Nova is a Direct Support Professional currently working in an Adult Foster Home to reinforce positive behavior and increase mental health and wellbeing. They have three years' proficiency working with a vast population of I/DD and memory care clientele in Lane County. They have also dabbled in management of group homes and supported living programs. Nova seeks to use their SHARE certification to normalize tricky conversations about sexuality and trauma informed care. They wish to inspire care that is affirming to the transgender experience and supportive of all queer clientele, facilitating learning environments with cultural competence without any shame.