Matthew Holstein, Author at Jobs and Hope

Jobs & Hope WV Receives 2025 WV Community Organization Award for Statewide Impact on Substance Use Disorder Care

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Jobs & Hope WV has been honored with the 2025 West Virginia Community Organization Award for Statewide Impact on Substance Use Disorder Care. The award recognizes community-based organizations that have made an exceptional impact in addressing substance use disorders across the continuum of care. Manager Deborah Harris accepted the award on behalf of Jobs & Hope WV.…
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Jobs & Hope WV Shows Measurable Success During Recovery Month

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As National Recovery Month is observed this September, West Virginia is highlighting the measurable successes of Jobs & Hope West Virginia, the state’s comprehensive program addressing substance use disorder and supporting individuals in recovery. Jobs & Hope WV connects participants with transition agents, education, job training, employment opportunities, and critical support services…
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Jobs & Hope WV Transition Agents Support Inaugural WVSILC Regional Youth Transition Fair at Blackwater Falls State Park

By: Matthew Holstein DAVIS, W.Va. — Jobs & Hope WV proudly participated in the first-ever Regional Youth Transition Fair hosted by the West Virginia Statewide Independent Living Council (WVSILC) on May 21, 2025, at Blackwater Falls State Park. Transition Agents Erin Gaertner, Nikki Cowles, and Leah Hall—serving Regions 6 and 7—were on site to support…
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J&H WV In The News: W.Va. Jobs and Hope Program Offers Hope to Those in Addiction Recovery

Organization has helped over 10k receive employment, and 585 participants graduate from program By: Estaban Fernandez, The Register-Herald FAIRMONT — For people on the verge of putting their life together after dealing with addiction, employment can be a significant hurdle. “West Virginia is really rich with resources, but oftentimes it’s difficult to navigate those resources…
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Feature Article The Inter-Mountain: “Homeless in the Mountains”

About Tami Cale and Jobs & Hope WVTami Cale is a participant in the Jobs & Hope West Virginia program, working with Transition Agent Leah Hall in Region 6. Since joining the program in January, Tami has actively engaged with her local Adult Learning Center (ALC) and is pursuing her goal of becoming a Peer…
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Celebrating the Success of Jobs & Hope WV’s Heavy Equipment Operators Course Graduates

Jobs & Hope West Virginia, in collaboration with the West Virginia National Guard, West Virginia Military Authority, and the Contractors Association of West Virginia, recently honored the latest graduates of the Heavy Equipment Operators Course at the 2025 West Virginia Construction + Design Expo. This significant event, held at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center,…
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Jobs & Hope WV: A High-Return Investment in West Virginia’s Future

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Jobs & Hope WV is proving to be one of the state’s most effective workforce reintegration programs, delivering a substantial return on investment for West Virginia. With an annual investment of $6.1 million, the program generates $26.64 million in direct economic impact, yielding a 337% ROI. This equates to approximately $4.37 in…
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From Darkness to Light: She lost 10 years to addiction, now she’s celebrating four years of recovery, finding joy in everyday life

By: D.K. Wright Original Article: WTRF OHIO VALLEY (WTRF) — For most people, Groundhog Day is a fun and quirky holiday focusing on a furry rodent and wintry weather. But for one Ohio Valley woman, February 2 is her ‘clean’ date, the anniversary of the day she entered recovery. Now, Ashlie Howard is helping others.…
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How Jobs & Hope WV Helped Matt Evans Rebuild His Life

By: Matthew Holstein When Matt Evans first joined the Jobs & Hope WV program, he was starting from scratch—recently released from prison, living in a sober living house, with no job, no driver’s license, no vehicle, and no support system. He felt lost. But deep down, he knew he wanted more out of life. With…
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Community members recognize Restorative Justice Week at the Berkeley County Recovery Resource Center

By Ainsley Hall ahall@journal-news.net Original Article MARTINSBURG — On Wednesday, people throughout the state gathered in separate groups to recognize Restorative Justice Week. The event was sponsored by the West Virginia Restorative Justice Project during International Restorative Justice Week to create more awareness about the practice and help people in the healing process. Restorative justice…
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