DIversability inc. Team
amanda hamer
Executive Director
Since 2016
Amanda holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in English from the University of Oregon and a Master of Science degree in Counseling from Oregon State University - Cascades, and holds certifications as a Community Health Worker, Family Support Specialist, and Sibshop Facilitator Trainer. In her decades of experience working in the human service field, Amanda has honed skills in behavior intervention, group facilitation, connecting individuals and families to meaningful resources, professional consultation, education advocacy, and leadership.
Since 2004, just after her oldest daughter was born with Down syndrome, Amanda’s focus has been working with and advocating for people experiencing disabilities/diversabilities and their families. Amanda has served on several state and local boards, councils and committees and often speaks in classroom and conference settings. Currently, Amanda is a member of the City of Bend Accessibility Advisory Committee and participates in other committees and groups working to enhance services to our community.
Outside of human service work, Amanda serves as the General Manager for her husband’s irrigation contracting company, a role that is now in its second decade. Amanda has particular interest in starting and operating small businesses including, to date, three nonprofits and two limited liability companies.
Personally, Amanda’s three girls and her family’s small petting zoo keep her busy (2 dogs, 1 cat, 2 geckos). Amanda enjoys expanding cultural competency, traveling and frequently changing her hair style!
Ian snook
Treasurer, board of directors
Since 2026
Ian holds a Bachelor of Science in History from the University of Idaho, where he also competed as a decathlete on the Vandals track and field team. After graduating, he stepped immediately into the world of coaching—a role that not only sharpened his leadership skills but also created an unexpected and meaningful connection to the developmental disabilities (DD) community through his collaboration with the Northwest Children’s Home in Idaho.
Ian fully entered the DD services field in 2015, focusing his career on employment-related supports and community inclusion. Over the past decade, he has provided employment services across Washington, Idaho, Ohio, and Oregon. His work has included deep involvement in Employment First initiatives, building strong agency relationships, and contributing to system-wide collaboration. During his time in Ohio, Ian played an active role in the development of the Collaborative of Cuyahoga County, helping strengthen partnerships and expand opportunities for individuals with disabilities in the Greater Cleveland area.
In 2023, Ian moved with his family to Central Oregon—a place that already felt like home. His great-great-grandfather once served as the physician in Madras, and Snook Lane still carries the family name today. Rooted in both personal history and a genuine connection to the community, Ian and his family are excited to build their lives in Central Oregon and contribute meaningfully to the region.
sarah goodman
President, board of directors
Since 2018
Sarah has been with Diversability since 2018 when she started as a Job Coach! She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology and a minor in Special Education from the University of Oregon. Born and raised in the Portland area, Sarah knew from a young age that working with individuals with diversabilities was her passion. In high school she volunteered as a peer tutor for students with diversabilities as well as worked in 3rd and 5th grade classrooms. During college Sarah volunteered with Special Olympics Oregon and worked as a Direct Support Professional on breaks. After graduation, Sarah interned for Special Olympics Oregon, continued working as a Direct Support Professional and traveled through Europe. Sarah returned to Portland to work as a Special Education Assistant, and then, after having vacationed in Central Oregon throughout her life, she decided it was time to finally make the permanent move to Bend.
Sarah is a Certified Employment Support Professional and the Program Manager for the Employment Support team at Pathway Enterprises, Inc. Sarah’s wisdom in the field of Integrated Employment is well known and respected in the community.
Sarah loves to hike, ski, hang at the local breweries and float the river! She is an avid traveler, having experienced many of our world’s great countries. Sarah is thrilled to continue to be a part of the Diversability Inc. Team and serve the local community!
laura oneill
Secretary, board of directors
Since 2026
Laura grew up in Sandpoint, Idaho and attended college at the University of Idaho where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. After graduation, Laura worked in mental health for an agency in Boise where she had the good fortune of collaborating with the manager of the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) program. When the mental health program ended, Laura’s colleague recruited her to work in the I/DD program and Laura has never looked back!
Laura’s love of the outdoors and desire for greater opportunities led her to Central Oregon where she has been a highly regarded Service Coordinator with Deschutes County Intellectual/Developmental Disability Program. As a committed community partner, Laura was instrumental in regional and state-wide Employment First Initiatives, is a founding member of the Happyning Hub, and actively participates on the Happyning Hub Advisory Committee. In recognition of her incredible work, Laura received a Service Provider of the Year Award at the 2025 Breaking Barriers conference!
When Laura is not busy positively impacting her Central Oregon community, she is found at home relaxing and playing basketball with her husband and son. Laura enjoys time with family, including being the happy owner of a big Newfoundland, small Corgi mix, and 11 chickens!
livi hamer
sibshop facilitator
Since 2024
Livi was born and raised in Bend, Oregon where she is the middle of three sisters, one of whom was born with Down syndrome. Livi is an emotionally intelligent, nurturing soul with skills beyond her years. Music, comedy and medical dramas are her go-to entertainment. Livi is a proud member of the ‘long blue line’ at Bend High School where she served as a Peer Mentor in Special Programs and Unified Sports, as well as a Childcare Assistant in the Bear Cub Infant/Toddler Center. The exciting world of post-secondary education is where Livi finds herself currently, working towards a medical degree.
When she is not completing schoolwork, Livi is caring for her sisters and her animals, serving as a Direct Support Professional, and working alongside her Dad as an Irrigation Tech.
In addition to being a Sibshop Facilitator for Diversability Inc., Livi also serves as a Sib Mentor in our Sibling Support program. Livi is passionate about uplifting the often hidden lives of Sibs and is happy to be a part of the Sibling Support team!