STARability Foundation, a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is excited to announce it will be hosting an inaugural Resource Fair for its participants and families, partners and community members on Thursday, May 8. The free event will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at STARability’s office located at 720 Goodlette-Frank Rd., Suite 400 in Naples.

Offered by STARability’s Support Services department, the special event is designed to connect families and the community with valuable education, resources, services and businesses throughout Collier and Lee counties that can help support their loved one. Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about STARability’s innovative, community-based and transformative programming. Light refreshments will be served, and two crisis canines from the Naples Police Department will provide demonstrations.

To learn more and RSVP, visit STARability.org/upcoming-events.

For questions, please contact Lindsay Reyes, director of support services, at 239-594-9007 ext. 113 or lindsay@STARability.org.

Participating local organizations and businesses include ABLE United, Autism Collier Charter School, Autism Collier Resource Center, Center for Independent Living, Collier County Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation, Collier Resource Center, Collier County Sheriff’s Office Autism Support Project, David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health, FGCU GIDDI, FGCU R.I.S.E., Florida Alliance for Assistive Technology, Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples, N-AbleTEK, NAMI Collier County, Naples Botanical Garden, Naples Police Department: Crisis Canine Program, The Naples Players, Trailways Camp, We Rock the Spectrum Sensory Gym, We the People, By the People, For ALL the people and more.

To learn more about STARability’s programs and resources, visit STARability.org.

For four decades, STARability Foundation has been shining a light on abilities. Formed by a small community of caring parents, STARability has become one of Southwest Florida’s leading nonprofits. Today, the organization is opening a world of possibilities for hundreds of individuals ages 14 and older by offering a variety of inclusive programs focused on vocational training, continuing education, teamwork, social engagement and community involvement. Their compassionate team supports people with disabilities by providing life-transforming opportunities that emphasize teamwork and a connection to the community while strengthening awareness and respect for individual abilities. To learn more about the services and program offerings available, please visit STARability.org.