Graciela Sharif, BS
Graciela Sharif, BS, is a Parent Resource Coordinator for the Family Care Enhancement Project, part of the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities at the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute.
- Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Professional Bio
As a Peruvian immigrant, introduced to Middle Eastern culture through marriage, and mother of a child with developmental disabilities, Sharif knows about the obstacles that individuals with disabilities and their families face in many aspects of their lives. Inspired by her oldest son who was born with Down syndrome, her purpose is to create equal access to education, health care and community services for all individuals with disabilities and their families. As a Parent Resource Coordinator, Sharif provides education, information and support to new and existing families, so they can be active participants in the development of their children’s education and health care services.
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The Family Care Enhancement Project is provided by Nebraska's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities at the University of Nebraska Medical Center's Munroe-Meyer Institute.