Board Members
Ted Huntington
President
Jason Hutchings
Vice President
Jason is the Executive Director of Awakening Recovery Center. He is passionate about helping individuals suffering from substance use disorders.
Edward Upshaw
Secretary & Acting Treasurer
Michael Japenga
Member at Large
Melissa Kowalski
Member at Large
Randy Melle
Member at Large
Randy is a grieving parent, a member at large and hopeful. His son Adam passed away at the age of 25 after years of battling his opioid addiction.
Our Story
The Chandler IAM Project is a collaborative effort initiated by the Chandler Police Department in response to the growing tide of overdoses in our community. Through partnership with those in the recovery field, families of loss, Chandler Fire Department, Chandler Substance Use Task Force, Chandler Coalition on Youth Substance Abuse, and other community leaders we created the Chandler IAM Project which offers hope, access to quality treatment, resources, and support for those affected by opioid addiction. We believe that every person should be afforded the opportunity to receive treatment regardless of their financial means.
Since 2015, the Chandler Presbyterian Church has housed the Chandler IAM Project, offering a neutral ground where those suffering from addiction can find safe haven. The space for the Project was donated for free.
Values & Beliefs
Everyone deserves help
We believe every person should be afforded the opportunity to receive treatment regardless of their financial means.
Family is important
Family is always welcome and will also have support available to them during this process.
Each path is different
We aim to determine an individuals needs and what resources might be appropriate. We work with you to develop a plan together
