin Foundation recovery coaches have been an essential resource in connecting our residentsto community services, and the rapport they build with each resident serves as a foundationalrecovery support that can remain with them after completing our program. We look forward toworking with them further.for our residents, who frequently have co-occurring medical and behavioral health concerns theyare looking to address while in treatment. Having a trusted resource that will work closely with usto help us determine the best treatment for our patients is crucial to their success. We are gratefulfor their partnership as we work jointly to facilitate the continued health and wellbeing of ourresidents. For several years we have worked with Edward M.Kennedy (EMK) Community Health Center forintegrated medical and behavioral health services.EMK offers comprehensive medical, dental,therapeutic, and psychiatric care that our residentsare able to maintain following program completion. Their collaborative approach is highly beneficial
Recovery ProgramsRecovery Programs ResponseResponseResidential Program Redesigned our tiering and treatment planningprocesses, ensuring our clinical services meet thechanging needs of our residents.Launched our alumni tracking survey, assessingcontinued progress and recovery engagement atone, three, and six months, and one-year post-completion. Joined the Executive Committee for StatewideRecovery Homes Collaborative, a coalition thatallows us to directly advocate on behalf of ourresidents at the statewide level.Completed remodeling of our conference room,installed new floors throughout the building andinstalled new industrial-grade furniture in residentbedrooms. Initiated referral partnerships with Tech Goes Home,Arbour Counseling, and The Gavin Foundation tooffer key resources to our residents, includingtechnology literacy, therapeutic care, and recoverycoaching. Goals for 2025Launch our second Co-OccurringCapable Residential Program expectedto house 30-35 treatment beds.Expand treatment planning qualityassurance measures to foster thehighest quality of care possible for ourpatients.Design and launch newpsychoeducational curriculum to treatother behavioral addictions such asgambling, food, and technology.Recovery ResidenceMaintained over 90% occupancythroughout the year.Secured $184,000 grant through theCity of Worcester from the AmericanRescue Plan Act (ARPA) for essentialupgrades and repairs to the residence,including replacing the back porch,entryway, and sidewalk, as well asinstalling new outdoor siding.Completed cost of living adjustmentsfor weekly rent to ensure the recoveryresidence remains affordable yetprepared to withstand rising costs.
Nutrition CenterNutrition Center ResponseResponse Advocacy and Collaboration Efforts Participated in city and statewidecoalition meetings with the Center onFood Equity, Greater Healthy Worcester,and Project Bread.Assisted in the production and release ofthe City of Worcester’s first everCommunity Food Assessment. Lead meetings, discussions, andadvocacy efforts on the Farm Bill andother policies that provide essentialnutritional assistance to ourcommunities. Participated in UMass Memorial’s designdays as an expert on food insecurity inthe Main South community to assistUMass in developing new strategicefforts in battling the systemic causes offood insecurity. Nutrition and Resource Education A community resource and SupplementalNutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Navigatorfrom Worcester Community Action Council(WCAC) visited bi-monthly to assist guests withHealthy Incentive Program (HIP), and SNAPapplications. The University of Massachusetts-Amherst’sExtension Nutrition Education Program visitedthroughout the summer offering guest’sinformation on SNAP, healthy eating, tips onhow to stretch SNAP and HIP dollars, as well asprovide healthy and affordable recipes. The Latino Health Insurance program providedguests with access to health insuranceinformation and onsite flu and Covid-19vaccinations. 6 | 2024 Annual Report
Guests receiving SNAP assistance35%35%43.2%43.2%Guests with no source ofincome32K32KIndividuals served (30% increase from2023)133%133%Increase in fresh producedistributed Clark University Partnership An increase in student-run organizationsbecoming involved in holding drives forfood, clothing, toiletries, and reusablebags. Just For Fun Farms, founded by OwenChase a microgreens farmer and currentClark student, began donating microgreensto the food pantry for students. Goals for 2025Provide more opportunities for guests toaccess resources for housing and health care. Foster relationships with partners by givingback to those who give to us. Develop new fundraising activities. Conduct surveys with guests to provideus with feedback to improve our efforts. Expand the size of the distribution areato provide guests with a more organizedand positive experience. 7 | 2024 Annual Report
8 | 2024 Annual Report Community CollaboratorsCommunity CollaboratorsAt Jeremiah's Inn, our work would not be possible without the support and collaboration of ourcommunity partners. These organizations and individuals play a vital role in enhancing the services weprovide, We are grateful for the incredible collaborators whose partnership has been instrumental in thesuccess of our Nutrition Center operations this year.We are proud to recognize Market 32 as a valuedCommunity Collaborator. As we began to see a decreasein donations from the Worcester County Food Bank andother sources, Market 32 truly stepped up. Theirconsistent generosity ensured that our guests continuedto have access to fresh, high-quality food choices, even during challenging times. Over the past year, theyhave donated thousands of pounds of fresh produce, meat, milk, and non-perishable food items. Theirpartnership has made a real difference in the lives of so many. Thank you, Market 32, for yourcommitment to fighting food insecurity and supporting our mission — we’re grateful to have you on ourteam! We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on Overlook Farm, acommunity partner deeply rooted in food justice,education, and sustainability. Now in their fourth year ofgrowing food and offering experiential learningprograms, Overlook Farm donates hundreds of pounds of fresh produce to Jeremiah’s Inn each season. Their commitment doesn’t stop there — they also host volunteer days for our residents and staff,helping us connect with the land, our food, and each other. Through their generosity and hands-onsupport, Overlook Farm continues to nourish both body and spirit. We’re so grateful for theirpartnership and everything they do to cultivate a stronger, healthier community.
9 | 2024 Annual Report In 2024, 90% of total expenses wereallocated towards programming, while7% made up administrative costs. Afavorable benchmark is 75% to 25%.The remaining 3% is related tofundraising. We applied for 35 grants,73% were approved for $276,015.FinancialFinancialUpdateUpdateFinancial InflowsProgram ServicesPrivate Gifts, Grants and ContributionsIn-KindSober House Room ChargesOther IncomeTOTAL$1,767,514$276,015$882,494$111,900$105,693$3,143,616Residential ProgramNutrition Center ProgramAdministrativeFundraisingTOTALFinancial Outflows$1,919,929$732,419$208,682$85,374$2,976,4042024 Grantors,Sponsors, Donors &VolunteersScan the QR code fora complete list
2024 Board Members, Staff, & Community Collaborators2024 Board Members, Staff, & Community Collaborators Executive Committee Patricia L. Davidson, PresidentEugene Bouchard, TreasurerAdministrative Staff Lori Arduini, Assistant to theExecutive Director Christine Church, OperationsAdministrationAlyssa Dancause, LADC,Communications Coordinator Richard Quinlan, Director ofOperationsSindi Tane, OperationsAdministration Board of Directors Melanie AmirEugene Bouchard, TreasurerPatricia Davidson, PresidentMelinda HillockKenny PinaJack ReardonNutrition Center StaffErin Quaiel, Nutrition CenterCoordinatorResidential Program Staff James Bolster, Medication SpecialistJason Bradley, House ManagerMark Cantelli, Recovery SupportSpecialistKyle Driscoll, Case ManagerRobbie Dupont, Recovery SupportSpecialistEmily Gagnon, Case ManagerKashawn Hampton, Case ManagerDominic Idoko, Clinical DirectorChris Kane, Recovery SupportSpecialistRobert Mathis, Recovery SupportSpecialistClaire May, Case ManagerRichard Mays, Medication SpecialistCody Murphy, Recovery SupportSpecialistKyle Nolan, Case ManagerKeith Opalenik, House ManagerDismas Family FarmDynamy, Inc. Edward M. Kennedy Health CenterFamily Health CenterFood Insecurity ResistanceMovement (FIRM)Four Others Inc. Gavin FoundationJust for Fun Farms Kevin KielerLatino Health Insurance ProgramMasterman’s Safety & IndustrialSupplyMassHire Career Centers MassAbility Massachusetts Substance AbuseHelpline Mayor’s Mental Health Task ForceMicrogreen FarmsMillbury Federal Credit Union Open Sky Community ServicesOverlook Farm Rachel’s TableRecovery Homes Collaborative(RHC)Regional Environmental Council &YouthGROWRevive of the USASaVida HealthSecuring Safe FoodsSpectrum Health SystemsState Opioid Response RRH GrantWashburn House IOPWoo Sox BaseballWorcester Community ActionCouncil (WCAC)Worcester County Food BankWorcester County Sheriff's OfficeOrganic Farm ProgramStephen Pinzino, Recovery SupportSpecialistKristen Piskator, Case ManagerAriel Rosen, Recovery SupportSpecialistReinaldo Ruiz, Case ManagerJames Zipps, Recovery SupportSpecialistSupport Staff & GroupFacilitators Aftercare & Alumni Program, AlyssaDancause, LADCBetter Money Habits, Kenny Pina -Bank of AmericaHIV/AIDS Awareness, Family HealthCenterLegal Recovery Meeting, Anna Rice,Esq. Meditation & Reiki, Sylvia MurphyMovement Therapy, AnthonyBizotto, Revive Narcan Training, Dominic IdokoOral Health in Recovery, CynthiaDaigenaultOverdose Prevention, Dominic IdokoProcess for Life, Dee Iannacchione Relapse Prevention, Stacey Baker Tobacco Awareness, Dominic IdokoCommunity CollaboratorsAccess to Recovery (ATR)Albertson’s/Shaw’s NourishingNeighbors ProgramAids Project Worcester (APW) Advantage Truck Group/H4HArbour Counseling ServicesBaker Mental HealthBoston Neurobehavioral AssociatesCenter on Food EquityCentral Massachusetts Prevention &Support NetworkCoalition for a Healthy GreaterWorcesterNancy Cook Pam CoplandClark UniversityCollege of the Holy CrossCommunity Harvest ProjectCommunity Naloxone PurchasingProgram (CNPP)
2024 Grantors, Sponsors, Donors & Volunteers11 | 2024 Annual Report 365Z FoundationAA Transportation Abbey Kelly Foster School Abrahams, Barbara Adams, Zachary Addie Lee's Soul Food Advantage Truck Group Albert Rice Charitable FoundationAll Saints Episcopal ChurchAnders, Brian & Julie Anderson, ColleenAnderson, Colleen Arduini, LoriAvidia Charitable FoundationBachrach, EstherBaker Mental Health Counselling LLC.Bank of America.Bardhi, KennethBel Power SolutionsBelanger, Doug Belsky, ErikaBerkowitz, Irene Bezoenik, VictoriaBlack, KennethBonfire Funds, Inc.Boucher, Kevin & Donna Boulevard DinerBritnell, Jessica Bronca Handmade Apparel Brown, Evelyn & HenryBrush It Off Art & Pottery StudioCallinan, RobertaCantlin, WandaCarlomagno, MaureenCarville-Autry, Nicole Castinetti Realty GroupCecchi, Paul & GayleCentral One Federal Credit UnionChase, Owen Choquette, Pauline Christine Church L.Ciavola, Elizabeth & PatriciaCicio, JoanClark University - Student Food PantryClark University Office of Community Engagement&VolunteeringCMEA The Employers AssociationCoghlin, James & NancyCollege Of The Holy Cross - SrcComer, Kathleen M.Community Harvest ProjectConnor, SerinaCook, NancyCook, Nancy Cormier, FredCornerstone BankCorrigan, ThomasCountry BankCove , Ann & New Vision Pioneers Cramer, Michael S.CSX TransportationCutroni, JosephDan Doke Photography Darmagnac, RobertDavidson, PatriciaDewey, DanielDismas Family Farm Dorman, Darrell E. & KarenDoyle, JohnDr. Charles MitchellEaton, John W.& GloriaEdie, Paul Elm's Catering, Tufts UniversityEscape the Pike Faiola, LouiseFallon Community Health Plan.Fallon HealthFarley John Jr. & JoellenFeeley, John & DeborahFidelity CharitableFinkel, Grace First Baptist Church of WorcesterFirst Congregational Church of HoldenFirst Congregational Church of LeicesterFirst Congregational Church of OxfordFisch-Zappala, David Flanagan, KatlynFletcher, Warner & MaryFoundation for Alcohol Education Inc.Four Others, Inc. Fred Harris Daniels FoundationGagne, Daniel Gamache, JoyceGatzke, Robert F. & Jennifer C.Gaylord, JenniferGemme, T. AnneGenese, Eugene & NancyGeorge F. & Sybil H. Fuller FoundationGhize, DianaGiroux, Mark & SuzanneGlatfelter, William & SherryGoddard Homestead
12 | 2024 Annual Report Goldberg, AsherGonzalez, Ruben Gorman, MargaretGould, Laura Goulet, MartinGowaski, DamianGrady, RoseGraham, GeraldineGreater Worcester Community FoundationGribbons, FrancisGuinee, Stephen & KarenGupta, Nehal Gupta, Sapna Harrison, KentonHehn, Ginetter Herlihy Insurance GroupHertzfeld, PatriciaHill, MackHoang, Trang Hobart, MarieHollister Family FundHowatt, SuzanneHughes, Nancy Hyde Charitable FoundationI.B.E.W. Local UnionIlvonen, HelenaJ.Irving & Jane L. England Charitable TrustJarras, GregoryJohnson, Wendy & RobertJoseph LaConte DPM, Inc.Kastner, JohnathanKeicher, Nicholas Kelley, Gerald & Debra PresseyKeohane, KathyKieler, Kevin King, SusanKipp, David & Laura Kissane, Robert & JeanneKlimaszewski, Jena Krefetz, SharonLabCorp Charitable FoundationLakeview SchoolLaurence, LauraineL'Bahy, RebeccaLeicester Food Pantry - St. Joseph's St. Pius X Leicester Senior CenterLeominster Credit UnionLeveillee, SusanLewis, Harold & BethLingan, Soundariya Lombardi, Robert & DoloresLombardi, ScottLongo, Karen & JohnLopolito, Sarah Lussier-Wong, MeganMacdonald, KarenMagee MD, B. Dale & MelanieMahoney, DianneMalkasian, Alan & MarionMankind ProjectMansfield, Krystyn J.Marc & Ernest Pallotta FoundationMarkel, Annette Market 32Marr, MichaelMasterman's Safety & Industrial Supply, LLPMathieson, Maureen & J. ToddMaynard, GailMcGee, Dennis & MaryMcTiernan, Michele & RobertMielinski, JosephMillbury Federal Credit UnionMirick, JohnMitchell, Teddy Moir, GeorgiaMonteiro, Jacqueline Murdock, Kym Murzycki, JocelynNagle, Joseph Nativity School of WorcesterNault Architects Inc.Nobilini, TinaNorton/St. Gobain Alumni CommitteeNovak, PaulNU KitchenNypro Foundation Inc.Oakholm Brewery O'Connell, PaulO'Connor, Maloney & Company, P.C.O'Connor, Pamela Our Lady of Hope ParishOur Lady of Lourdes ChurchOur Lady Of The LakeOverlook FarmPam's Porch 5Parks, Vanessa Patnod, MindyPaulauskas, Nancy Petry, StephenPirthiani, StephaniePlant, Kristin Pless, Claire2024 Grantors, Sponsors, Donors & Volunteers
13 | 2024 Annual Report Plourde Family Charitable TrustPlourde Jr., RogerPOBCO, Inc.Potts, GloriaPowers, ThomasPTG Tools REEDPurington, James & ChristineQuimby, Ben & Rachel Quinlan, RichardRachel's TableReebenacker, Emily Reed, Micheal & Judy Remillard, Mary Ellen Renaissance Charitable FoundationResinate, Inc.REX Monumental Works, Inc. Riley Jr., Richard F.Rivard, JeffRize Massachusetts Foundation Inc.Rocheleau, David & KathleenRockland Trust Charitable FoundationRojas, Angel Roller, Kate Root, GreogryRossetti, John & Sydney Sacco, AnthonySapkale, Esha RavindraSargent, Douglas & KarenSavers BankScher, GeraldSchwartz Charitable FoundationSecuring Safe Food Corporation Sennott, AnnShaikh, Albashi Anis Shaw's Supermarket- Gold Star Blvd. Shaw's Supermarket- Stafford StreetShepherd, JohnShivick, Richard Siemaszko, Robert & JosephineSipos, WilliamSmith, Gary & SarahSmith, Rebecca Soden, StephanieSodexoSoulor, Craig Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.St. Aloysius St. Jude Ladies GuildSt. Aloysius St. Jude ParishSt. Francis Community Health Care, Inc.St. Mary's Credit UnionSt. Patrick's ChurchSt. Spyridon Greek Orthodox ChurchStablewski, Mr. & Mrs.Stencel, Roberta & ChesterStoddard Charitable TrustSullivan, Richard & JudithSullivan, TimothySundstrom, James & JoanSundstrom, Kate Swanstrom, Kenneth & Donna BunkerSwett, MichaelT. John E. Wornham Charitable Gift FundTeamsters Local Union No.170Tech Goes HomeThammadi, Blessy Anjaleena The Agnes M. Lindsay TrustThe Caring House Project Inc.The Hall at Patriot Place The Hanover Insurance Group FoundationThe Karate CenterThe M & T Charitable FoundationThe Madigan Family Foundation Inc.The TJX Foundation, IncThomas Anthony Pappas Charitable FoundationThota, Venkata Ramesh Babu Tirukkoveluru, Vachaspathi Trasavage, Ronald O. & Elizabeth A.United Way of Central MAUniversity Park Campus SchoolVeterans Inc.Vrusho, Robert & IsabelleWalker Farm at Whortleberry HillWalking in Light MinistriesWasser, DanielWebb, JenniferWebster Five FoundationWegmans Food Markets, Inc.Wilkin, ErinWilliam Lynch Co.Woods, Elizabeth A.Worcester Bravehearts Worcester County Church of ChristWorcester County Food BankWorcester County Sheriff's Office Worcester Pistol & Rifle Club Inc.Worcester Telegram & GazetteWorcester-Fitchburg Building TradesWorker Bee HoneyYNV, Tanmayee Young, Jamie Youth Encountering Christ Zapisek, Sebastian Ziemba, Carol2024 Grantors, Sponsors, Donors & Volunteers
Jeremiah’s Inn is a community of individuals and organizations committed to helping those in ourcommunity who suffer from the devastating effects of Substance Use Disorder and FoodInsecurity. Our Mission: We foster a sense of community and mutual aid through partnerships, volunteerism,and our nutrition center. Our Vision: To help people better their lives in order to better the community.Charitable organization exempt under section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code 1059 Main St., Worcester, MA 01603 (508) 755-6403 www.jeremiahsinn.comjeremiahs_inn JeremiahsInnInc jeremiahs-inn