Lloyd's Light Foundation

A Lasting Legacy

The Lloyd’s Light Foundation honors Andrew’s memory and the countless others lost to

substance use disorder by continuing to shine a light on the critical issues facing the community.

Sharon White’s journey from personal struggle to community leadership exemplifies the

transformative power of lived experience, and her work through the foundation remains a

testament to the enduring strength of hope, advocacy, and love.

Lloyd and his mother, Sharon, stood side by side in advocacy and love. Even through unimaginable loss, Sharon continues the work they believed in together — breaking stigma, supporting recovery, and bringing light to others still fighting.

At Lloyd’s Light, we believe that healing begins the moment someone feels seen, supported, and understood. We meet individuals exactly where they are in their journey—without judgment, without expectation, and with compassion at the center of everything we do.

We support healing through both traditional and non-traditional approaches, including harm reduction—meeting individuals with practical, life-saving strategies that reduce risk while supporting their path toward recovery.

We recognize that recovery looks different for each person, and we support a range of pathways—including abstinence-based and harm reduction approaches—honoring the full human experience and empowering transformation through mind, body, and spirit.”

Reducing harm keeps people alive and connected—creating the conditions where recovery becomes possible.

Founding Board

Sharon White

Founder

Founder, MS, ODLLloyd's Light Foundation

Sharon commitment to the cause began long before the establishment of The Lloyd’s Light Foundation. As a mother navigating the complex landscape of substance use disorder support systems alongside her son, Andrew, Sharon became intimately familiar with the systemic gaps and barriers that hinder individuals and families seeking help. Her advocacy was born out of necessity, resilience, and a desire to create real change for those facing similar struggles.

Barry Lessin, M.Ed., CAADC

Founding Board Member

Harm Reduction Psychologist

Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Barry Lessin, M.Ed., CAADC, is a harm reduction psychologist in private practice specializing in work with individuals and families impacted by substance use. Over a nearly 50-year career he has worked as a clinician across the continuum of addiction treatment, as well as an educator, researcher and drug policy advocate. Motivated by a commitment to supporting families, he later focused on harm reduction and policy reform, collaborating with nonprofit organizations to expand access to harm reduction education and family-centered care. He was part of a grassroots coalition that helped advance Pennsylvania’s 911 Good Samaritan and naloxone access laws. Barry is co-author of Harm Reduction Approaches with Adolescents Who Use Substances (Routledge, 2025)

Kayla Cocci (She/Her/Hers)

Founding Board Member

U.D.T.J - Understanding Devotion, Take Action, Justice

Director of Resources and Services

Kayla Cocci is a community organizer and nonprofit leader based in Delaware County. She serves as the Co-Founder and Director of Resources and Services at the U.D.T.J. Community Center, where she helps coordinate community outreach, peer support programs, and partnerships that connect residents with resources, support, and welcoming spaces.

Kayla began organizing as a teenager and has remained deeply committed to advocacy and community service ever since. She is certified in nonprofit management and creation through the University of Pennsylvania’s Nonprofit Institute. Her passion for recovery advocacy is also personal, shaped by her father Stephen’s journey with substance use disorder, and she hopes to help ensure that individuals and families have access to the support and resources she wishes had been available growing up. Kayla lives in Delaware County with her fiancé and their dog and cat.

Kim Elia

Founding Board Member

Co – Founder Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Kim Elia is a Delaware County native and Swarthmore resident who has turned personal tragedy into a powerful mission of advocacy. A career Medical Assistant, Kim has spent the last 16 years raising her granddaughter from the age of four months—a journey born as a direct result of the opioid crisis. Having navigated the fallout of the opioid epidemic firsthand, Kim is a dedicated supporter of others in similar roles. She works tirelessly to ensure that the voices of grandparents are heard, offering a perspective on addiction and recovery that is rooted in both compassion and reality. As an indefatigable champion for grandparents raising grandchildren, Kim has been instrumental in securing the support of community organizations like The Shevlin Foundation to highlight the unique challenges of "grandfamilies,"and offer much-needed financial and emotional support. Through her work, she provides a vital lens on addiction, recovery, and the enduring strength of the family bond.

Vicken Aghazarian, MS, ED

Founding Board Member

Vicken Aghazarian has a background in education, which he has worked in for almost 20 years. His background is in math and the sciences. When not studying equations or catching up with the latest science news, he can be found helping out with local clubs and organizations. Vicken met Sharon at Delaware County Community College. He learned about the opioid epidemic from her and has gone on to help her organize and run her missions.

Maya Feng, MS

Founding Board Member

UX Researcher

Maya Feng is experienced in program management and has supported recovery and community initiatives through program development and outreach. She is currently a UX researcher in the tech industry, working to make technology more accessible and supportive for underserved communities. She cares deeply about strengthening support systems that help individuals and families move toward recovery and stability.