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T.J.'s Place of Hope

T.J.'s Place of Hope

Hope Beyond Addiction

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TJ's Place of Hope is a safe place for teens and young adults to gather in a confidential environment for recovery from addictions and other destructive behaviors. We're an organization...

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Get Help!

Drug/alcohol abuse or addiction - Self-injury - Eating disorders - Social anxiety issues - Depression - Suicidal Thoughts     Confidential meetings each week Please call 937-436-HOPE, complete the form below, or email...

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Donate Money

Donate Money

100% of all donations go directly to support the kids of T.J.’s Place of Hope.T.J.’s Place of Hope is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable, volunteer-based organization. Donations Needed! Donations via Credit...

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Donate Time

Our volunteers help with a variety of tasks, from coordinating fundraising events to facilitating meetings. Some opportunities are available on a one-time or occasional basis, but we are always looking...

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Resources

Resources

CALL 211 from ANYWHERE The 211 Helpline is a 24/7, 365-day community information and referral help line that provides individuals in need with help in times of crisis and beyond. 211...

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Our Mission

 ...provide a safe, confidential, peer-reinforced environment to restore hope to young people caught in addictions or addictive behaviors...

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Drug/alcohol abuse or addiction - Self-injury - Eating disorders - Social anxiety issues - Depression - Suicidal Thoughts...

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Our volunteers help with a variety of tasks, from coordinating fundraising events to facilitating meetings....

Open to All

We are not a faith based organization. People from all walks of life are welcome!

Donate Money

100% of all donations go directly to support the kids of T.J.’s Place of Hope.T.J.’s...

Latest News

21Jan

Join us for our Fundraising Event!

Attention Supporters! We have a great fundraiser coming up. A 3-4 course meal at the Dorothy Lane Market Culinary Center. This is our first Fundraising event in years, honestly. We are so...

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22Apr
Fourth of July at TJ's Place of Hope

Join Us on the 4th!

We would like to welcome everyone to drop in during the Americana Festival on July 4th to visit and watch the parade.

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22Apr

Welcome, Centerville High School Hope Squad!

T.J.’s Place of Hope will host the Centerville High School Hope Squad at our facility on May 2 at 11:00-2:30.

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27Mar
Therapeutic Riding Institute

TJ’s Place of Hope Recognized by Therapeutic Riding Institute

From the Therapeutic Riding Institute: Today we would like to recognize and say thank you to T.J.'s Place of Hope of Centerville for their continued support of our program and...

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COVID-19

TJ's Place of Hope observes all CDC, state, and local guidelines. If you have specific concerns or questions, please feel free to contact us. 2020 COVID-19 information Kids during COVID-19

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About Us

TJ's Place of Hope is a safe place for teens and young adults to gather in a confidential environment for recovery from addictions and other destructive behaviors

Getting Here

We're located in the heart of Centerville at 85 East Franklin Street, one block east of...

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Rosie’s Healing Journey

Watch on YouTube as Rosie describes her healing journey, and how TJ's Place of Hope helped...

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A Letter from Our Founder

August 2020 Newsletter Thank you for working with us since 2006 as we began our 501C...

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Our Board

David
President
Cheryl
Founder
Greg
Co-Founder
Ashlyn
Lead Facilitator
Josie
Josie
Treasurer
Bob
Bob
Board Member
Molly
Board Member

FAQs about TJ’s Place of Hope

What do you do, exactly?

We provide a safe and confidential place to meet with kids ages 12-25, that are struggling with one or more...

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How much do your services cost?

Nothing! TJ's Place of Hope is completely free to parents and kids. We rely 100% on donations.

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Are you counselors?

No, we are more like safe guides and give a listening ear when you need it. The facilitators have all...

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What if I want to commit suicide?

You are too precious to lose!! Tell your parents, friends, teachers etc ASAP. Call 911 immediately and get to a...

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What is a facilitator?

A Facilitator is a volunteer that works directly with youth and families in need. They can meet in person, video...

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What are your hours?

The house is used routinely, without a formal schedule. We base our need to use the house on our ‘youths’...

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TJ’s Place of Hope

85 East Franklin Street
Centerville, OH 45459

(937) 436-HOPE

501(c)(3) – 06-1780173

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Group sessions every Wednesday at 3:30 PM.

There is also an opportunity to come at 6:00 p.m. Thursdays.

We are flexible! If neither of those options work for you, please call us at 937-436-HOPE for a personal appointment. 

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    Ashlyn

    Lead Facilitator

    Ashlyn

    Blessed Step Mom, age 26 and Mom to a 11 and 9 year old! Wife to wonderful hubby! My day job: Software Engineering Manager.
    From the beautiful state of Maine
    I enjoy woodworking, playing video games, golfing, crafting, painting, HGTV and watching football.

    I love working with TJ’s Place of Hope. Meeting with youth and improving the way we communicate/provide resources to this great community. Personally, I’ve supported (some still with us, some perished…) close family struggling. Witnessing what mental illness, self-harm and addiction do to lives… I’ve also witnessed tremendous change and improvement!!!

    I’m here to Help.

    Greg

    Founder
    + Facilitator

    Greg Crabtree (Dad of TJ)

    Step father to TJ: Greg has been affiliated with T.J.’s Place from its beginning. Greg was previously the President and now presides as the Executive Director. Greg currently is the pastor of two churches in Springfield: Bowlusville United Methodist Church and New Moorefield United Methodist Church. Greg has been active in the organizations public speaking engagements and fundraising for several years. Greg has helped and worked with many youth and families over the years to help them find healthier lifestyles.

    Cheryl

    Founder + Secretary 
    + Facilitator

    Cheryl Crabtree (Mom of TJ)

    Cheryl has been a Board member of T.J.’s Place of Hope since it was started in
    2006. Cheryl has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from West Virginia
    State College and a Master of Science Degree from Marshall University in
    Industrial and Occupational Safety Management.
    Cheryl worked approximately 20 years in industrial safety but after losing her son
    in 2005, she switched her career and started her own business. She started
    Petway In-Home Pet Care where she currently still works and feels that caring for
    animals has helped her to heal.

    Dave

    President

    David Ball

    Dave and his wife, Kathy, currently reside in Springboro after 26 years of residency in Centerville. Dave is an independent sales rep who covers Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Kentucky. He has done considerable international travel. Dave has been the Assistant Junior Varsity baseball coach at Centerville for 14 years.

    Dave and Kathy have three children – Dan, 36 who resides in Loveland, OH; Melissa, 32 who resides in Cincinnati, OH; and Molly, 26 who resides in Chicago, IL. Dan and his wife Kara have blessed Dave and Kathy with two grandchildren, Katelyn (7) and Lizzy (5).

    Dave graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 1977 as did Kathy. He has a BBA in Marketing.

    Covid Safety Information from T.J.’s Place of Hope

    Don’t delay emergency care
    Do not delay urgent or routine care because of COVID-19. Seek immediate care for severe or sudden health events or emergencies. Delaying medical care can be a threat to your health and wellbeing.
    Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    Call before you visit and wear a mask when you go
    Routine medical visits may be postponed or available by phone or online care. The CDC recommends cloth face coverings to prevent COVID-19.
    Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    Understand risk factors and next steps
    Take the Google hosted self-assessment
    For informational purposes only. Consult your local medical authority for advice. Learn more

     

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