Sarah Bailey

Facing 30 years in prison at 16 years old, Sarah (Bryant) Bailey was determined to spend her incarceration healing while advancing her education to give back to others. She participated in the LIFE program with Lipscomb University and took advantage of their creative writing and poetry workshops. After coming home in 2008, Sarah continued her education at Lipscomb University, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Sociology and Business. She went on to obtain a second degree in Social Work from Chattanooga State.

Sarah has spent the past 13 years building a life centered around service and advocacy. Sarah now dedicates her time to helping others get back on their feet as a Detox Alcohol and Drug Counselor at the Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services. Beyond her work as a counselor, Sarah serves on the board of Sarah’s Place, a halfway house dedicated to supporting individuals in transition and those battling substance abuse.

Her commitment to community service extends to mentoring local youth and raising awareness about peer pressure, social issues, trauma, restoration, crime, and substance abuse. Sarah’s life and career are testaments to her resilience and unwavering commitment to helping others find their paths to recovery and success.