May 27, 2026 3:05 a.m.
A Douglas County H.O.P.E Drug Court graduate phase participant has announced the Empowering Employment community initiative designed to help individuals overcome barriers to employment by providing professional clothing, job-readiness training, and direct connections to local employers
A Douglas County Circuit Court release said employment plays a critical role in long-term recovery, offering stability, purpose and opportunities for personal growth. For many individuals rebuilding their lives, securing meaningful employment can be one of the most significant and challenging steps toward success.
H.O.P.E. Drug Court graduate phase participant Tracy Fatkin said, “I cannot overstate the importance gainful employment has in one’s recovery”. Fatkin said, “The benefits are limitless – not only to one’s own sense of pride, financial stability, and accomplishment – but also to the community as a whole. Having to face barriers to employment is a very difficult thing to overcome when you’re starting over and trying to fix the mistakes you’ve made”.
As part of the project, community members are encouraged to donate new or gently used interview appropriate clothing and shoes. Donations will be distributed throughout the local community through redeemable vouchers at the Roseburg Dream Center on Northeast Diamond Lake Boulevard.
Clothing donations will be accepted through June 1st at:
*Adapt Integrated Healthcare on West Madrone Street
*Painted Horse Recovery at 1941 Northeast Stephens Street
*Prints Charming at 419 Southeast Main Street
In addition, a Resume Writing and Interview Workshop will be held on Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at WorkSource Oregon at 846 Southeast Pine Street in Roseburg.
The Empowering Employment initiative will conclude with a Community Job Fair on June 5th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Painted Horse Recovery. The event will connect job seekers facing barriers to employment with local employers, workforce resources and community organizations dedicated to supporting successful reentry and recovery. For businesses interested in participating, go to: www.empoweringemploymentdchope.eventbrite.com to register.
For more information on H.O.P.E. Drug Court, go to: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/851/HOPE-Drug-Court