Wallingford, Connecticut-based Aware Recovery Care, a nationally recognized leader in in-home addiction treatment, has taken significant strides to reinforce its management with two pivotal appointments in in-home addiction treatment leadership: Dennis Fitzpatrick as chief financial officer and Sheila Coleman as the company’s inaugural diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) leader. Both began their roles on Monday and will work closely with CEO Dr. Brian Holzer to further the company’s strategic vision and growth.
Deepening Financial Expertise in In-Home Addiction Treatment Leadership
Dennis Fitzpatrick’s appointment marks an important evolution in Aware Recovery Care’s in-home addiction treatment leadership. Bringing 30 years of healthcare financial management experience in multi-unit operations, Fitzpatrick replaces Lee Tuveson as CFO. His prior role at PRO SMILE, managing 67 service points across three states, equips him well to guide the financial strategy needed to support Aware’s rapid expansion.
In today’s complex healthcare environment, strong in-home addiction treatment leadership means balancing growth with operational efficiency, and Fitzpatrick’s expertise will be critical in steering Aware’s financial health.
Elevating Equity Through Dedicated DEIB Leadership
Sheila Coleman steps into Aware’s in-home addiction treatment leadership as its first DEIB leader. With six years at Aware as Connecticut agency director and a founding member of the Lantern Committee, Coleman has been instrumental in fostering a safe and inclusive workplace. Her new role will focus on embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout the organization’s culture.
CEO Dr. Holzer emphasized the importance of this focus in addiction treatment leadership, stating that Coleman’s role supports Aware’s commitment to cultivating a modern and equitable workforce to better serve its clients.
A Leadership Team Driving Growth and Innovation
Aware Recovery Care’s recent leadership appointments further strengthen its in-home addiction treatment leadership bench. The promotion of Dr. Andrea Auxier to president and the hiring of COO Erin Scraper complement Holzer’s CEO leadership. Together, this team drives innovation and growth across the company’s nine-state footprint.
Leading Value-Based, Patient-Centered Care
At the heart of Aware Recovery Care’s addiction treatment leadership is its patient-centric 52-week program delivered directly in clients’ homes. Operating in Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Maine, New Hampshire, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Virginia, the company emphasizes value-based care, with approximately 80% of revenue from these arrangements, as noted by senior VP Maks Danilin.
Aware’s shift from a cash-pay model to value-based care reflects modern priorities in healthcare and illustrates its forward-thinking in-home addiction treatment leadership approach.
Looking Ahead
With the addition of Fitzpatrick and Coleman, Aware Recovery Care’s addiction treatment leadership is stronger than ever, well-positioned to navigate the evolving behavioral health landscape. Their combined expertise in finance and DEIB will help the company scale responsibly while fostering a diverse, inclusive workforce aligned with its mission to provide accessible, effective addiction treatment.
As Aware continues to expand, its emphasis on innovative addiction treatment leadership ensures it remains at the forefront of transforming addiction care for communities across the country.
