About Save A Life
Community Recovery Resources
Save A Life started as a group of people who saw a problem and grew into a center that serves people every single day. We walk along side people seeking recovery, people in recovery, affected others, and community members alike. You are not alone. We firmly believe that together we recover. You are welcome here any time and at any of our programs. Save a Life offers a variety of free resources such as recovery coaching, meetings, secondary prevention tools, and programs. We offer creative outlets such as art, writing, music, and more. We fight every day to reduce stigma and other barriers. We hope you feel welcome to come and visit us anytime.
If you would like to support Save a Life Recovery Resource Center and our mission please visit here.
Our Team.
Save A Life Recovery Resource Center relies on volunteers in the community to keep our programs running. SAL is led by a board of directors and staff members Ashley and Courtney.
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Ashley Mitchell (she/her/affected other)
Director and Recovery Coach
Ashley joined Save A Life in 2023, bringing passion for community, education, and youth. Her drive stems from past challenges and experience working with youth. With a strong nonprofit background, she creates meaningful programs and events. Stop by in the afternoons to connect with Ashley and learn more.
Ashley Represents Save A Life on the board of the Lincoln Lakes Chamber of Commerce.
You can learn more about Ashley HERE.
Courtney Morgan (she/her/ in recovery)
Administrative Assistant and Recovery Coach
Courtney joined Save a Life in 2026. She draws on her lived experience in recovery and the justice system to help people in recovery and her justice-involved neighbors across Maine. She is trained as a restorative practices facilitator and is a dedicated problem-solver. Courtney is a proud mom and is also the owner of Chance to Change Consulting.
You can learn more about Courtney HERE.
Trish Hayes
Finance Manager
Our Program Volunteers
Many of our programs would not exist without our wonderful volunteers. Get to know our volunteers and what they do. If you would like to attend one of their programs please visit our Programs page and attend. All of our programs are free and open to all in the community.
Jet Timmons
Photography
Jet is a long time volunteer. Just started one of our longest programs Creative Writing until April 2026. Jet, a photographer, now leads Photography and leads the Maine Humanities Project "In Our Eyes; We are All Recovering From Something. Jet always steps in when we need a hand and helps at many of our large events and music events. You can also meet Jet at our Recovery Block Party where he will type you (on a type writer!) a custom haiku for you.
Jeremiah Smith
Recovery Art
Miah has been leads our monthly Recovery Art program. He ran and collaborated the beautiful HOPE mural in the center. He also serve on our Board of Directors and steps in at any opportunity he can to support Save A Life.
Stan Mitchell
Music Club
Stan has been leading music club since 2023. His love of music and enthusiasm for bringing music to the community has morphed into many open mics and our annual Battle of the Bands. Stan also volunteers behind the scenes at SAL and at all of our events.
Lily Mitchell
Teen Recovery Coach
Lily is a trained teen recovery coach. As an affected other Lily saw the need for teens and children to have their own space. In August 2025 Lily attended the week long training 'Recovery Coaching for Young People'. You can connect with Lily most afternoons at the center.
Chris Davis
Tuesday Volunteer
Chris is a dedicated volunteer and supporter at Save a Life. She works hard behind the scenes. Chris opens the center on Tuesdays mornings and leads Creative Writing on Wednesdays. Chris is the author of Worthy.
Dr. Lee Fitzgibbons
Monday Volunteer
Lee is a dedicated volunteer here at Save a Life. She opens the center every Monday morning to serve the center and the community.
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Amanda Wood
Amanda is our behind the scenes volunteer but your wont miss her! Anytime the center needs a lending hand Amanda is there! Amanda volunteers her time at a majority of our monthly brunches and is always coming up with great ideas for the center.
Meet The Board
Laura Sanborn, Chair
Laura is the board Chair of Save a Life Recovery Resource Center.
Mary LoMonaco, Vice Chair
Mary is the Vice Chair of Save a Life Recovery Resource Center
Mary Mallet Bies, Treasurer and Founder
Mary is the Treasurer of the board. Mary also founded Save a Life with Gary Beis.
Susan Lifer, Secretary
Nearly a Lincoln native (40 years), Ms. Lifer became active in the recovery community more than 35 years ago. The opportunity to assist the Save-A-Life Recovery Resource center as a Board member presented itself as the facility was opening, and afforded me the welcome opportunity to assist in the development of additional recovery resources for the upper Penobscot area.
Gary Bies, Founder
Gary founded Save a Life with Mary Mallet Beis.
Chief Lee Miller
Chief Lee Miller brings over 24 years of dedicated service to the field of law enforcement. He began his career with the Veazie Police Department, where he graduated from the 2nd Basic Law Enforcement Training Program. In 2003, he joined the Orono Police Department, and by 2006, he had found his professional home with the Old Town Police Department. Rising through the ranks, he was promoted to Deputy Chief in 2015. In January 2025, Chief Miller was appointed Chief of Police for the Lincoln Police Department.
Throughout his career, Chief Miller has pursued extensive in-service training and professional development. He served as a certified Crash Reconstructionist for over five years and as a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) for a decade. He was also selected to serve as a Cadre instructor for the Basic Law Enforcement Training Program, contributing to the training and mentorship of new officers.
Chief Miller has been a longtime assessor for the Maine Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (MLEAP), conducting numerous assessments across the state. He currently serves on the MLEAP committee and acts as the liaison to AccredNet, supporting continuous improvement and best practices in policing.
Academically, Chief Miller holds a bachelor's degree from Husson College. He also serves as an adjunct faculty member at Eastern Maine Community College, where he shares his knowledge and experience with the next generation of criminal justice professionals.
Staci Provost
Staci has dedicated 26 years to the social service sector, gaining extensive experience in finance, leadership, and the oversight of grant and contract regulatory requirements. I am passionate about giving back to my community through various volunteer activities.
Jeremiah Smith
Miah runs our Recovery Art program April-December and owns Possibilities in Lincoln.
Dr. Lee Fitzgibbons
Lee has served on the board since January 2026.
Chris Davis
Chris is a social activist for several organizations, including SAL. She contributes her expertise on building community, facilitating common ground conversations, and mentoring leaders. Chris is the author of Worthy: The Memoir of an Ex-Mormon Lesbian. She left Maine after high school, looking for her life elsewhere, and is delighted to return home where she belongs.
Board Advisors
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Athena Bryce
Athena received her Master's Degree in 2023 and excels at the intersections of harm reduction, overdose prevention, and community building. Athena serves as the President of the Bangor Area NAACP, works at Bangor Public Health, and is an adjunct instructor for the School of Social Work.
Denise Smith
Bangor Public Health