About Phoenix Recovery Support Services

“I am not afraid of tomorrow, for I have seen yesterday and I love today!” – William Allen White

Our Mission Statement

The mission of Phoenix Recovery Support Services is to provide accessible, person-centered recovery support services for adults navigating substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. Through a holistic approach, we offer safe, supportive recovery housing, peer-driven recovery services, and connections to treatment, employment, and community resources—empowering individuals to build sustainable recovery and long-term well-being.

Our Vision

The vision of Phoenix Recovery Support Services is to create a future where individuals in under-resourced and marginalized communities have equitable access to high-quality, person-centered recovery support services through safe recovery housing, peer-driven services, and strong community partnerships.

Vauna Hernandez has over two decades of experience in operations, transitional housing, and community-based program development. As Executive Director of Phoenix Recovery Support Services, she oversees programs designed to support individuals impacted by substance use disorder, justice system involvement, and housing instability.

Her leadership reflects a commitment to equity and culturally responsive care. Ms. Hernandez has worked extensively to expand access to recovery housing for diverse communities, addressing the systemic barriers that contribute to health disparities. She is a strong proponent of Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) and actively works to reduce stigma through education, compassionate engagement, and the promotion of evidence-based practices. Her emphasis on building recovery capital ensures residents have the tools, relationships, and personal growth opportunities needed for sustained recovery.

Ms. Hernandez serves on the Illinois Opioid Crisis Response Advisory Council and the Recovery Corps Illinois Advisory Council. Her work reflects a steadfast belief in recovery housing's transformative role in restoring lives and strengthening communities.

Vauna Hernandez, NCRS, CPRS, CRSS