IBH ADDICTION RECOVERY PRESENTS
ACROSS THE TABLE
A Quarterly Panel Discussion Bringing Lived Experience, Expertise, and
Community Voices Together to Strengthen Addiction Recovery.
PANEL 1: THE LIVED EXPERIENCE OF RECOVERY
Join us for an inspiring morning of honest conversation, shared learning, and authentic connection as we celebrate National Recovery Month through the voices and experiences of individuals in recovery.
EVENT DETAILS
Friday, September 25, 2026
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
IBH Addiction Recovery Outpatient and Aftercare Facility
1601 S. Main Street, Akron, OH 44301
SCHEDULE
7:30 - 8:00 AM / Light Breakfast & Networking
8:00 - 8:45 AM / Panel Discussion
8:45 - 9:00 AM / Questions & Community Discussion
MODERATOR:
Kelli Blue, Clincal Site Director, IBH Addiction Recovery Firestone Park Outpatient & Aftercare Facility
PANELISTS:
China Darrington, CEO, Summit Recovery Hub
Jamie Messenger, Executive Director, NAMI Summit County
Curtis Witherspoon, Residential Supervisor, IBH Addiction Recovery
WHAT WE'LL EXPLORE
Together, we'll explore questions like...
• What does recovery truly look like beyond treatment?
• What helps people feel seen, supported, and empowered?
• How can lived experience shape the way we support recovery?
• What can we accomplish when providers and community partners work together?
REGISTRATION
Admission is FREE but registration is REQUIRED.
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