About

Eric Seibenick, Senior Fatherhood Educator at the David Cardno Father Child & Resource Center, joined the Healthy Start team in February 2023. The youngest of 10 children, Eric brings over 20 years of experience mentoring both youth and adults. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State University and later moved to Hawaii, where he ran his own landscaping business and worked with disadvantaged youth through Hawaii Job Corps, the Marimed Foundation, and EPIC `Ohana Youth Circle Program. Eric holds a Master’s in Education from Chaminade University.

After relocating to Florida, Eric worked as a Child Protection Investigator for the Department of Children and Families and developed the Father & Child Connection program. In 2022, he joined the Fatherhood Advisory Board and returned to his passion for mentoring fathers.

Outside of work, Eric enjoys rescuing animals, gardening, remodeling, baking, and tinkering in his workshop. He is also devoted to his wife, Phyllis, and their two adult children.

Michael Landrau, Fatherhood Educator at Healthy Start, joined the team in March 2023. Growing up in a busy household with his single mother and three siblings, Michael understands the importance of an involved and reliable father figure.

Throughout his career, Michael has worked with youth and families in various roles, including in churches, schools, detention centers, DCF, workforce development, mental health, and through soccer programs. He is passionate about fostering healthy communities, believing that strong families are the foundation of well-being.

Born in Puerto Rico and relocating to Florida in 2003, Michael is married to his high school sweetheart, Leticia. In his free time, Michael enjoys spending time with his wife, participating in church activities, engaging in sports, and occasionally traveling the world.

Sellian Cruz, Intake Specialist at Martin County Healthy Start Coalition, joined in June 2022 and is excited to serve families on the Treasure Coast. A South Florida native, Sellian is passionate about helping families access essential resources to build healthy lives. She believes strongly in the power of community and the importance of connection when raising children. As a mother herself, Sellian values family time and is deeply committed to the mission of Healthy Start, which aligns with her dedication to serving others. She is married with two children and enjoys spending time with her loved ones, along with her passions for faith, friends, and food. Sellian is thrilled to be part of an organization that impacts the community by ensuring mothers and babies have the opportunity for a healthy start.

Idalia joined Martin County Healthy Start Coalition after enrolling in the Nurse Family Partnership program during her first pregnancy. The education and support she received have been crucial for her healthy pregnancy and preparing for motherhood. With the help of a Healthy Start doula, she and her partner are eagerly anticipating the arrival of their son. Before joining Healthy Start, Idalia worked in the nonprofit sector for over 15 years, focusing on community programs for economic and professional development. She holds a Bachelor's in Cultural Anthropology and Mexican-American Studies from UCLA and a Master's in Business Administration from Florida Atlantic University. Born in a Zapotec community in Mexico and raised in Los Angeles, Idalia has learned to navigate diverse cultures. She is passionate about building healthy communities through equitable access to services and looks forward to connecting expecting and new mothers to resources in the Treasure Coast community.

Heidi Wilkerson, Home Visitation Program Manager at Healthy Start, brings a diverse background in corporate training, psychology, and nonprofit management. With a deep commitment to community health, her journey spans work in mental health case management, maternal-child health services, and training initiatives. As a certified Healthy Start trainer, she enhanced staff skills to deliver quality care in underserved communities. Passionate about addressing infant mortality and health inequities, they served on the Board for Black Infant Health Practice, advocating for minorities and equitable healthcare. After relocating to Port Saint Lucie, Heidi continued their mission as a social services counselor, collaborating with Healthy Start to expand their impact. Today, she works tirelessly to ensure healthy beginnings for mothers and babies, driven by a strong belief in social justice and empowering families to thrive. Her leadership is a testament to their dedication to holistic wellbeing and positive change.

Karina Aguirre, a Florida native from Jupiter, has always been passionate about childbirth. After extensive research, she discovered midwifery and fell in love with home birth. Karina pursued midwifery at the Heritage School of Midwifery and apprenticed with Abundant Life Birth Center on the Treasure Coast, where she served as a dedicated midwife providing holistic care to expectant mothers. Known for her gentle demeanor, Karina created a safe, nurturing environment for women to make informed decisions about their care. Now, as a home visitor, she’s excited to transition her role, offering personalized guidance and support to families. With a deep understanding of the physiological and emotional aspects of childbirth, Karina remains committed to compassionate care, supporting mothers throughout the sacred journey of bringing new life into the world. Her passion for empowering families continues to guide her work in the community.

Maria was born and raised in Santiago, Chile, and she is the youngest of three girls raised by a single mother who was a teacher and her role model. She graduated with a bachelor’s in fine arts from the University of Chile. After meeting her husband, who is from California and of Cuban descent, they married and had two children. In 2000, she moved to the USA, facing language, culture, and weather challenges. After enrolling in ESOL classes, she became a teacher’s aide before becoming pregnant with her daughter. Struggling with the lack of support, she dedicated herself to learning how to raise her child. She worked as a Family Support Worker for Healthy Families for nearly 14 years, eventually becoming a certified behavioral health case manager. With over 19 years of experience and a deep knowledge of community resources, she now proudly works with Healthy Start to support pregnant women and their children.

Claudia Worley, originally from Freetown, Sierra Leone, is a highly skilled nurse and midwife with a passion for public health. She completed her nursing and midwifery education in Sierra Leone and later pursued a public health degree in the UK. During her time there, she worked as a Health Visitor, assisting mothers from prenatal through the first five years of their child's life. After immigrating to Stuart, Florida, in 2001, Claudia became a Lactation Consultant at the Department of Health in Martin County and has worked closely with Healthy Start and Cleveland Clinic to promote health and wellness, especially breastfeeding. With over 15 years of experience, she has worked in various roles including home health care, counseling, and as a health educator. Claudia is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Public Health at the University of West Florida. She enjoys reading, exercising, and doing Zumba in her free time.

Angie Borges is a registered nurse with extensive experience in home health, hospital settings, and maternal care. Since 2021, she has worked with low-income, high-risk families through Nurse Family Partnership, supporting new mothers-to-be and guiding parents through the challenges of infancy and toddlerhood. Angie focuses on promoting healthy child growth and development through assessments and educational support. She is passionate about serving vulnerable populations, including teen pregnancies and low-income immigrant families, helping them achieve healthy outcomes. Angie finds great purpose in making a difference during such a critical time in a family’s life, working to build trust and create lasting impact one family at a time. Her work as a nurse is driven by her dedication to helping others navigate the unknowns of new parenthood, providing compassionate care to those who need it most.

Telindalee’s journey in maternal health began in 2001, inspired by a nurse-midwife who delivered her three children. Passionate about educating families, she became a Childbirth Educator and later a postpartum doula. After nursing school in Houston, Texas, she worked as a birth assistant at a community birthing center. Moving to the Treasure Coast, Telindalee explored various nursing roles, including in the ER and Med-Surg, before earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. In 2018, she joined Nurse-Family Partnership through Martin County Healthy Start Coalition as a Nurse Home Visitor. Telindalee finds fulfillment in supporting families from pregnancy to the child’s second birthday, walking alongside them through the early stages of parenthood. Outside of work, she enjoys balancing family life, travel, nature, and finding stillness. She feels deeply grateful to serve the community in the beautiful Treasure Coast of Florida.

Margo Keane, Doula Program Manager, is a Treasure Coast native and Lincoln Park Academy alumna dedicated to serving her community. Passionate about supporting pregnant women, she spent four years assisting midwives in Tallahassee, Gainesville, and the Treasure Coast before earning her degree from The Florida School of Traditional Midwifery. As a Florida Licensed Midwife, she provided care across three counties, guiding families through childbirth.

Now, as Doula Program Manager and Lead Doula at Martin County Healthy Start Coalition, Margo brings nearly a decade of birth experience. She believes every pregnant person deserves a doula and is committed to building a strong, community-based team to support local families.

When not working, Margo enjoys time with her family and pets in her Fort Pierce home. A self-proclaimed nerd, she loves board games and Harry Potter and is always eager to chat about her favorite fandoms!

Claudia’s career in healthcare spans more than 15 years. She earned her undergraduate degree from Barry University and went on to complete a Master of Science in Nursing from Frontier University, specializing in Midwifery and women’s health care. Over time, Claudia found herself increasingly integrating mental wellness into her approach to patient care. Recognizing the vital connection between physical and mental health, she pursued additional training, earning a Post-Master’s Certificate in Mental Health and becoming a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner.

Beyond her clinical work, Claudia is deeply committed to supporting organizations that improve quality of life for families in need. She proudly supports Kiva.org, Volunteers in Medicine Clinic, Midwives for Haiti, and Doctors Without Borders. Looking ahead, she aspires to establish a nonprofit organization that expands access to mental health services for minorities and underserved populations.

In her free time, Claudia enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, and spending time with her children and their cat.

Lucinda is a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nurse Midwife who is passionate about supporting women through every stage of life. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and went on to receive her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati, where she completed comprehensive training in midwifery.

For more than a decade, Lucinda has had the privilege of serving families throughout Palm Beach and Broward Counties, providing high-quality, personalized care. Her approach centers on offering thoughtful, holistic support to mothers and babies—from prenatal visits and labor education to postpartum recovery. She takes pride in listening, supporting, and guiding each woman so she feels confident and informed every step of the way.

Helping families thrive is not just Lucinda’s profession—it’s her calling.

Yajaira is a dedicated medical assistant with more than 20 years of experience in community health. Since joining the MOM Mobile: Maternity on the Move team in March 2025, she has brought compassion, expertise, and a deep sense of purpose to her work supporting pregnant women and teens during one of the most meaningful times in their lives.

Born and raised in Indiantown, Martin County, Yajaira is a proud mother of three—a role that gives her unique insight and empathy for the families she serves. Fully bilingual in Spanish and English, she values the ability to connect with patients in the language that makes them feel most comfortable and understood.

Before joining MOM Mobile, Yajaira spent much of her career at the Florida Department of Health, where she gained extensive experience in community-based healthcare. She is currently pursuing a degree in Human Services at Indian River State College, reflecting her belief that learning never stops.

Being part of an organization that provides essential care to mothers and babies is deeply meaningful to Yajaira. She is proud to contribute to a mission that uplifts families and strengthens the community she has always called home.