I have worked for Safe Communities MDC, serving our community since 2017. This has by far been the employment that resonates with my favorite version of me.

I am so humbled and grateful to have met every person on their journey to wellness and work alongside partners whose interests align with those of creating well communities.

My hobbies are hanging with my kiddos, partner and family, reading books, playing volleyball and singing off key to music (all the time).

I have been part of Safe Communities since 2017 and am proud to support the organization through an operations-focused role that helps ensure programs run effectively, sustainably, and in alignment with our values. My background is rooted in community-based work, and I am committed to building and maintaining systems, processes, and infrastructure that allow staff to focus on what matters most: supporting people in ways that honor their individual goals and choices.

Outside of my role at Safe Communities, I enjoy staying actively involved in the community through board service, community work groups, and other opportunities to contribute to local initiatives. I’m also a social person who enjoys spending time with friends, as well as quieter moments reading books, working on puzzles, and snuggling my dog. Time with my husband and kids is especially important to me and keeps me grounded and connected

DaVita Walker serves as the Program Coordinator for Peer Services for Safe Communities. She has been a team member of Safe Communities since 2019. A proud member of the Bad River Band of the Lake Superior Tribe of Chippewa Indians, DaVita brings a deep sense of cultural connection and advocacy to her work. She currently facilitates The Healing Circle, a dedicated support group focused on recovery and communal wellness.

DaVita holds an Associate’s degree in Human Services and a certification in Addiction Studies. She is a staunch advocate for harm reduction and outreach, rooted in the core philosophy of meeting every individual exactly where they are. Her work is driven by a passion for creating accessible, compassionate pathways to healing for all community members.

My name is Rebecca, and I am a person in long-term recovery.

I am a Certified Peer Support Specialist and work with people who struggle with substance use and mental health challenges to assist in making changes in their lives.

I have a passion for working with pregnant women and their babies, guiding them in their recovery process to experience better outcomes for both mom and baby. Grateful to be a part of the Safe Communities recovery coach team.

I joined Safe Communities in 2017 as a Coalition Builder and Peer Support Specialist and have been fortunate to grow alongside the organization ever since. While my role has changed over the years, my passion for supporting both our staff and participants has remained the same.

In 2019, Safe Communities launched Rex, our data platform designed specifically for community-based organizations. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of leading its continued development, administration, and staff training. Although I sometimes miss working directly with participants, I find purpose in building systems and providing training that help our peer providers spend more time doing what they do best – supporting people.

One of my favorite parts of my role is helping new staff gain confidence with technology. I believe everyone learns differently, and I strive to create a patient, supportive, and individualized training experience that meets people where they are. Watching someone who was once intimidated by technology leave training feeling confident is one of the most rewarding parts of my work.

Outside of Safe Communities, I am a proud transmasculine man and have been in recovery since 2015. Those experiences continue to shape both my personal values and my approach to supporting others. In my free time, you’ll usually find me playing hockey, traveling, crafting, attending concerts, helping friends, or spending time with my wonderful family. I believe every person has the capacity to love, to heal, to repair, and to grow, and that we all share a responsibility to recognize the impact we have on one another and to leave our communities a little better than we found them.

“A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.” — Amelia Earhart

Hey all! my name is Allison, im a certified peer support specialist using my new creditials for the 1st time with Safe Communities, an organization that has been near and dear to my heart for the many years for the great things they offer to our community.

I have been in recovery on MAT since 2013. lam a proud advocate for MAT with the understanding a persons recovery is individualized and there are many pathways to recovery, it is not a “1 size fits all”.

I have implemented harm reduction strategies and principles in my life for many years and im so excited to learn more and to see what this new adventure as a CPSS is going to bring me. Im a mother to 2 amazing kiddos who im so thankful for and in my spare time I love to spend time with family, watching my favorite shows, eating great food and finding new places to have fun and enjoy with my kids.

So excited to join the team!

My name is Lana Hamilton and I am honored to be a Recovery Coach/Certified Peer Specialist/Doula for Safe Communities since 2019.

I work in the Jail2Recovery, ED2Recovery, Comprehensive Community Services, and Pregnancy2Recovery programs. I am also a part of Madison’s new Addiction Resource Team.

I enjoy time with my family, biking, hiking, cooking, sewing, and my first time adding the joy of cats into my life.

Hi, my name is Jewel Adams. My pronouns are she/her.

I have been in recovery since 08-24-2004. I have been with Safe Communities since August of 2018. My passion is helping others and my hobby is dancing.

My favorite part about my job is knowing I can make a difference in another persons life when I show up for them!

Hi, my name is Brad, Recovery Coach/Certified Peer Specialist, mainly working in the Jefferson County area and Jail2Recovery in Dane and Jefferson counties.

My name is Andrew and I am a Recovery Coach and Peer Support Specialist.

Some of my interests are Psychology, Philosophy and Spirituality.

I enjoy Traveling, Art and to support others by sharing my lived experience.

Hello I’m Jason Desecki, Recovery Coach and Certified Peer Specialist for the state of Wisconsin, I work with Safe Communities in
Madison Wisconsin, dedicated to supporting others on their journey to wellness. With a deep passion for helping people, I bring
kindness, empathy, and real-life experience to my work. Outside of my professional life, I find peace and strength in the outdoors,
weightlifting, music, and art. These passions ground me and inspire the energy I bring to every connection. I believe in the power of
resilience, community, and living with purpose.

I am trans/non binary cat dad of 4 kitties. 3 of which are hairless. When I’m not at home with my kitties, I like to be doing anything outside when the weather is nice. I love to skateboard and go to live music events. I play softball in a queer league every summer. I enjoy watching all kinds of sports but especially NBA.