ABOUT
ON OUR OWN
OF CECIL COUNTY
Peer-Led Recovery Since Y2K
On Our Own of Cecil County, Inc. (OOOC) is a peer-operated wellness and recovery center dedicated to supporting individuals living with mental health and substance use challenges in Cecil County and the surrounding region. For over 25 years, we have provided a safe, welcoming space where people can find hope, connection, and practical support on their journey to wellness.
Rooted in the values of dignity, respect, and empowerment, our organization is led by individuals with lived experience who understand the unique challenges of recovery. We offer a range of free services—including peer support groups, crisis intervention, outreach, transportation assistance (related to mental health care), co-pay support, and help navigating community resources and applications. Our programs are designed to encourage self-help, foster independence, and connect people with the tools they need to thrive.
OOOC is proud to be an active affiliate of On Our Own of Maryland and to collaborate with partners like MRDC Head Start and the Cecil County Health Department. Through these partnerships, we continue to expand our reach and impact, ensuring that every person in our community has access to compassionate, peer-driven support.
Whether you are seeking help for yourself or a loved one, or looking to connect with others on a similar path, you are welcome here. Together, we are changing attitudes, promoting recovery, and building a stronger, healthier Cecil County.
The Power of Peer Support: By the Numbers
Peer support programs decrease relapse rates by up to 35% compared to standard treatment alone, helping individuals sustain long-term recovery.
Boisvert, R. A., Martin, L. M., Grosek, M., & Clarie, A. J. (2008). Effectiveness of a peer-support community in addiction recovery: Participation as intervention. Occupational Therapy International, 15(4), 205–220. Read Study
Participants in peer-led recovery programs are 45% more likely to maintain sobriety than those without peer support.
Eddie, D., Hoffman, L., Vilsaint, C., et al. (2019). Lived Experience in New Models of Care for Substance Use Disorder: Peer Recovery Support Services. Psychiatric Clinics of North America, 42(4), 535–546. Read Summary
Individuals who receive peer support are 20% more likely to stay engaged in treatment and recovery programs compared to those without peer support.
Reif, S., Braude, L., Lyman, D. R., Dougherty, R. H., Daniels, A. S., Ghose, S. S., Salim, O., & Delphin-Rittmon, M. E. (2014). Peer Recovery Support for Individuals With Substance Use Disorders: Assessing the Evidence. Psychiatric Services, 65(7), 853–861. Read Article
Individuals engaged in peer support programs experience up to a 30% improvement in overall recovery outcomes, including increased hope, self-efficacy, and quality of life.
Tracy, K., & Wallace, S. P. (2016). Benefits of peer support groups in the treatment of addiction. Substance Abuse and Rehabilitation, 7, 143–154. Read Article
ON OUR OWN OF CECIL COUNTY
LEADERSHIP & ADVISORY
Chanelle Pounds
Executive Director
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Brianna Lowe
Board Member
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Cynthia Rose
Board Member
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Dr. Heather Ulrich
Board Member
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Jack Kristoff
Board Member
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Jaime Waddell
Board Member
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Willie Alexander
Board Member
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Anthony Taylor
Board Member
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Mike Bush
Board Member
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Arnold Bullock
Board Member
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Courtney Ryan
Board Member
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Kendra Sturgis
Assistant Director
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