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Who We Are

Since 1936, we’ve stood beside individuals and families, providing unwavering support, hope, and healing. What began with substance use treatment has evolved into a comprehensive network of services, ensuring that as needs change, so does our commitment to empowering people on their path to healing and stability. Today, Delphi Rise is a trusted resource where individuals can access multiple services in one welcoming space, making it easier to focus on well-being and long-term success. With a person-centered approach, we provide a broad range of services— including substance use prevention and treatment, housing stability support, care management, pantry services, and community reentry programs—because no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone. At Delphi Rise, you’ll find more than just services—you’ll find a compassionate team dedicated to walking beside you every step of the way.

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Our Mission

Delphi Rise has an open door and an open heart. We build relationships to support the complete well-being of individuals, families, and communities facing health and social issues. We put the person at the center of everything we do to encourage growth and foster healing. There is hope for a better tomorrow. Together we Rise.

Our Vision

A world where every individual has the opportunity to thrive, free from barriers to health, stability, and belonging. Delphi Rise envisions a future where compassionate connections, innovative solutions, and unwavering support empower people to learn, heal, grow, and create lasting change in their lives and communities.

Our Core Values

At Delphi Rise, our values are more than just words on a website—they guide everything we do. They shape how we treat our clients, how we support each other, and how we show up for our community every day. We don’t just talk about dignity, compassion, and belonging—we live them.

  • Preservation of Dignity

    We honor and uplift the worth of everyone we serve.

  • Belief in Potential

    We inspire hope and create opportunities for brighter futures.

  • Caring

    We lead with compassion in every interaction, ensuring people feel seen and supported.

  • Respect

    We embrace the unique value of each individual and their journey, meeting them where they are.

  • Belonging

    We foster connection and create spaces where everyone feels valued, included, and supported.

At Delphi Rise, these values aren’t just ideals—they are the foundation of how we work, how we serve, and how we walk alongside those seeking stability, healing, and hope.

Delphi Rise Leadership

At Delphi Rise, our leadership team and board of directors are dedicated to rising together—driving our mission forward with compassion, innovation, and a deep commitment to one another and those we serve. Through expertise and passion, they help build pathways to healing, stability, and self-sufficiency, ensuring that individuals and families in our community have the support they need to thrive.

Senior Leadership Team

Our senior leadership team brings a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to Delphi Rise’s mission. Each member plays a vital role in shaping our programs, ensuring sustainable growth, and fostering meaningful connections within our community.

Jennifer Cathy

President and CEO

Mary Elizabeth LaDuca

Chief Operating Officer

Miriah DeJesus

Executive Assistant to the President and CEO

Kathryn DiSalvo

Prevention Director

Toni Heim

Finance Director

Samantha Kennedy

Fund Development Manager

Darnell Rhodes

Director of Reentry and Housing Services

Kate Welch

Outpatient Assistant Director

Board of Directors

Our board of directors provides invaluable guidance and oversight, ensuring that Delphi Rise remains focused on its mission while maintaining transparency, integrity, and long-term sustainability.

Zahira M. Jimenez Board Chair

HR Director, East House

Tomicka Madison EMBA, NYCPS-P

Vice Chair

Relief Counselor, Affinity Place Crisis Respit, East House

Jennifer Sahrle, M.ED,SHRM-SCP, PMP, LSSGB

Immediate Past Chair

Executive Director, St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center

Terry M. Kelley

Vice President- Business Banking Officer, Canandaigua National Bank & Trust Company

Milagros Concepcion

Treasurer

Associate Vice President, Controller and Assistant Treasurer, Rochester Institute of Technology

Heather Shelley, BA, MA

Senior Director of Operations, Department of Surgery (DoS) at URMC

Karl Kolkmann, Esq

Associate Attorney, Lacy Katzen LLP

Tiffany Owens

Executive Vice President of Programming, Urban League of Rochester

John Schinski, CPA

Junior Controller, Natural Upcycling LLC

Laura Sugarwala, MBA, RDN

Secretary

Director of Community Health Partnerships, Center for Community Health & Prevention (CCHP) – U of R Medical Center

Shaquasia Constantine

Lead Programmer at Avangrid and Founder of empowerONEtech

Advisory Board

Kate Kenny

Managing Partner, RDG +Partners Employee Retention Solutions

Delphi Rise is a 501(c)(3) non-profit – EIN: 16-1007079

Your donations help us to continue our mission – To support the complete well-being of individuals, families, and communities facing health and social issues.