Danielle serves as a Recovery Navigator at REAL LIFE through Recovery Corps, drawing on her own recovery experience to support others. Originally from Delaware, she spent approximately 25 years working in her family’s restaurant business. In her early 30s, she began struggling with substance use disorder after being prescribed pain medication following surgery. Her journey eventually brought her to Virginia for treatment.

Danielle recently graduated from a local program and earned her Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) certification. Her desire to help others led her to Recovery Corps and REAL LIFE. She is currently attending Reynolds Community College and working toward becoming a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor.

Outside of work and school, Danielle has been enjoying spending her time gardening.