Who We Are
The Renewal Project (TRP) is a new non-profit organization, pending 501(c)3 approval, formed to eliminate financial barriers to mental and behavioral health treatment by providing financial assistance for Alabama residents in need of care. It does not diagnose, treat, or make treatment provider recommendations. It is governed by its Board of Directors and informed by its Advisory Council of subject matter experts throughout the state.
When someone is ready and willing to work for a better, healthier life, nothing should stand in the way. A life renewed is a life restored.
Board of Directors
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David R. Barnett
Chairman
Mobile, AL
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Nelle Cohen
Vice Chairman
Auburn, AL
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Robert Simon
President
Birmingham, AL
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Carie Wimberly
Vice President
Birmingham, AL
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Will Fuller
Treasurer
Montgomery, AL
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Delphine Carter
Secretary
Birmingham, AL
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Paul Shashy
Communications
Birmingham, AL
Executive Director
Liz Read joined The Renewal Project, the first of its kind, to create the organization and develop a mission of increased access to quality mental and behavioral healthcare for Alabama families. With a personal and professional understanding of this space, Liz is dedicated to removing barriers to quality care so Alabama residents with mental and behavioral health disorders are able to live healthy and productive lives.
Liz lives in Birmingham, AL, with her three children and has a background in start-up business and behavioral health spaces.
The Renewal Project is guided by an Advisory Council, comprised of subject matter experts from across the State of Alabama.
Advisory Council
Jared Murray, Huntsville, AL
Latofiah Parker, Ph.D, NCC, BC-THH, LPC, Montevallo, AL
Melinda Rader, M.S., LPC-S, Mobile, AL
Verrick Taylor, M.S. LPC, NCC, Birmingham, AL
John Bayles, Birmingham, AL
John Gianetto, Birmingham, AL
Colin Harris, Birmingham, AL
Frank Long, Birmingham, AL
The Renewal Project provides
financial assistance for the following:
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Residential or Inpatient Treatment
Inpatient or residential mental or behavioral health services refer to treatment programs where individuals stay at a facility for a specified period to receive intensive care for mental health or substance use disorders. These services are designed for individuals who require 24-hour supervision, structured treatment, and medical or therapeutic support
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Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)
PHP is an intensive, structured mental or behavioral health treatment program that provides comprehensive care without requiring an overnight stay. It serves as a step between inpatient hospitalization and traditional outpatient therapy, offering a high level of support for individuals who need more care than weekly therapy sessions but do not require 24-hour supervision.
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Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
IOP is a structured mental or behavioral health treatment program designed for individuals who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy but do not require inpatient or partial hospitalization care. IOPs allow individuals to continue daily responsibilities (such as work or school) while receiving intensive therapy and support multiple times per week.
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Recovery Residence or Group Homes
A Recovery Residence or Sober Living is a structured, substance-free living environment designed for individuals recovering from mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or co-occurring conditions. These residences provide a safe, stable, and supportive community where individuals can focus on maintaining sobriety and improving their mental well-being .
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Therapy and Counseling
Counseling typically addresses concrete, present-day problems, like coping with a recent loss or improving a relationship. Therapy, on the other hand, delves into broader, more complex issues, including mental health conditions, behavioral patterns, and underlying psychological factors.
Contact us
Interested in donating to The Renewal Project? Help us make a difference in the lives of families throughout Alabama. Access to quality mental and behavioral health treatment is something every Alabama resident deserves. We can’t wait to hear from you!
