Mid-Atlantic Regional Newsletter January 2022

Executive Director Spotlight

Happy 2022 Mid Atlantic MADD Constituents!

With a new year comes new opportunities and new challenges. This year will be filled with growth and possibilities for our staff at MADD to continue to provide support to our victims. As I reflect on 2021, I am pleased to say that we accomplished much – yet we still have many opportunities for growth. I am honored to know that none of this would be possible without each and every one of you.

As we move into 2022, I ask that we work harder and smarter while we keep our eyes and our aim on an end to drunk and drugged driving and towards zero victims.

In the coming weeks, I will be introducing our new Regional Advisory Board Members, opportunities for regional sponsorships, and much more. Stay tuned!

If there is anything that we can do to support you, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Sincerely,

Roderick Howard
Regional Executive Director

Mid-Atlantic Region

Ambiguous Loss

Alisa O’Neill

Have you ever felt like you lost someone, but you still physically see them? Do you feel like your loved one is no longer the same mentally after the crash has happened – even if it’s years later? This is called Ambiguous Loss/Grief.

Advocacy as a Tool for Healing

Robin M. Stimson, LMSW

If and when a victim is ready to turn Pain into Purpose, they can move forward knowing that advocacy can be a beneficial tool for their healing.

Read Advocacy as a Tool for Healing here.

VA Driving Incidents in the News

12/5/21 Estefania Cabrera, 29, Fairfax
12/7/21 Quentin Norman, 19, York County

State Police Vehicle Hit by Impaired Driver

Driver Charged in DUI Wrong-Way Crash

Valiant Volunteer

Jeff Schaub

Jeff Schaub is a volunteer for MADD Maryland. He has encountered impaired driving in many ways including the death of his cousin and working as a law enforcement officer. Learn more about Jeff, in his own words, here.

Calendar of events:

Mon. Jan 31, 6-6:45 p.m. via zoom

Volunteer Training Series: Court Monitoring

What is court monitoring, why is it important and how to do it. Learn about why MADD monitors DUI cases in Court and how to become certified. This 45-minute information session will not result in your being certified. It will just provide you with information. Further online training is required. Email cristi.cousins@madd.org if interested. Deadline for registration Jan 27th.

Mon. Feb. 28, 6 – 7 p.m. via zoom

Volunteer Training Series: Sharing Your Story.

Do you want to become a speaker for MADD, but don’t know where to begin? You are not alone! Join us for this zoom call! Attending the call doesn’t commit you to speak. Email cristi.cousins@madd.org if interested. Deadline for registration is Feb. 24th.

Save the Date:

Law Enforcement Corner

Law Enforcement Support

Henrico County, VA Police Officer is MADD’s Officer of the Month!

Did You know that there is a victim support library available on MADD’s website? You can print copies of any of our excellent victim support publications in English or Spanish. #NoMoreVictims