Submitted information and photo:
Four individuals have transformed their lives through the Cobb County Drug Treatment Court, graduating with renewed focus, hope, and determination. Judges, court staff, attorneys, elected officials, family, and friends gathered in the Jury Assembly Room at Cobb Superior Court to celebrate their accomplishments.
The program offers an 18-to-24-month voluntary alternative to incarceration for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Participants receive close judicial supervision, individualized treatment, and recovery support to help them rebuild their lives and become productive members of the community.
The graduates achieved success in education, family, and sobriety. One participant also reunited with her children, showing the program’s profound impact. Their journeys are a reminder that supporting recovery strengthens families and communities alike.
Reflecting on her journey, one graduate shared: “Drug Treatment Court helped me find my way back home. I didn’t have the resources or accountability I needed to recover, and previous attempts hadn’t worked. This program gave me the tools to stay sober and held me accountable for my actions. In the past two years, I’ve learned more about myself than ever before. Thanks to drug court, I was able to get my children back. I came here broken; I leave whole, ready to continue learning, growing, and thriving in life.”
Superior Court Judge Jason D. Marbutt, who presides over the Drug Treatment Court, said: “Drug Treatment Court shows that change is possible for those who commit to it. Our participants work hard to rebuild their lives, and we are here to support them every step of the way.”
Program Coordinator Porsha Winfrey added: “Being part of this program is a privilege because it shows firsthand that change is possible. Watching participants overcome challenges, rebuild their lives, and set new goals reminds me why this work matters. These four graduates are proof that with support, dedication, and perseverance, people can create a brighter future for themselves and their families.”
For more information about Cobb County Drug Treatment Court, including ways to get involved or support the program, contact Porsha Winfrey, Program Coordinator, at 770-528-1933 or Porsha.Winfrey@cobbcounty.gov.
Get Our Free E-Mail Newsletter!
Every Sunday we round up the week’s top headlines and preview the upcoming week in the East Cobb News Digest. Click here to sign up, and you’re good to go!
