Casa Familia

We’re excited to announce that Casa Familia will be participating in The Miami Foundation's Give Miami Day! Mark your calendars for Early Giving, starting November 17th and lasting through #GiveMiamiDay on November 21st! Because of your generosity on days like Give Miami Day, we’re building the first-of-its-kind enriched affordable housing community for adults with IDD and other related disabilities in South Florida. Phase 1 is already under construction and it’s just the beginning of something truly exceptional. Pledge your support here: https://lnkd.in/emHRFMR7 This year, The Miami Foundation is asking the community: “What will YOU give Miami?” We’re hoping your answer will be, “Exceptional Housing for Exceptional People!” 🏠❤️

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our Executive Director, Dr.Anay Abraham, has been selected by Brickell Magazine/Key Biscayne Magazine-TAG Media Miami, as a Cultural Icon for this year’s Latino Visionaries feature! From an early age, Anay Abraham,Ed.D., learned passion and purpose by drawing inspiration from her family who fled to the U.S. for a better life. “I view every opportunity to make a meaningful impact as a privilege, not a given,” she says. Her cultural background also fosters a deep sense of empathy and connection with others, particularly those who face challenges. “It fuels my drive to create positive change and supports my purpose of bridging gaps and advocating for those who are underserved. Ultimately, my Latino heritage has instilled in me a sense of purpose and a passion for leveraging my skills to contribute meaningfully, guided by a spirit of gratitude and love.” Congratulations Anay! It is our privilege to have you leading our Village! 🏠❤️

Meet our Operations Coordinator, Ashley Blanco!⁠ ⁠ She is a double alumnus from Florida State University, having obtained her Bachelor of Science in International Affairs in 2023 and Master of Public Administration degree with a Certificate in Civic and Nonprofit Leadership in 2024.⁠ ⁠ As someone who has always placed service at the center of her life, she is extremely involved in both her local and international community and has received awards for her service from @FloridaStateUniversity. While she has extensive experience serving in the Dominican Republic, Africa, and her local community as a volunteer, she is eager to do so now at an organizational level.⁠ ⁠ Ashley joined the Casa Familia team as a part-time employee in January of 2023 and is proud to now be a full-time employee. She is immensely excited to continue working to build Exceptional Housing for Exceptional People.⁠ ⁠ We're thankful to have her in our Familia! 🏠️❤️

We are very excited to welcome Suzi Morales Main as our Philanthropy and Engagement Director! She is joining us in this endeavor on creating sustainable, enriched, and affordable housing communities, with features, amenities, and services designed to benefit adults with intellectual, developmental, and other related disabilities. With a background in Business Management and nearly a decade of experience working in nonprofits, Suzi specializes in harmonizing processes, people, and businesses, building strong community connections dedicated to supporting organizational growth and profitability. Prior to her role at Casa Familia, Suzi facilitated employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other related disabilities. Her work involved researching and collaborating with new markets, local businesses, organizations, and other stakeholders, creating sustainable and inclusive workplaces that provide meaningful job opportunities for all. Suzi is looking forward to developing innovative strategies that will further Casa Familia's impact and mission of Exceptional Housing for Exceptional People! Suzi joins our incredible team along our Executive Director, Anay Abraham,Ed.D. and Operations Coordinator, Ashley Blanco.

Exceptional Housing for Exceptional People takes a Village! Grateful for our incredible elected officials, like State Representative Vicki Lynn Lopez, that continuously support solutions for individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other related disabilities. From left to right: Casa Familia Executive Director, Anay Abraham,Ed.D., Casa Familia Board of Directors Treasurer, Erbi Blanco-True, MBA, State Representative Vicki Lynn Lopez, Casa Familia Chair, Natasha Lowell, and Casa Familia Vice President, Mike Moran.

We’re filled with gratitude and inspiration after our Banker’s Alliance Lunch & Learn Event today. Community is our most powerful resource! Thank you to all Banker’s Alliance members for believing in the Casa Familia mission and vision. We’re creating Exceptional Housing for Exceptional People — Together! 🏠❤️ If you have any questions or need further information regarding the Bankers Alliance, please do not hesitate to reach out to Erbi Blanco-True, MBA at eblancotrue@banescousa.com. A huge thank you to our members: Banesco USA, Bradesco Bank, First Horizon Bank, International Finance Bank (IFB), Banco do Brasil Americas, Centennial Bank, City National Bank of Florida, Grove Bank & Trust, SouthState Bank, Sunstate Bank (Miami, FL), Synovus, Terrabank, Third Federal, US Century Bank Coral Gables.

Exciting news for our future affordable housing community residents! Starbucks a valued champion, introduces new accessibility guidelines, fostering independence, choice, and ease for all within our spaces. ☕🏠 #AffordableHousing #InclusiveSpaces #communityliving