Lynne Tomasa, PhD, MSW, FAAIDD
​​​Sonoran University Center for Excellence in Disabilities (UCEDD)
​University of Arizona 

Dr. Tomasa has worked in the field of aging and disability for over 30 years. She joined the University of Arizona Department of Family & Community Medicine (FCM) in 1987 where she made home visits, did program evaluation, developed curriculum, and taught students and residents. In 2006, she joined the Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities (UCEDD) within FCM where she has continued to focus on aging, family caregiving, end of life, and life transitions. Dr. Tomasa has developed a workbook for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and families on planning for the future. She has also been a court investigator for guardianship petitions for over 30 years.