Mona is a parent of 34 year old, identical twin sons, diagnosed with Autism & Intellectual Disabilities. Theirs was the first family in NE CT to obtain and enroll in, a DDS Home and Community-Based Medicaid Waiver. Mona's personal and professional experience, working in the field of developmental disabilities, spans 30+ years. Her experience and interests include:
- Private Consultant/Advocate, 2019 - present
- DDS-DCF Children's Services Committee, 2009-present
- State of CT, Medical Assistance Program Oversight Council, Developmental Disabilities Work Group, October 2016-present
- IHSP Diaper Bank Board of Directors, 2011-present
- Literary Ladies Book Club 2019-present
- Creation Church - Sunday School Teacher 2022-present
- Has managed a DDS Home & Community Based Waiver for more than 20 years
- CYSHCN Care Coordinator, 2010-2018
- CTFSN NE Regional Coordinator, 2002-2011
- Two Term CT Family Support Council Parent Representative (by Legislative Appointment), 2009-2017
- Facilitator/Co-Facilitator of local parent support groups, 2002-present
- Testified on Behalf of Children with Disabilities, CT Legislature, 2009
- Contributing Author of "IEP Guide - Page by Page," CT State Dept. of Education Website
- Contributor to CPAC (CT Parent Advocacy Center), Success Stories
- Former DDS Designee on the Children's Behavioral Health Advisory Council under Kathryn du Pree