Lloyd'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, 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)

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 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 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.