About Us

Who We Are

L-aPs, Inc. (Learning, Living, & Loving after/along with programs) is a beacon of hope and transformation, established in May 2021 from a profound desire to serve and support individuals navigating their journey through self-directed recovery from addiction, behavioral health, & life’s challenges.

Born from love, our purpose of support is to fill the gaps left by traditional services, providing a nurturing bridge for those "in-between."

We are not your conventional organization; we are innovators and dreamers, dedicated to creating programs that not only offer a sense of belonging but also empower individuals to take charge of their recovery.

L-aPs, Inc. is committed to fostering resilience, encouraging growth, and advocating for every individual's right to live a fulfilling life. As we build from the ground up, our passion fuels our journey to redefine what it means to learn, live, and love after or along with recovery programs.

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Meet Our Team

Founder/ President

Amy Young-BS

Grant Writer/Curriculum Builder

Certified Peer Support Specialist (PSS) in Family Support, Adult Addiction, Adult Mental Health, and Employment Support. I trained with Robyn Priest, MHOAA, Portland, OR, & Project Able in Salem, OR.

Traditional Health Worker (THW) with Oregon Health Authority (OHA)

Qualified Mental Health Associate 1
(QMHA 1), certified through
The Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO)

My work history includes the following organizations: Lifeways, Inc., Eastern Oregon Recovery Center (EORC), and Maple Star Oregon.

For nine years, I have been a member of the Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc. (GOBHI) Peer Caucus. I love working with great organizations and peers to bring awareness to and care about peer support services.

The members of the GOBHI Caucus have been great inspirations and supporters. It means a lot to me as I progress in my recovery health.

I have lived experience in addiction, behavioral health, the justice system, cancer survivorship, family dysfunction, and child services.

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Co-Founder/ Vice-President

Joshua Young and Velvet Mae

Director of Donations/ Community Liason

I was trained in peer support for addictions and mental health through Project Able in Salem, OR. and Forensic Peer Support through Robyn Priest, Live Your Truth in Canada.

I have recently become a member of the Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc. (GOBHI) Peer Caucus. I have enjoyed working with and learning about many other great organizations and peers that are bringing awareness and care about peer support services to Oregon communities.

I am a non-traditionally certified peer support specialist who has lived experience with houselessness, addiction, outreach, and the justice system.
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Secretary/ Treasurer

Tanya Hunt

Administration/Front Office (Virtual)

Certified Peer Support Specialist (PSS)-- Family Support and Mental Health trained by Project Able in Salem, OR

Certified Traditional Health Worker (THW) with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). Certified Peer Support Specialist in Mental Health and Family Support.

I have been a member of the Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc. (GOBHI) Peer Caucus for a little over a year. I enjoy being a part of learning and working with many other great organizations and peers to raise awareness and care about peer support services in Oregon.

I am a board member of two to three organizations that work to create support for those we serve.

I have lived experience with seniors' disabilities, behavioral health, and community peer center involvement in Umatilla County.
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What I envision our organization to be like is an entity that offers what you as the person seeks and need. No matter what it entails. This gives me a sense of "Belonging", If I am full then I am able to give to others from my own lived experience wealth.

Amy Jo Young-BS, Irrigon, OR

Every person has the right to feel cared for and that they matter. Every person should be able to access support and services that can be tailored to their needs. I know what it feels like to be alone and not know which direction is up or down.

-Anonymous

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