About

The Recovery Action Network of Michigan is the recovery community organization serving Western Wayne County with aspirations to provide services and support across the state. Thanks to generous support from Growth Works, we have taken the initial steps organize as a nonprofit, form our Board of Directors and start developing our plan to serve this community.

The Recovery Action Network of Michigan will be a force for change bringing a wide variety of events and resources to the community. The organization looks forward to launching support groups, educational seminars, sober activities, community services events, and so much more!

This initiative is primarily volunteer-based, which means it’s dependent on caring people who believe in the purpose of this community who are willing to give up their own time, and other supporters who are willing to donate resources to keep us going.

If you’re interested in supporting us, please check out our upcoming events, reach out to one of our team member, or consider donating. We try and make it as easy as possible for anyone to get involved so don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

David Sculati began his recovery journey on June 16, 1989 after struggling with substance abuse and completing treatment as an adolescent. David uses his lived experience to inspire others and give back to his community. Aside from his position with RANMI, David is actively involved in his local recovery community and he serves as Board President of Growth Works, a non-profit organization that supports individuals and families while they navigate SUD treatment and juvenile delinquency.

David began his professional career in the investment business at Dean Witter in 1995. David made the decision to strike out on his own in 2010 to create his namesake, Sculati Wealth Management, and follow his vision of offering a more holistic approach to serve clients. He continues to serve as President of his firm today. In his free time, David enjoys spending time with his wife, Carrie, and two children, Eleanore and Anderson. David praises his recovery for giving him a life with endless possibilities, including the ability to successfully complete seven Ironman Triathlons.

Jason Schwartz is a person in long-term recovery since October 28, 1990. Jason has strong ties to the Western Wayne Community and is a long-time resident of Livonia with his wife and children. Jason’s recovery from substance use has allowed him to dedicate his career to helping others recover. His experience includes inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services, long and short-term residential SUD treatment, social detox, a community outreach center, adult and adolescent outpatient services, corrections outreach, and transitional housing. Jason currently serves as the Director of Social Work and Spiritual Care at Michigan Medicine. Prior to Michigan Medicine, Jason was employed with Trinity Health Livonia and Dawn Farm.

Jason values service work and giving back to his community, something which has helped to strengthen his recovery. Jason’s service activities include committees and boards with: The National Association for Children of Addiction, National Association of Social Workers; Livonia Save Our Youth Coalition; Michigan Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors; and Families Against Narcotics of NW Wayne and Washtenaw Counties.

Jessica Klotz is the Chief Operating Officer of Growth Works, and has been with the organization for 21 years, starting as a MSW intern. Jessica is an advocate for recovery support services, and she oversaw the development and implementation of the peer coaching program at Growth Works in partnership with local hospitals and public safety departments in Western Wayne County. In her various roles with the organization, Jessica has helped countless individuals and families receive the support and resources necessary to recover and make positive changes in their lives.

Jessica is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a specialization in Community Organization and she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She recently obtained her Doctorate of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California. Aside from her position with RANMI, Jessica also sits on the Board of Directors for New Hope Center for Grief Support, a non-profit organization that brings hope, healing and new beginnings to individuals and families grieving the loss of a loved one.

John Casteel is a person in long-term recovery and a certified peer recovery coach. He started his recovery journey as an adjudicated adolescent and has found his passion in helping young people find recovery and independence from the criminal justice system. John has dedicated himself to serving his community and claims that service is a big part of his personal recovery. John is a founding member of Western Wayne’s Juvenile Advisory Council, a youth mentorship program that pairs individuals with lived experience in juvenile justice to youth who are currently involved in the court system. John also carries his message of recovery as a member of the Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform for the State of Michigan. John enjoys giving back to his community through volunteer work with Elevate Detroit and the Northridge Church prison ministry.

Laurie Gustafson serves as the Director of Community Health and Well-Being for Trinity Health Livonia. The Community Health and Well-Being team serves as a bridge between the excellent clinical care provided by Trinity Health and the needs of the communities we serve, understanding that the drivers of good health go beyond the four walls of the hospital or doctor’ s office. Laurie seeks to live out the Trinity Health mission to “serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities”. Her professional journey has included community mental health, family counseling, workplace wellness, community coalition building and healthcare administration.

Laurie’s personal journey has included marriage and the privilege of raising three sons, gratifying friendships, and lots of outdoor adventures. Laurie is passionate about helping others find recovery, as she has experienced the grief that comes with losing close family members and friends to overdose and suicide. Laurie is grateful for the opportunity to bring her whole self to this role on the Board of Directors for Recovery Action Network of Michigan and to support recovery related efforts in our community.