About Us

Our Mission
At Community Resources Staten Island, our mission is to empower individuals of all ages and abilities by providing the opportunities and support they need to reach their full potential, live as independently as possible, and lead fulfilling lives as active, contributing members of the community.

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive range of person-centered services, including:

• Residential Services

• Day Habilitation

• Pre-Vocational Training & Work Readiness

• Supported Employment

• Community Habilitation & In-Home Residential Habilitation

• General and Special Education for Preschoolers

• Recreation & Respite Programs

Each service is designed to meet individuals where they are, promote independence, and support lifelong learning and inclusion.

Leadership Team

Mary Rafferty, Executive Director/CEO

Anna Opsha, Chief Financial Officer

Michael DeGrottole, Chief Operating Officer

Halyna Lys, Controller

Bonnie Inderjit-Goolcharan, Sr. Director of Community Services

Denise Gibson-Phipps, Sr. Director of Quality Assurance and Compliance

Board Of Directors

Louis Cavaliere – President

Christine Ponzio – Vice President

Guy Fruda – Treasurer

Steven Rubinsky – Secretary

Amy Bergen

Anthony Minardo

Dr. Christine Cea

Karen Hession

Judith Jones-Jackson

Samuel Rude

Ryan DeGrau

Joseph Conti (Retired June 2025)