Meet the team behind the
Elmcor Experience

Our team at Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities, Inc. consists of passionate professionals dedicated to serving the diverse needs of Queens, New York residents. We offer a multitude of programs, all designed to promote personal growth and community empowerment. With an activism-fueled legacy of nearly 60 years, Elmcor remains a cornerstone in fostering self-sufficiency and accountability among individuals and families.

Executive Staff

Saeeda Lesley Dunston

Chief Executive Officer

Executive Staff

Lianna Lee, LCSW-R

Chief Program Officer

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Paul Faulk

Vice President of Behavioral Services

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Garfield Bruff

Vice President of Operations and Housing Development

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Leyla Bermudez

Vice President of Youth Services

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Leadership Team

Elmcor’s dedicated team of skilled and talented professionals is the heart and soul of our organization. Each team member fully embodies the passion and commitment essential for providing the quality of care and service our program participants require and deserve.

Yariela Harwood

Program Operations Manager

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Ivoree Francis

Development Manager

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Leah Mondezie

Executive Assistant/Development Coordinator

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Troy Pennerman

Maintenance Supervisor

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Linda Booth

Clinical Director of Residential Services

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Noreen Etienne

Director of Outpatient Services

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Brenda Moore

Residential Director

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Priscilla Graham-Farmer

Assistant Director of Residential

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Malik Hutchinson

Supportive Housing Director

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Nicole Lovell

Shelter Program Director

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Luz Sanchez

Shelter Program Director

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Michelle-Ebije

Michelle Ebije

Director of Social Services

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Lipa Akhter

Lipa Akhter

Director of Social Services

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Claudia Raphael

Shelter Director

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Shanen Williams

Shelter Director

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Joewyn Diaz

Assistant Director of Youth Recovery Services

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Nicholas Steele

Assistant Director of Prevention Services

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Shawnika Williams

Education Director

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Eric Moore

Program Coordinator

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Darnell Childs

Recreation Manager

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Nelson J. Ravel Jr.

Prevention Coordinator

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Patricia-Lopez

Patricia Lopez

Program Manager CAPP PREP

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Danielle Burton

Activities Coordinator

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Diane Miller

Aging in Place Coordinator

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