At STARability Foundation, we are a family bound together by having someone very special to us with a developmental or intellectual disability. Families started the organization nearly 40 years ago to support one another and create opportunities for their loved ones. Continuing that tradition, we offer semiannual Family Forums, featuring engaging presentations, open discussion, and valuable takeaways.

You are invited to our next Family Forum on the important topics of Social Security Benefits and Guardianship. You’ll learn about Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, and financial considerations for individuals with disabilities who are working or would like to work.

You’ll also learn about the different types of guardianship, guardian advocacy, the process to become a guardian or guardian advocate, and what follow-ups are needed with the court.

Guest Speakers

Idela T. Hernandez, MS, CRC, CPWIC
Employment & Disability Consultant at IAS, LLC

Idela Hernandez is a Human Service professional with over 20 years of experience in the field who is committed to promoting meaningful changes in people's lives. She provides Employment Services and Benefits Work Incentives Advisement to individuals with disabilities and their families. The services are designed to promote meaningful changes in their lives. Idela firmly believes that with the first help, many individuals are able to re-organize their lives and re-integrate into the workforce while becoming productive citizens. Idela received her Bachelor of Science in Human Services from FGCU and her Master in Rehabilitation Counseling degree from the University of Kentucky. She holds a national certification in Rehabilitation Counseling, CRC, as well as a national certification in Social Security Benefits Work Incentives Advisor, CWIC.

Lisa B. Goddy, J.D.
Partner at Wollman, Gehrke & Associates, P.A.

Lisa Goddy became Partner at Wollman, Gehrke & Associates, P.A. in 2019. Lisa assists clients in designing comprehensive plans tailored to meet their goals and objectives, giving them peace of mind in knowing that they have planned for their future and provided for their families for successive generations. Before joining the firm, Lisa worked at a large, multi-state law firm and a mid-size law firm, where her practice focused on sophisticated estate planning and complex trust and estate administration.

Each forum features a topic of interest involving different areas of community resources, information and opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together, we’ll explore resources, issues and pathways to enhance the quality of life for these individuals and their families.

The deadline to register for this free event is Monday, April 17 at noon.

Family Forum (April 2023)

Hosted by STARability Foundation | In-person & online