Candidate Bios
Bennita Berestoff
I'm Bennita Berestoff, a proud Indigenous member of the Kodiak community and a longtime member and volunteer with Kodiak Reentry, Inc. I've been respecting my community by teaching, mentoring, and volunteering across many areas of Kodiak life, from education programs to community gatherings and outreach.
My work in education has taught me how to listen, guide, and empower people as they rebuild, and my deep roots in Kodiak remind me every day that reentry is about culture, respect, and belonging. If elected to the Kodiak Reentry, Inc. Board, I'll bring that history of service, a steadfast commitment to our traditions and our neighbors, and a focus on practical solutions that honor where we've come from and where we're headed.
I'm ready to serve, collaborate, and help carry forward the mission of Kodiak Reentry, Inc.
I'm Bennita Berestoff, a proud Indigenous member of the Kodiak community and a longtime member and volunteer with Kodiak Reentry, Inc. I've been respecting my community by teaching, mentoring, and volunteering across many areas of Kodiak life, from education programs to community gatherings and outreach.
My work in education has taught me how to listen, guide, and empower people as they rebuild, and my deep roots in Kodiak remind me every day that reentry is about culture, respect, and belonging. If elected to the Kodiak Reentry, Inc. Board, I'll bring that history of service, a steadfast commitment to our traditions and our neighbors, and a focus on practical solutions that honor where we've come from and where we're headed.
I'm ready to serve, collaborate, and help carry forward the mission of Kodiak Reentry, Inc.
Rhea Hayes
My name is Rhea Hayes, a Kodiak resident with 25 years of lived experience with active addiction and 7 years in recovery remission. I've dedicated my time to supporting individuals navigating housing, employment, and treatment resources, and I understand firsthand how crucial community support and accountability are during reentry.
I believe reentry is about dignity and second chances — helping people rebuild their lives with practical support and a strong community behind them. If elected to the Kodiak Reentry, Inc. Board, I'll bring this lived experience, a commitment to transparency, and a focus on solutions that work in our community.
I am more than proud to call Kodiak home. I am grateful. I'm ready to listen, collaborate, and help strengthen the work Kodiak Reentry, Inc. is doing.
My name is Rhea Hayes, a Kodiak resident with 25 years of lived experience with active addiction and 7 years in recovery remission. I've dedicated my time to supporting individuals navigating housing, employment, and treatment resources, and I understand firsthand how crucial community support and accountability are during reentry.
I believe reentry is about dignity and second chances — helping people rebuild their lives with practical support and a strong community behind them. If elected to the Kodiak Reentry, Inc. Board, I'll bring this lived experience, a commitment to transparency, and a focus on solutions that work in our community.
I am more than proud to call Kodiak home. I am grateful. I'm ready to listen, collaborate, and help strengthen the work Kodiak Reentry, Inc. is doing.
Hope Livingston
My name is Hope Livingston. I have lived in Kodiak for 30+ years and I am Sugpiaq from Old harbor. I am in long term sobriety and my passion is helping others find recovery from both trauma and substance abuse. I am currently a substance use disorder counselor for Kodiak Area Native Association. I enjoy being on board and having information about what Kodiak Reentry is able to do so I can pass resources on to clients. I enjoy being a part of the decision-making process and having my voice heard.
My name is Hope Livingston. I have lived in Kodiak for 30+ years and I am Sugpiaq from Old harbor. I am in long term sobriety and my passion is helping others find recovery from both trauma and substance abuse. I am currently a substance use disorder counselor for Kodiak Area Native Association. I enjoy being on board and having information about what Kodiak Reentry is able to do so I can pass resources on to clients. I enjoy being a part of the decision-making process and having my voice heard.
