Evelyn Fordham Goodman with braided hair smiling in front of a yellow wall, wearing a yellow dress and denim jacket. She stands near a wooden door and metal bars, with green trees visible outside.

A supportive space for honest conversation, shared understanding, and real encouragement for moms of children with disabilities.

Do you ever feel like you're carrying more than anyone sees?

Many moms raising children with disabilities experience:

• Feeling alone on a journey others don’t fully understand
• Carrying guilt or wondering if you're doing enough
• Navigating appointments, systems, and constant advocacy
• Emotional exhaustion while still needing to stay strong
• Worrying about what the future holds for your child and family

If this sounds familiar, you're not alone.

The Sunroom was created to bring moms together in a supportive space for honest conversation, shared understanding, and real encouragement.

Evelyn Fordham Goodman smiling with braided hair wearing a beige blazer and yellow shirt, posing outdoors with arms crossed.

Meet the Founder

Evelyn Fordham Goodman holds a Master’s degree in Special Education and is an award-winning educator, passionate about supporting families raising children with disabilities. She is also a mother of a child with special needs, an experience she calls her greatest teacher. Evelyn created the Sunroom Summit to provide a supportive space where mothers can find community, strength, and hope.