The GLASS Team 

Tina Griffin
Linkage Specialist

Tina Griffin brings a rare blend of professional expertise, personal dedication, and unwavering compassion to her role as Linkage Specialist for the Giving Lives A Second Start (G.L.A.S.S.) Project. A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, Tina’s career began with a focus on Social Actions: Substance Abuse, where she developed a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals struggling with addiction. Her military experience instilled in her a strong sense of discipline, integrity, and a lifelong commitment to service—qualities that continue to define her work today.

 

With nearly two decades of experience working with youth in correctional facilities and adults with developmental disabilities, Tina has built a career centered around advocacy, empowerment, and support for those often overlooked or marginalized. Her ability to connect with people from all walks of life comes from her genuine respect for their individual journeys and her belief in their potential to overcome obstacles.

 

Since joining the G.L.A.S.S. Project in 2020, Tina has dedicated herself to helping women in recovery navigate the complex process of rebuilding their lives. As a Linkage Specialist, she works tirelessly to connect participants with critical resources—whether it's housing, employment opportunities, education, healthcare, or family services. Tina understands that successful recovery is about more than just sobriety; it’s about creating a stable, fulfilling life supported by a strong network of community resources.

 

Tina’s approach is guided by empathy, patience, and an unwavering belief in second chances. She meets each woman where they are, providing not only practical support but also encouragement and hope. Her goal is to empower individuals to take control of their futures, build healthy relationships, and experience the joy of lasting recovery.

 

Through her work with the G.L.A.S.S. Project, Tina Griffin continues to be a vital force in transforming lives. Her dedication has made her a trusted mentor and advocate for countless women working toward freedom from addiction and the creation of a brighter, substance-free future.

 

 

Roxanne Evans
Recovery Coach

Roxanne Evans is a powerful and compassionate advocate for recovery in the Golden Triangle community. A woman of remarkable resilience, Roxanne is living proof that healing and transformation are possible, no matter how dark the past may seem. Having survived both substance abuse and domestic violence, she brings a profound depth of understanding to the work she does, offering hope and guidance to those still finding their way.

 

With years of long-term recovery under her belt, Roxanne’s personal journey fuels her passion for helping others reclaim their lives. She knows firsthand how overwhelming it can be to navigate the emotional aftermath of addiction and trauma. That’s why she dedicates herself to walking alongside individuals as they face difficult emotions, challenge long-held limiting beliefs, and learn to set healthy boundaries that protect both their sobriety and their peace.

Roxanne’s approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and respect. She believes that recovery is not just about abstaining from substances, but about rediscovering one’s worth, rebuilding self-trust, and learning how to live with purpose and joy. Her unique insight allows her to connect deeply with those she serves, offering both practical tools and heartfelt encouragement.

 

Today, Roxanne stands as a source of strength and inspiration for countless individuals in the community. She is a firm believer in the power of presence—the simple yet profound act of showing up for someone else in their time of need. Whether she’s coaching someone through early recovery or helping them rebuild their lives after loss, Roxanne’s message is clear: You are not alone, and recovery is possible.

Her life and work are a testament to the fact that, with support and determination, anyone can break free from the cycles of addiction and abuse and step into a future filled with hope and possibility.

 

 

Emily Helmick
Recovery Coach

Emily Helmick’s journey is a powerful testament to resilience, transformation, and the strength found in community. As a single mother, Emily has faced—and overcome—some of life’s most difficult challenges, including domestic violence and substance abuse. Her story is one of courage, hope, and the unwavering belief that change is possible, no matter how far gone things may seem.

 

Emily’s path to recovery began when she made the life-altering decision to seek help. Arriving in Beaumont with nothing but a backpack and the clothes on her back, she entered Land Manor’s Franklin House North. It was there that she found a safe space, a supportive environment, and the guidance she needed to begin rebuilding her life. Though the road wasn’t easy, Emily met it with determination and a willingness to heal. Through the Giving Lives A Second Start (G.L.A.S.S.) Project, she gained the tools, structure, and stability that became the foundation for her new life.

 

Today, Emily is not just surviving—she is thriving. She and her two children now enjoy the healthy, stable life she once thought was out of reach. The relationships she built during her recovery continue to provide her with strength and support as she moves forward in her journey.

Emily’s passion for helping others led her to become a Certified Recovery Coach, and she now works with Land Manor, the same organization that helped her reclaim her life. Every day, she dedicates herself to walking alongside others who are facing similar struggles, offering them hope, encouragement, and practical support. Emily firmly believes in paying forward the compassion and grace that were shown to her, helping others discover their own path to healing and a life free from substance abuse.

 

Her story serves as a beacon of hope for anyone who feels lost, reminding them that recovery is possible, and a fulfilling life is within reach.

 

Krashima Matthew

Recovery Coach

Before the age of 10, Krashima Matthew lived an ordinary childhood—until a violent assault on her father left him, and her entire family, shattered. That traumatic event set her life on a path toward addiction. By 12, she had taken her first drink, and soon after, life began to spiral downward.

 

During this difficult time, Krashima’s mother remarried a man who sexually assaulted her, leaving deep emotional scars. In an attempt to cope, Krashima turned to pills at just 14 years old. What began as a way to survive quickly became a long and painful struggle with addiction that lasted nearly three decades. Hoping for a fresh start, she moved to Beaumont, Texas, believing she could escape her past. But no matter how far she ran, the pain, trauma, and addiction followed.

 

By then, Krashima was a mother herself. After becoming involved with Child Protective Services, she hit her breaking point. Desperate and overwhelmed, she cried out to God, *“I can’t do this without YOU!”* That moment marked a turning point. She made the life-changing decision to enter treatment.

 

At first, Krashima told herself she was going to rehab for her children. But while in treatment, a simple writing assignment about her drug use changed everything. It forced her to confront the truth of her addiction and the dangerous situations she had placed herself—and her children—in over the years.

 

Determined to change, Krashima entered drug court, which provided accountability and structure, and became a participant in the Giving Lives A Second Start (G.L.A.S.S.) Project. Through these programs, she found stability, support, and a new way to live. Though it was heartbreaking not to be immediately reunited with her children, she persevered. No matter what, she held onto her sobriety and kept moving forward.

 

Eventually, Krashima was reunited with her children. Today, she has come full circle, working for the very organization that helped her find freedom—Land Manor. Now a Certified Recovery Coach with the GLASS Project, she works predominately with NorthPointe Recovery (formerly Franklin House North) clients – the very facility where she was once a client. Krashima works to help other women discover their potential, embrace recovery, and reunite with their own children.