Talbott Legacy Centers

08/28/2026

Talbott Legacy Centers is a proud member of the Blount County Chamber of Commerce and strong supporter of the Blount Partnership. We look forward to showing our support at the 2026 Long Table Community Dinner this year.

The wait is almost over - Long Table Community Dinner tickets go on sale this Saturday, August 15th at 8 a.m. Use this link: https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=29741

Join us on October 15, 2026 for an unforgettable evening of culinary and community celebration in an extraordinary venue, the Blount County Library Bridge, set against the spectacular backdrop of the setting autumn sun.

The evening features five mouth watering courses and after-party fare carefully crafted by Chefs Jeff Carter of Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro, Trevor Stockton of The Restaurant at RT Lodge, Jason Scott of The Walnut Kitchen, Josh Feathers of Blackberry Farm, Corey Giaquinta of Raven Steakhouse and Lounge and Joseph Blauvelt and the students of Pellissippi State Community College Culinary Program. Also included in the evening are pre-and post- dinner drinks and entertainment, wine pairings, craft cocktails and a silent auction to benefit the Blount County Young Professionals and other local charities.

Tickets are limited and typically sell out fast. One way to secure tickets before the rush - become an event sponsor! Select sponsorships are still available through Friday, August 14th. Contact Jessica Hahn at [email protected] for more information.

Thank you to our current sponsors for helping us make this Blount County's premier culinary event: Southern Cross Real Estate, David's Abbey Carpet & Floors, Southwest Airlines, Home Development Inc., Garza Law Firm - Trial Attorneys, Ferry Construction Services, Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance East Tennessee, Brooke Nix Medical Aesthetics, Talbott Legacy Centers , Pellissippi State Community College, Regions Bank, Alcoa Chiropractic & Wellness Center, All Occasions Party Rentals, The Trust Company of Tennessee, Lindsey Plyler - State Farm Insurance Agent, Clayton Center for the Arts, Dandy Lions Gifts, Townsend Mercantile Co.. and Ardour Enterprises, LLC.

07/13/2026

Meet TLC Maryville’s Clinical Director

Laura Ann Howard, LADAC, CADC-II, QCS serves as the Clinical Director of TLC Maryville. Howard came to Talbott Legacy Centers (TLC) as a Senior Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Qualified Clinical Supervisor on June 27th, 2022. Howard was promoted to Clinical Director of TLC Maryville on January 21st, 2025.

Each non-residential opioid treatment program (OTP) is led by a triad of seasoned professionals who ensure the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and evidence-based care. The Program Director oversees all administrative and operational functions; the Medical Director—a licensed physician, board-certified or eligible in Addiction Medicine or Psychiatry—leads all biomedical services; and the Clinical Director, an independently licensed behavioral health professional, ensures the provision of psychosocial and therapeutic services grounded in best practices. Together, they form the Program Leadership team at each facility.

Howard has been in the substance use disorder treatment field for over 35 years. She began working as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor in 1991, and she was one of the first Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (LADAC's) in the State of Tennessee. Her licensure was issued on January 1st, 1997, the first day LADAC's were issued in Tennessee's history. Additionally, Howard is a Qualified Clinical Supervisor (QCS) with the Tennessee Board of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors, which authorizes her to provide and document the clinical supervision that is required for unlicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor trainees seeking licensure. Howard also holds the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Level II (CADC-II) credential from the Tennessee Certification Board.

“There is no one more qualified to lead our behavioral health team,” said TLC President Zachary Talbott. “Laura has worked in a variety of inpatient and outpatient levels of care, including office based opioid treatment (OBOT) programs, opioid treatment programs (OTPs), intensive outpatient programs, child & adolescent programs, criminal justice treatment programs, and residential rehabilitation programs. Our company is very privileged to have Laura as our Clinical Director. I couldn’t ask for a more loyal or dedicated clinical right hand.”

Howard received the Lea Acuff Lifetime Achievement Award from the East Tennessee Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors (ETAADAC) in 2022.

“With over 35 years in the field of substance use disorder treatment, I’ve seen firsthand the difference it makes when an organization is committed to both evidence-based practices and uncompromising ethical standards,” said TLC Maryville Clinical Director Laura Howard. “Leading a team that prioritizes science, integrity, and compassion is both refreshing and deeply meaningful. I’m honored to contribute to this mission-driven work.”

07/10/2026

Meet our Vice President of Operations & Finance

A Maryville native, Alan Joseph Fuller (Chip) came to the field of opioid use disorder treatment in 2015 to help establish a comprehensive opioid treatment program (OTP) in Chatsworth, Georgia after more than 23 years as an educator and administrator in the Maryville City and Blount County, Tennessee school systems. Chip has a Bachelors and Masters degree from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, and he holds an Education Specialist (EdS) in Administration and Supervision from Lincoln Memorial University.

Chip was first bonded with the Blount County Sheriff’s Office more than 20 years ago, and he has served as a reserve deputy and/or chaplain with the Blount County Sheriff’s Office during that time.

Although initially focused on security and administration issues with the Chatsworth, GA opioid treatment program, Chip quickly became passionate about seeing individuals find recovery from opioid use disorder. He subsequently sought education and clinical supervision and became credentialed as an alcohol & drug (A&D) counselor. He is now also a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC) under the Tennessee Board of Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors.

Chip served on the Executive Committee of the Opioid Treatment Providers of Georgia (OTPG)’s Board of Directors during his time in Georgia, and Chip is a National Recovery Month Planning Partner.

07/09/2026

Meet our President

Zachary Charles Talbott (Zac) serves as President of Talbott Legacy Centers (TLC). A native of Maryville, Tennessee, he graduated from Maryville High School and the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. He holds credentials as a Tennessee Licensed Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC), Qualified Clinical Supervisor (QCS), and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). Recognized nationally for his expertise in comprehensive opioid use disorder treatment, Zac brings both clinical depth and strategic vision to TLC.

Since 2015, Zac has founded, opened, and directed outpatient opioid treatment programs in Georgia and North Carolina. His advocacy for medication assisted treatment (MAT) earned him the Richard Lane & Robert Holden MAT Advocacy Award from the American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence in 2019, followed by the Lisa Mojer-Torres Award from Faces & Voices of Recovery in 2021.

A highly sought-after professional, teacher, speaker, and mentor, Zac has delivered keynotes and workshops at numerous national, regional, and statewide conferences. He was the keynote speaker for President Donald J. Trump’s first National Recovery Month Kickoff at the National Press Club in Washington, DC (September 2017), has testified before Congressional committees, drafted bipartisan federal legislation to modernize evidence-based opioid treatment, served on the expert panel for the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)’s 2024 Opioid Treatment Program Guidelines, co-led the 2017 revision of Georgia’s opioid treatment program regulations, has held board positions with various statewide and national nonprofit organizations, and currently serves on the National Methadone Access and Quality Commission (NMAQC) for the Yale Program in Addiction Medicine (YPAM).

Zac’s work is firmly grounded in the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics, championing the values of service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, and competence.

As a devoted member of his church, he draws on Christian traditions of justice, mercy, and humility, living out the call of Micah 6:8 (NRSV): “…and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”

Under Zac’s leadership, Talbott Legacy Centers upholds five foundational values: Evidence, Integrity, Ethics, Diversity, and the Dignity of every person, regardless of physical, mental, substance use, or other disorders. These principles guide every decision at TLC, ensuring that each individual is treated with respect and offered hope.

07/03/2026

This week we will be opening our doors to help our neighbors escape the extreme heat. The Emergency Cooling Station will be open from 12:00pm to 6:00pm through Thursday.

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05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a time to pause, reflect, and honor the courageous individuals who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice reminds us of the true cost of the freedoms we hold today.

We are deeply grateful to those who served and to the families who carry their legacy forward.

Today, we remember. 🇺🇸

03/14/2026

🚨 Community Safety Alert for East Tennessee 🚨
A newly identified synthetic opioid—more powerful than fentanyl—has been linked to at least 16 overdose deaths across East Tennessee. The drug, known as cychlorphine, is spreading quickly, often mixed with other substances, and may require multiple doses of Narcan in an overdose situation. Awareness and early action can save lives.

💙 If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available.
📞 Contact TLC at (865) 724‑0852
🌐 Visit www.TalbottLegacy.org to learn more about support, treatment, and recovery resources.

02/02/2026

TLC Maryville will be delayed by 2 hours in opening on Monday, February 2nd, until 8:00am to allow for daylight before staff and patients need to travel. Please be safe!

01/27/2026

TLC Maryville will be delayed by 2 hours in opening today, Tuesday Jan. 27th, until 8:00am to allow for daylight before staff and patients need to travel. Please be safe!

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. At Talbott Legacy Centers, we are deeply grateful for the veterans who have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.

Your service inspires us every day to continue our mission of healing and hope. We recognize the strength it takes to serve—and the strength it takes to heal. TLC is proud to stand beside our veterans, offering support, compassion, and care as they navigate their recovery journeys.

To all who have worn the uniform: thank you. Your legacy lives on in the lives you’ve touched and the freedoms we cherish.