Leslie Carey
1st Saturday: Lyme Support Group Facilitator

Leslie holds a Master’s in Social Work from UAlbany and has worked in the human services field for more than thirty years. Having had tick borne illnesses, she learned first hand that symptoms and treatment were both physically and emotionally challenging. Leslie wants to give back to the community and support clients in their healing journeys. 

Nellie Wilson, MA
3rd Wednesday: Chronic Illness Support and Wellness Group Facilitator

Nellie has over 15 years of experience with group facilitation, working with clients in her Cuddlist practice, facilitating Cuddle Party (TM) events, and other workshops on consent and communication. She draws on her master’s degree in Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching from the California Institute of Integral Studies, and personal experience of living with a chronic illness for over 20 years, to support people living with disabilities and chronic illness.

Maria Malaguti, Executive Director
Support Group Facilitator

With a certificate in non-profit management and BA from Marlboro College Vt, Maria founded the Lyme Disease Resource Center as a way to educate and support those who are affected by Lyme Disease and other tick-borne illness. Maria is passionate about supporting clients of the center to find ways to cope with and thrive in the face of illness.