Elliot grew up and still resides in Great Barrington. He attended several local schools, including Monument Mountain Regional High school. He is currently studying to get his GED, and plans to pursue higher education at Berkshire Community College. He is deeply passionate about his artistic and creative practices, and spends a lot of time connecting with nature through gardening and food cultivation. Creating art and caring for other living things, like his house plants and aquarium, are just a few things that bring him joy. Over the years, Elliot has found community at R.S.Y.P and has participated in many clubs, programs and events as a constituent. Now a staff member, He strives to provide access to support and resources to youth struggling with substance use and abuse, get people talking about substance use and harm reduction, and to create space for youth to celebrate themselves!