Elects Officers

Vineyard House, a public charity that provides housing for Islanders in early recovery from substance abuse, held its annual general meeting and officer elections Jan. 23. Mark Jenkins will remain in place as president of the board of directors, and will serve alongside co-vice presidents Beth Toomey and John Early, treasurer Brian Mackey and clerk Pat Gregory. Tim Dobel, Janina Kean and Sheila Shapiro will continue as additional board directors for 2012.

Vineyard House owns three homes in Oak Bluffs, two for men and one for women. All residents must pay rent, attend support group meetings, submit to regular random drug and alcohol testing, and participate in the house meetings and activities.

Mr. Mackey announced at the meeting that the Vineyard House had enjoyed another year in the black, thanks to a strong end-of-year appeal, the success of the organization’s annual Water Tasting fundraiser, and continued financial support not just from major contributors but also donations from a grassroots constituency. Additional accomplishments include the establishment of a relationship between Vineyard House and Community Services’ New Paths Recovery Program. More information on the Vineyard House is available at vineyardhouse.org or by calling 508-693-8580.