Marilyn Grimes - Executive Director
Marilyn has lived in Bloomington Indiana her entire life. Having experienced substance misuse of her own
she currently has 14 years of sobriety. Marilyn went on to obtain a Bachelor’s degree of Science,
concentrating on Substance misuse counseling. While working on her degree, Marilyn worked with New
Leaf New Life and was very concerned with the issues of substance misuse. Incarceration and
recidivism. Seeing a need in helping those dealing with these issues, she co-founded Courage to Change
Sober Living, Inc., in 2015.
Justin Booth - Men’s House Case Manager
Justin has been a resident of Bloomington since November of 2021 when he began his local journey via his attendance at the Amethyst House. Afterwards he successfully graduated from the Courage to Change program all while becoming a Lead Behavioral Health Technician at Indiana Center For Recovery. Justin works diligently to support and help others within the community and in his personal life he unwinds by spending time with his dog, family, and riding his motorcycle.
Misty James - Women’s House Case Manager
Misty was the President of Courage to Change Sober Living since March 2022 prior to her current position. She is also a successful graduate of the program. She has a unique way of connecting with individuals of all varieties and backgrounds. She continues to advocate for our organization through public speaking and has a profound ability to share her experiences conducive in helping those overcoming adversity. In Misty's spare time, she enjoys reading, spending time with her partner and family.
Jeremy Dye - President
Jeremy Dye originally came to Bloomington in 2022 and has worked in treatment and recovery ever since. Along with being involved with Courage to Change he also works at Indiana Center for Recovery and Amethyst House, while also maintaining a board position with New Leaf New Life. He personally experienced addiction prior to his move here and this fuels his current involvement in the local community today. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his young son and pursuing his college education.
Bobby Overman - Board Treasurer/Secretary
Bobby is the treasurer of CTC and has been involved in nonprofit work for many years including serving in Peace Corps Belize, working as Nonprofit Central Specialist at the Monroe County Public Library and volunteering with other local nonprofits including serving as Board President of New Leaf New LIfe.
Danielle Morris - Socail Media/Website
Danielle Morris was born in Indianapolis but has lived in Bloomington since she was 5 years old. Danielle struggled with substance abuse in the past and has been clean for almost 8 years. She has worked at rehabs and detox centers. She also has offered her photography services for many local recovery events. Danielle has been a board member for Courage to change Sober Living for a few years, previously playing the role as secretary and VP while also running social media posts/website updates.
Cindy Houston - Board Member
Cindy Houston is a mostly retired mental health therapist who has spent over 50 years providing clinical services. 30 of those years were at Centerstone doing clinical work, managing programs and in administration. Her last position involved clinical training of the staff throughout Indiana. Prior to that she co-founded and was the director of a battered women's shelter and served in leadership at the state and national coalitions against domestic violence. Locally, she has been a long term board member for Middle Way House and was a founding member of the Monroe County Drug Court which has morphed into several problem solving courts. Cindy volunteered with that program as a team member for over 20 years.