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Leadership
Co-founder & Executive Director
Arthur "Art" J. Thompson is a U.S. Air Force veteran and accomplished entrepreneur who successfully owned and operated several businesses over the course of more than 30 years. Through this work, he developed extensive expertise in financial management, organizational leadership, and strategic growth, as well as a proven record of managing people and budgets with integrity and vision.
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Art has also been in long-term recovery for almost 50 years, an experience that has shaped his leadership and deepened his commitment to helping others rebuild their lives. As a co-founder of Serenity House, Art brings this wealth of experience to the nonprofit sector, ensuring the organization’s financial health and long-term sustainability. His leadership reflects the same discipline, accountability, and commitment that guided his military service and business career—qualities that now help Serenity House grow its impact and serve more individuals and families in recovery.
Director, Communications and Development
Maureen Donnelly joined Serenity House as a founding board member in 2018 and served as Marketing & Communications Chair, helping establish the organization's brand, mission, website, and community presence. In August 2025, she joined the staff as Director of Communications and Development, where she leads strategic communications, marketing, fundraising, grant development, donor engagement, and community relations. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in communications, marketing, business development, and proposal management, Maureen works to strengthen Serenity House's visibility, expand philanthropic support, and build partnerships that advance the organization's mission of providing recovery housing and peer recovery services throughout Loudoun County.​
Passionate about the power of recovery, Maureen believes that every person deserves the opportunity to build a healthy, meaningful life. She combines strategic thinking with compelling storytelling to inspire community support, secure critical funding, and cultivate lasting relationships with donors, foundations, businesses, and community partners. Her work helps ensure Serenity House has the resources to expand its impact and bring hope to more individuals and families affected by substance use disorder.
Director of Services
Tiffany Hook began her journey with Serenity House in 2022 as a volunteer Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) for the women's recovery home while working toward her college degree. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in December 2022, became a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) in 2023, a Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (R-PRS) in 2024, and later obtained her Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification.
In October 2024, Tiffany was appointed Project Coordinator for Serenity House's Recovery Community Center (RCC), where she managed a team of Peer Recovery Specialists, oversaw daily operations, coordinated programming, and continued providing direct peer recovery support. In September 2025, she was promoted to Director of Services, where she now oversees all of Serenity House's service programs, including the
Recovery Community Center, peer recovery support services, recovery housing services, community outreach, and program development.
As a professional in long-term recovery, Tiffany combines her lived experience with clinical knowledge and leadership to build authentic connections with those she serves. She is passionate about mentoring Peer Recovery Specialists, expanding access to recovery support, and ensuring every individual who comes through Serenity House receives compassionate, person-centered care. Her leadership helps foster a culture of hope, accountability, and resilience for clients, residents, staff, and the broader recovery community.
Director of Housing
Jeffon "Jay" Wilson first became involved with Serenity House as a volunteer in December 2024 before joining the organization as Housing Manager in April 2025. He was later promoted to Director of Housing in recognition of his leadership, dedication, and commitment to the organization's mission. In his current role, Jay oversees all aspects of Serenity House's recovery housing program, including resident admissions and intakes, daily housing operations, supervision of house managers, and coordination with community partners and referral sources. He is dedicated to ensuring each recovery home provides a safe, structured, and supportive environment where residents can build a strong foundation for lasting recovery.
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Drawing on both professional experience and his own lived experience in recovery, Jay is passionate about helping individuals discover purpose,
stability, and hope. His leadership emphasizes accountability, compassion, and connection, recognizing that recovery is about more than maintaining sobriety—it's about rebuilding lives. He is committed to creating an environment where every resident feels supported, empowered, and encouraged as they work toward long-term recovery and greater independence.