​OUR INCREDIBLE AND PASSIONATE TEAM ARE
READY TO HELP TODAY!

Our Team Members Are as Important to Us as Our Clients!

Laura Linder

​Founder, Mentor and Compassion Leader

The road to recovery is paved by Laura Linder.  She lives her promises and is in daily contact with everyone receiving treatment at Exclusively First Responders. She sees beyond today and understands that the crisis in our country is just beginning so now is the time to take action to save lives!

​Jay Shuster

​SCORE Mentor

First Responder Station is proud to be guided by this great man!  A retired psychologist, awarded author and journalist, and all around

​Patricia Wingo

​Real Estate Investor, Board Member

Patty understands that a 'sacred space' is a necessity for professionals who want to recover in confidence.  Her expertise to find locations to fit our clients needs is impeccable.

​Candace Yoder

Mentor in Non Profit Sector

Candace has an abundance of experience with addiction treatment and recovery, and has been a trusted advisor in out non profit efforts. Candace is compassionate and empathetic to those individuals and their families who are suffering.

Michaela Sword

Chief Family Officer

Michaela Sword is our Chief Medical Family Officer at First Responder Station, and ensures that our Family Facilities and care are second to none. Michaela brings a wealth of experience and knowledge after working with addicts and their families for over two decades.

Mark Hughes

Chief Financial Officer
Chairman of the Board

Mark Hughes has an abundance of experience with business and finance, and understands that addiction and mental health industries are in crisis! - 'we need more recovery centers and professionals in this industry'.  Mark has been our guiding light with his experience, compassion and guidance.

Jeff Schwerdtweger

Head of Operation Outreach

As a retired Firefighter, Jeff has an abundance of experience with addiction and mental health issues among his peers. We are proud to call Jeff a friend, mentor, and passionate supporter of saving first responders.  If you are in emergent need of help, contact Jeff today!