- Email: info@acemhrecovery.org
- Phone: +1 (330) 308-8604
We are a non-profit agency funded by the Tuscarawas and Carroll County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board offering peer support, self-help and educational opportunities
Debbie holds certifications in Peer Support and in NAMI Connections group facilitation and is on the NAMI board for Tuscarawas and Carroll County. She is a trained facilitator for the Whole Health Action Management (WHAM) program. Debbie is responsible for all art related activities at ACE. She studied with the Art Instruction Schools in Minneapolis MN. She studied at the New York Institute of Photography as a photographer and trained and managed photo labs for CPI Corporation for over 10 years. She has also attended many classes at Kent State University in upper management and administration and graduated from New Pointe Institute in Biblical Studies. She is also one of the founders and co-owners of a non-profit ministry, His Words I Speak. This all adds a special dimension to the mix of our member’s experiences here at ACE. She is the proud mother of 3 sons and 4 grandchildren. Family and relationships are at the center of her heart.
Betsy was hired in June 2024 as the Program Director/Client Services Coordinator at ACE Inc. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from the University of Phoenix.
Betsy brings a diverse background of education, professional experience, and specialized training to her role. She is a certified CPR instructor, phlebotomist/medical assistant, and Notary Signing Agent for Tuscarawas County. Her professional background includes extensive office support experience and many years working in the medical field. For the past five years, she has focused her career on mental health and recovery services.
Her experience in behavioral health has provided her with valuable hands-on knowledge and skills that continue to strengthen the ACE team. While working at a behavioral health hospital, Betsy received specialized training in crisis management, including certification as a Handle With Care Instructor, a behavior management system designed to promote safety and de-escalation. She also completed CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training, a non-hands-on crisis intervention program, as well as additional self-defense training focused on personal safety and awareness.
Since joining ACE Inc., Betsy has continued expanding her expertise through Peer Support certification and training to become a NAMI Connections facilitator. Her professional focus is centered on advocacy, mental health awareness, recovery, education, and empowering individuals through support and connection.
In addition to her professional responsibilities, Betsy is dedicated to community service. She serves as a board member and Public Awareness Chair for Soroptimist International and previously served 11 years as a board member for the Scleroderma Foundation of Ohio.
Betsy is married to Eric, and together they share a blended family of four children, two granddaughters, one dog, and three cats. Family remains one of her greatest priorities and sources of inspiration.
Nelson holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations from Kent State University. He is also certified in Peer Support, and is a NAMI peer support group facilitator. In 2020, he was the recipient of the prestigious Peer Advocacy award from Peg’s Foundation (see our “Partners” page for more details). Nelson is always a top performer in our fund-raisers. He has been a full time volunteer at ACE since 2009.
Doug holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Kent State University. He is also a NAMI-certified peer support group facilitator. Doug has many years of experience in and around the mental health community in Ohio. His experience includes mental health case management, crisis intervention services, and database and report design. Doug’s position now is tapping into his lived experiences to support his peers at ACE. He lives a quiet life with his wife Tuoi and their two rescue dogs.
Amanda Katz is working towards acquiring a PhD in Clinical Psychology, and has a Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology from The Ohio State University. She is passionate about understanding the many factors that influence mental health and is committed to lifelong learning that helps people thrive personally and professionally.
She loves going on hikes and exploring with her dog, Argo, and competing in numerous equine events with her horses. She also enjoys reading, composing music, and playing instruments.
She has been interested in mental health, and wants to understand and expand her knowledge on all things to do with the betterment of people, from within and outer factors. Amanda is excited to be a part of the ACE team, and is dedicated to crafting a welcoming experience while continuing to pursue professional, personal, and developmental skills to better serve the community and make a positive impact.
The prevalence of mental illness nationwide is on the rise. Because isolation is so prevalent among people who live with mental illness, A.C.E. provides a unique support system which often feels like family to those who drop in regularly. A.C.E. strives to meet the mental, emotional, physical, social and spiritual needs of its members, all under the umbrella of hope! We exist to offer hope to those who feel hopeless.
To create an environment that brings hope and improves the quality of life for persons affected by mental illness and substance abuse.
Everyone is entitled to live a quality life in the community. Our services should be person centered, recovery focused, holistic and peer driven.
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