empowered recovery solutions
empowered recovery solutions
woman-ownedsimplify
rebuild
empower
With a trauma informed case management approach, empowered recovery solutions is a leader in providing Support and addressing mental health needs in disaster recovery.
Our Certifications
The Association of State Floodplain Managers
We are a proud ASFPM member, committed to excellence in disaster recovery case management and floodplain management
The Disaster Recovery Coalition of America
We are a proud member of DRCA, an organization dedicated to advancing the disaster recovery industry by advocating for government support, educating leaders, and guiding contractors in disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.
simplify
Our effective case management lies in a client-centered approach, ensuring survivors and clients receive personalized and timely assistance to simplify the process. This commitment translates into an impactful service, fostering desired results.
rebuild
With our comprehensive and holistic approach to disaster recovery, the ERS team goes beyond immediate assistance to address the multifaceted needs of the survivors we serve. This holistic strategy not only facilitates the physical rebuilding of communities but also nurtures the emotional well-being, strengthens social connections, and promotes long-term resilience, ensuring a more enduring and impactful recovery for our survivors and clients.
empower
ERS pioneers an innovative empathy training for case managers, integrating cutting-edge research and interactive modules that foster a deep understanding of survivors' emotional needs. This empathetic approach translates into more effective case management, enabling our staff to provide tailored support, build trust, and facilitate recovery and resilience for individuals impacted by natural disasters.
at empowered recovery solutions, we strive to compassionately guide and Empower families devastated by natural DISASTERS by providing comprehensive and indivIdUalized case management support.
our commitment:
not just a number.
Our team embodies compassion, compliance, resilience, and results in every aspect of our disaster survivor case management. We understand that during times of crisis, individuals and communities are vulnerable and in need of empathetic support. Our case managers approach each situation with genuine care, providing a comforting and reassuring presence to those affected by disasters.
MEET THE owner:
Lynn Guthrie
Dedicated and accomplished with over 30 years of experience as the owner of a Women Business Enterprise (WBE). Demonstrated expertise in leadership, strategic planning, and business development within diverse industries across multiple States. Proven track record of fostering growth and building strong client relationships.
Lynn is a visionary leader in construction with a passion for empowering women in entrepreneurship & rebuilding communities while serving disasters survivors with equality for all.
michael was overseeing multiple federal fundING STREAMS when hurricane matthew made landfall in north carolina:
“I’ll never forget the damage to our home, neighbors, and communities. After not seeing much recovery progress in the year that followed, I knew I had to get involved. I took a position as the State Emergency Management Deputy Chief of Resilience and Recovery.”
MEET THE president and co-founder:
soon after hurricane matthew, hurricane florance made landfall, compounding the needs and recovery of the state and survivors.
As the State Emergency Management Deputy Chief of Resilience and Recovery, Michael worked with over 3,000 applicants. He then went on to directly support Disaster Recovery efforts in New York (Super Storm Sandy) and California (Wildfires) while indirectly supporting numerous others across the county.
Reflecting on his experiences and motivation for kickstarting Empowered Recovery Solutions, Michael shared, “What is evident and not often internalized, is that State success in recovery, mitigation, response and resilience is interdependent with individual survivor wellbeing.”
grounded in a trauma-informed lens Our team is trained to acknowledge the impact of trauma on the case management process & are committed to navigating these challenges with empathy.
our immersive training designed to fit the needs of our survivors.
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"The only thing better than getting the first disaster survivor re-housed, is getting the final survivor housed. ERS provides an unwavering commitment to individual survivor compassion, program compliance, resilience, and exceeding standard results."
— Michael Gagner / President & Co-Founder ERS
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"Our service is unlike any other, offering not only efficient and timely case management tasks, but a heavy focus on emotional connection and understanding that will benefit our case managers, survivors, communities and clients. Our trainings are developed with substantial research to drive and execute leading results."
— Kelli Karver / Co-Founder ERS
Licensed Counselor and Art Therapist
