Lila P. Montoya Starr

Lila P. Montoya Starr has worked as a licensed social worker and mental health specialist with the Iowa Department of Human Services for over 35 years. She is a graduate of the Waverly-Shell Rock public school system and earned her bachelor’s degree in speech/interpersonal communications from the University of Northern Iowa. Lila and her husband, Tony Montoya, are the proud parents of two amazing young men, Antonio and Wesley, who graduated from Valley in 2011 and 2015. Lila currently serves as secretary to two national professional organizations and is a frequent presenter on topics associated with mental health, disabilities, and long-term care. A lifelong learner and community activist, Lila has lived with her family in Clive since 1997. She represented Crestview, Indian Hills, Valley Southwoods, Valley, and the community at large on the WDMCS Community Education Advisory Committee for many years.