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< Back Harriet Sadauskas President Emeritus As President, Ms. Sadauskas oversaw all aspects of the organization’s operation for more than 20 years. She joined Association House 40 years ago as a secretary for the senior outreach program, rising up through the ranks. Her “hands on” approach to enhance the quality of life for diverse communities has enabled her to lead and implement strategic programmatic and administrative developments for the organization. Today she provides support for strategic initiatives.

< Back Jaime Garcia Senior Director of Human Resources Jaime oversees Association House’s Human Resources Department. He manages everyday operations, provides training and consultation to staff regarding human resources policies and procedures and employment regulations; oversees benefits administration; ensures compliance with local, state and federal employment regulations; develops and modifies human resource policies and procedures. He joined the organization in 2003 as a part-time Human Resources Clerk and with much dedication, Jaime gained tremendous experience and knowledge, leading him to where he is today. He attended the University of Illinois at Chicago and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Management. Jaime also has an MBA from National-Louis University along with a certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from DePaul University. He is also an active member of the Greater Chicagoland Not-for-Profit Human Resources Directors Group and the Chicago Alliance for Collaborative Effort (CACE) Talent/HR Leaders. He is inspired by the mission of the organization and the services that the staff provide to individuals and families in the community.

< Back Lincoln Stannard Senior Director of Community Development Lincoln is a passionate community development practitioner and housing advocate. Over 7 years at LUCHA, he has overseen accomplishments including the completion of Tierra Linda and groundbreaking of Encuentro Square. As Director of Community Development, he has grown a project pipeline with the greatest number of units under development in LUCHA’s history. He brings a mission-centered approach, strong analytical skills and deep experience with a variety of project types and financing models. Lincoln began his career at the Chicago Community Loan Fund, where he managed construction lending for the City of Chicago’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program. He holds a Grow America Economic Development Finance Professional certification. Born and raised on Chicago’s West Side, Lincoln has called Logan Square home for 14 years. He has been active in local housing justice and tenant organizing projects, including time spent on the boards of the Here to Stay Land Trust and Somos Logan Square. An avid biker, his favorite destination in the city right now is the Montrose moonrise observation point on the lakefront.

Association House is a nonprofit organization located in Humboldt Park that provides wraparound services in English and Spanish. old logos Our Program Areas Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Behavioral Health Mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. High School Charter school for youth left behind by the traditional school system. Workforce Development Job training, coaching, and placement for under-employed and unemployed individuals. Child Welfare Bilingual foster care and intact family services. Community Health Outreach and wrap-around programs advancing health outcomes. Neighbor Helping Neighbor Everyone deserves service with dignity FIND HELP GIVE NOW News & Updates LUCHA Celebrates the Groundbreaking of La Herencia Apartments Community leaders joined LUCHA to celebrate the conversion of a historic space that honors its legacy of affordable housing. Nick Malone Nov 3, 2025 3 min read Association House Expands Workforce Pathways with Pre-Apprenticeship Model In the new year, we're optimizing our job training courses to land students in industry-recognized apprenticeships. Life Skills on the Job: How Our Program Helps People With Disabilities Earn Their First Paychecks Today, we celebrate the possibilities within individuals living with cognitive disabilities at Association House. Turn Your New Year's Resolution Into Real Change with Our Run Team! The Association House Run Team crushes their personal goals while fundraising for their neighbors. Are you a runner, fitness enthusiast, or someone ready to take on a new challenge — all while giving back to your community? Lace up those sneakers, because the Association House Run Team is recruiting for 2026! Whether you’re an experienced runner or a first-time race participant, this is your chance to run together, grow together, and make a meaningful impact across Chicago Join Our Email List!

Learn all about the boards of directors that help us grow in our community. Board of Directors Noam Avidov Learn More Becky Brueckel Learn More Jose Garcia Learn More Nancy Johnson Learn More Angela Mathew Learn More Bhavini Shah Learn More Helena C. Stangle Learn More Audra Wilson Learn More Subhadeep Bhattacharjee Learn More Ryan Dwyer Learn More Vachon Harper-Young Learn More Karyn Lewis Learn More Paul T. Metzger Learn More Kathleen Smith Learn More Jennifer Tedjeske Learn More Jeffrey Brubaker Learn More Tangela Feemster Enyia Learn More Tadd Ingles Learn More Brooke Lyon Learn More Morgan Pierce Learn More Jourdan Sorrell Learn More Cynthia A. Ullrich Learn More Executive Staff Auxiliary Board

Meet our High School staff that's creating long-lasting change in the lives of our students. Learn more about our High School team. High School Staff Mr. David Pieper (He/Him/His) Principal Read More Ms. Gabriela Arriaga (She/Her/Hers) Registrar Read More Ms. Amiracle Harris (She/Her/Hers) Substitute LB1 Teacher - Diverse Learner's Department Read More Ms. Martha Aguirre-Miranda (She/Her/Hers) FLP Aide Read More Mr. Santiago Duran (He/Him/His) School-Based Counselor Read More Ms. Terra Metz (She/Her/Hers) Math Teacher Read More Ms. Danielle Saguiped (She/Her/Hers) WIOA/YES Mentor Read More Ms. Michelle Greene (She/Her/Hers) FLP Supervisor Read More Mrs. Tiana Thomas (She/Her/Hers) Assistant Principal Read More Ms. Sabrina Benchaabane (She/Her/Hers) Substitute Teacher - Psychology & Science Read More Mr. Matthew Noack (He/Him/His) Social Studies Teacher Read More Mr. Ernesto Bautista (He/Him/His) After School Instructor Read More Ms. Kendra Hogan (She/Her/Hers) Post Secondary Mentor Read More Ms. Lucy Myerscough (She/Her/Hers) English Teacher Read More Ms. Janely Salgado (She/Her/Hers) RSP Mentor & Aventa Lab Coordinator Read More Ms. Myriah Pair (She/Her/Hers) LBS Read More Ms. Jemina Lyle (She/Her/Hers) School Culture & Climate Coordinator, YS3 Mentor, STLS Liaison, Student Advisor Read More Ms. Demia Fisher (She/Her/Hers) Culinary and Health Instructor Read More Mr. Maurice Render (He/Him/His) Dean of Students Read More Ms. Sonia Bernate (She/Her/Hers) FLP Aide Read More Ms. LaKim Lockett (She/Her/Hers) YMP Mentor & Aventa Lab Coordinator Read More Mrs. Maribel Ortega-Vazquez (She/Her/Ella) Compass Mentor, Academic Advisor & Department of Student Support Services Coordinator Read More Ms. July Bayasgalan (She/Her/Hers) Social Worker Read More Ms. Maria Roman (She/Her/Hers) Receptionist, Attendance Clerk Read More Related Content Curriculum Learn More Mentoring Learn More Family Literacy Program Learn More After School Programs Learn More

Our leadership team is a diverse group of talented and dedicated indivudals working to make lasting change in the community. Leadership Juan Carlos Linares, President & CEO Juan Carlos Linares is the President and CEO of Association House of Chicago, where he is inspired by the team’s dedication to serving the thousands of participants that rely on the House annually, and its 125-years of history in stabilizing the lives, households, and communities it serves. Born in the Humboldt Park community and raised in Bellwood, Juan Carlos is an attorney and has held leadership in nonprofit, government, and civic roles over his 22-year career, and is also a part-time educator. Julie Rodriguez, Executive Vice President Julie Rodriguez is the Executive Vice President, accountable to the President for the cycle of design, development, delivery, and improvement of programs. She executes a continuous quality improvement process through the program and service areas. Lillian Bui, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives Lillian Bui (she/her) serves as Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives at Association House of Chicago, where she leads fundraising, marketing, and special projects that strengthen the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability. A Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) with more than 15 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Lillian is known for her ability to grow teams, build efficient systems, and lead through times of transformation. Since joining Association House, she has expanded the development and marketing functions, securing more than $3.2 million in new government funding, and fostering a culture of strategy, trust, and collaboration. View More Board of Directors Nancy Johnson, Board Chair Nancy is the head of Talent at Adtalem Global Education and leads the enterprise-wide Talent Acquisition and Talent Development Teams. Her team’s responsible for recruitment and selection of top talent at all levels. Jose Garcia, Treasurer Jose received his Bachelor’s in Accounting from Saint Xavier University, and after graduating college, he took on a role as a CFO. Wanting more, a few years later, Jose accepted a role as President and CEO of Northwest Community Credit Union. Jose loves to get involved in the community in his free time. He serves as a member on many other boards in the Chicagoland area. Noam Avidov, Secretary Noam is the Director of Trading Strategy at IMC Trading. Her mission is to define the strategic leadership priorities for the expansion and successful performance of the company. Previously, Noam worked as a marketing strategy consultant at Bain & Company. Noam earned a BA in Economics and Management from Tel Aviv University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. View More Auxiliary Board Kendal Garrett, Auxiliary Chair Pandata Group Elizabeth Juarez, Secretary Fresenius Medical Care Madeline Lavachek, Committee Chair - Events Deloitte View More

Providing comprehensive, collaborative and effective programs in English and Spanish. Promoting health, advancing education and economic opportunity in Chicago. About Mission Values The House is a vibrant, inclusive home for people on a journey to live their fullest life. Integrity : Being ethical and demonstrating commitment to mission, values and philosophy Excellence : Using skills and abilities to consistently increase effectiveness Respect : Recognizing and affirming the unique value of each individual, group, and culture Leadership : Taking every opportunity to develop one’s capacity for decision-making, individual initiative, and quality of life choices Education : Enhancing the potential of individuals and communities Association House's mission is to advance each person's full participation in the life of their families, communities, and society. Learn More About Our Impact DEI Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Association House of Chicago has long been committed to the goals of promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. We take a firm, explicit, and public stance in support of BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized individuals and communities both within our own service areas and beyond. These commitments acknowledge the fact that nonprofit and social service institutions are not immune from the deep-rooted systemic oppression, racism, anti-Blackness, ableism, xenophobia, and homophobia present in all facets of our everyday lives. To eliminate the perpetuation of harmful stereotypes against marginalized individuals and communities, it is important that we continually assess ourselves and our practices and address our own implicit biases. As such, we will work within our institutional structures to implement anti-bias training consistently across all levels of the House. We will maintain dedicated efforts to the recruitment and retention of diverse employees and participants. We will convene and support the ongoing recommendations of The House Committee. And perhaps of greatest importance, we will maintain dedicated efforts to culture change at Association House. We are committed to these actions today, tomorrow, and ongoing. Your 2025 Annual Report is Here! Juan Carlos Linares Jan 1 2 min read Our Commitment To A Safe and Equitable Chicago Development Nov 4, 2025 1 min read Autism Awareness Month Spotlight: How Allison's Bond with Her Sister Inspires Her Work Nick Malone Apr 25, 2025 3 min read Annual Reports Audited Financials

Meet our Workforce Development team that's creating long-lasting change in the lives of members of our community. Learn more about our Workforce Development team. Workforce Development Staff Filiberto Rios (He/Him/His) Division Director Read More Luz Hernandez (She/Her/Hers) Senior Financial Careers Facilitator Read More Zola Zeigler (She/Her/Hers) Intake and Data Entry Specialist Read More Tenoch Ang (He/Him/His) Lead Culinary Training Facilitator Read More Dean Martin Career Navigator Read More Hind Mustafa Elbanna (She/Her/Hers) Technology Training Program Supervisor Read More Sherri Richardson (She/Her/Hers) Senior Financial Careers Facilitator Read More Related Content Referral Form Learn More BankWork$ Learn More Tech#Ready Learn More Kitchen Learn More

Meet our Community Health team that's creating long-lasting change in the lives of members of our community. Learn more about our Community Health team. Community Health Staff Filiberto Rios (He/Him/His) Division Director Read More Myra Rodriguez (She/Her/Hers) Community Health Supervisor Read More Related Content Mental Health First Aid Learn More Health Education Learn More Food Pantry Learn More HIV Testing Learn More

Vachon Harper-Young is Senior Manager of Industry Verticals and Co-Head of BMO for Women, Black, Latinx and Native-owned Businesses which is currently a $300 million, five- year commitment to advancing an inclusive economic recovery through access to capital, free training and resources and organization partnerships. < Back Vachon Harper-Young Vachon Harper-Young is Senior Manager of Industry Verticals and Co-Head of BMO for Women, Black, Latinx and Native-owned Businesses which is currently a $300 million, five- year commitment to advancing an inclusive economic recovery through access to capital, free training and resources and organization partnerships. Vachon was responsible for launching the program in November 2020, developing and delivering business acumen training and collaborating with non-profits and government agencies that compliment the programs goals. She has been in banking for nearly 30 years in a variety of sales and management roles. Vachon earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Communications from Illinois State University and a MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management. Why I Serve Cindy Ullrich who I worked with for a number of years at BMO introduced me to the Association House first through a invitation to the annual gala. I was so amazed with the depth of services offered and the many life changing success stories that when Cindy asked if I would serve on the gala committee I immediately said yes. I believe it has been nearly 10 years ago and without hesitation participated every year. I am honored to serve as a AHC board member.

Ryan is an Assurance Partner in the Health Industries practice at PwC. He has extensive experience providing assurance services to large multi-national companies in the medical device, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and therapeutics industries. < Back Ryan Dwyer Ryan is an Assurance Partner in the Health Industries practice at PwC. He has extensive experience providing assurance services to large multi-national companies in the medical device, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and therapeutics industries. Ryan earned his bachelor and masters degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Accounting and is a member of American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Illinois Certified Public Accountants Society. In his free time, Ryan enjoys watching and playing sports, traveling and spending time with his wife and three children. Why I Serve? Ryan is honored to serve an organization dedicated to helping others by providing a wide range of comprehensive programs designed to positively benefit the community for the long-term. He is inspired by dedicated and motivated staff of “the house” to deliver on their mission and improve the lives of those they serve in the community.