Our Team
HISTORY: Who we are
Rooted in a ten-year vision to free individuals from spiritual bondage, our commitment to serving the local community has led to the creation of The Desens House.
This home represents the realization of a long-held dream: to break the generational cycle of addiction and offer lasting hope and transformation.
From Left to Right: Image 1 – Diana Desens & Executive Director Dean Wright. Image 2 – Diana Desens & Founder Jonathan Evans. Image 3 – Amy Champlin, Alicia Vann, Dean Wright & Sammara Stowell. Image 4 – The Desens House ready to open in summer of 2023.
OUR NAME
The Desens House bears the name of a family deeply instrumental in establishing Elim Grace Church.
Recognizing their lasting impact on the church’s foundation, The Desens House serves as a testament to their legacy, embodying the next phase of Elim Grace Church’s dedication to hope and healing in the community.
OUR TEAM
Christine “Dean” Wright, Executive Director
Dean is passionate about networking with others to create a vibrant community of recovery and hope. She is dedicated to seeing her team thrive, grow and multiply into strong leaders within the Desens House tribe and the local community.
Alicia Vann, Associate Director
Alicia oversees The Desens House Residential Program, she is passionate about helping women find hope and freedom in Jesus. When she’s not working with residents, she oversees the desens house recovery community weekly meals, events and outreach.
Amy Champlin, Recovery Advocate
Amy is the boots on the ground advocate for women in recovery. She serves as a role model, mentor, advocate and motivator to recovering individuals in order to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery.
OUR BOARD
Over the past several years, The Desens House has been fortunate to cultivate a strong network of peer advocates, recovery allies, and community members who wholeheartedly embrace our mission.
These volunteers consistently demonstrate their commitment by preparing meals, teaching classes, offering rides, engaging in community outings, and sharing their compassion. We deeply appreciate their unwavering support, which is essential to the success of our endeavors!
Code of Ethics
Our Code of Ethics at The Desens House is the foundation of our commitment to providing ethical, safe, and effective support for women in recovery in Oswego, New York. It guides our actions, fosters trust within the community, and ensures the well-being of those we serve.
