Who We Are

RISE (Recovery Initiatives Supporting Everyone) is a mobile outreach vehicle that travels throughout Northampton County offering access to addiction and recovery services face-to-face with community members. RISE also aids community members in educating and providing information on county resources to those who want it.

RISE and the Northampton County Drug & Alcohol Division partners with various local organizations and providers in an effort to combat the Opioid Epidemic.

Our Mission

RISE empowers individuals in recovery by providing accessible, compassionate, and comprehensive support through our mobile outreach van. RISE strives to meet individuals where they are, offering resources, connections to essential services, and a safe space that fosters hope and healing. Together, RISE seeks to create a community of resilience, encouraging personal growth and long-lasting recovery journeys.

Our Vision

RISE envisions a community where recovery from substance use disorder is understood, promoted, embraced and enjoyed and where all who seek recovery have access to the support, care and resources needed to achieve long-term recovery.

Meet the Team

  • Dana Stebelski

    D&A PROGRAM SPECIALIST & COORDINATOR

    Dana serves as the Drug and Alcohol Program Specialist for the Northampton County Drug and Alcohol Division. As the coordinator of RISE, Dana is passionate about bringing essential support directly to the residents of Northampton County. She believes in meeting people where they are—making sure they feel seen, heard, and empowered through accessible resources, education, and services.

  • Lauren Wassum

    CERTIFIED RECOVERY SPECIALIST

    Lauren serves as the Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) at the Hope Center, a division of Treatment Trends, Inc. Drawing from her own lived experience in recovery, Lauren fosters meaningful connections with individuals, providing compassionate support, instilling hope, and guiding them toward positive transformation within the community.

RISE To New Beginnings Together

Made Possible By

The RISE Van was brought to life through the Pennsylvania Opioid Settlement Funds that were granted to Northampton County’s Drug and Alcohol Division. This division is made possible by a contract with the PA Department of Drug & Alcohol Programs, PA Department of Human Services and Northampton County.

Priority Populations

Northampton County D&A Division ensures that all Priority Populations will be given preferential treatment for services. Services are prioritized in the following order:

  • Pregnant Intravenous Drug Users

  • Pregnant Substance Users

  • Intravenous Drug Users

  • Overdose Survivors

  • Veterans

Equal Opportunity

Admissions and the provision of services and referrals of residents shall be made without regard to age, sex, color, race, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, or sexual orientation