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The Arc of Florida
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Добавлен 9 мар 2011
The Arc of Florida works with local, state, and national partners, advocating for local chapters, public policies, and high quality supports for people with developmental and other disabilities to be fully included in all aspects of their community.
2025 Legislative Platform - Where We're Headed
Every year, The Arc of Florida sets its legislative agenda-a roadmap for improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This process brings together families, providers, and legislators to create positive change. We will be outlining our 2025 Legislative Platform and plans for next Legislative
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Rulemaking Process
Просмотров 6021 час назад
Government agencies are required to hear from the public when developing rules for their programs. This requirement is a powerful way for communities to shape public policy. Learn the basic rulemaking process, how agencies use public comments, and tips for preparing and delivering your comments to increase their effectiveness. Robert Latham, Associate Director of the Children & Youth Law Clinic...
Dental Awareness - Be Well
Просмотров 3021 день назад
In partnership with Liberty Dental Plan, join us for a two-part webinar series on Dental Awareness. Studies show that oral health is an essential part of staying healthy. Be Well will focus on the importance of dental hygiene and routines for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Learn about prevention and tools to improve your overall dental health. Stefanie Gaspard is...
What is the Pilot Program?
Просмотров 33Месяц назад
In 2023, the Legislature created a new pilot program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) on the Pre-enrollment List, often called the Waiting List. Eligibility requirements for the new pilot: (1) individuals must be on the Pre-enrollment list for the HCBS waiver, (2) individuals must reside in the Pilot area, which includes Miami-Dade, Monroe, Hillsborough, M...
Vocational Rehabilitation
Просмотров 49Месяц назад
Vocational Rehabilitation, known as VR, is a federal-state program that helps eligible individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities find, get, keep, or advance in a job. They assist individuals with disabilities enhance their independence through employment. Learn about VR from a provider’s point of view and its benefits for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Tony F...
Elder Law & Guardianship
Просмотров 31Месяц назад
Join us for a discussion on Florida and national trends geared toward greater advocacy for individuals and their families in personal and financial decision-making, even when an individual has cognitive challenges. The term “less restrictive alternatives” will be the focus and we will examine available legal tools, including limited and voluntary guardianship in Florida, guardian advocacy for i...
Employment First
Просмотров 542 месяца назад
The Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) is the only national organization focused exclusively on Employment First to facilitate the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace and community. FL APSE Board Members Kerri Morse, Denise Barnes, and Matonya (Matti) Wieczorek will present information about APSE, the history and impact of Employment First in our st...
The Arc of Florida - 2024 Advocacy Days
Просмотров 1192 месяца назад
2nd Annual Advocacy Days: The Future of Disabilities at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort.
Phelan-McDermid for Families
Просмотров 332 месяца назад
Learn about this rare genetic condition and the work that the Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation is doing to support more than 100 families in Florida who have loved ones living with Phelan-McDermid syndrome as well as the advances that have been made in science and research. As Family Support Specialist for the Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation, Carla D'Imperio brings a background in educat...
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Просмотров 183 месяца назад
Autism Spectrum Disorders are considered the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States, affecting 1 in every 36 children. ASD typically appears during early childhood and can impact a person’s sensory system, communication, relationships, and self-regulation. The autism experience is different for everyone, and as such it is important for parents, teachers, physicians, and c...
Voting and Advocacy Rights
Просмотров 524 месяца назад
Voting is one of the most basic and important rights we have as Americans. No one else can tell you that you can’t vote - not a guardian or guardian advocate, not an election official, not a caregiver nor family member has the legal authority to prevent you from voting. Join Laura-Lee Minutello, Public Policy Analyst with Disability Rights Florida, to learn about your rights as a voter with a d...
Access to Medicaid Services Rule (Access Rule)
Просмотров 764 месяца назад
What exactly is the Ensuring Access to Medicaid Services Rule (Access Rule) and what does it mean? This is a regulation from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that aims to improve access to and quality of Medicaid services. The rule was released in April 2024 and applies to all Medicaid services, including home and community-based services (HCBS). Jim DeBeaugrine, RFJ Governmental ...
I/DD and Dementia
Просмотров 1074 месяца назад
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are significantly more susceptible to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias with a 50% higher likelihood compared to the general population and 90% of those with Down syndrome experience dementia by age 65. Abbey Such, OTR/L Manager of The Arc Jacksonville's Specialized Aging Support (SAS) program, will discuss how dementia...
Pooled Trust
Просмотров 295 месяцев назад
Pooled Trusts are an affordable and essential tool to preserve benefits for your loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These trusts also provide a source of additional financial security for the future. Topics discussed will include how special needs trusts work, how much they cost to set up, and why they should be part of your future plan for you or your loved one with a...
Advocacy Meeting with Craig Patrick
Просмотров 916 месяцев назад
FOX 13 Chief Investigator Craig Patrick shares his insights on his series “Disabled Floridians in Crisis and a Lesson in the Power of Civic Engagement.” Having a reporter’s insight into families and advocates connects the dots for ourcommunities to expand our advocacy even further. Learn the best ways to share your stories.
Benefits and Differences - SSDI/SSI
Просмотров 10210 месяцев назад
Benefits and Differences - SSDI/SSI
Can I have your number to call you please
She don’t know she was not on mute!! Interrupting him while he was giving information !
Thanks for this wealth of information!
What about seniors 65 and up?
Can you help me become a provider? I want to get into this.
Apd didn't assist people with disabilities My grandchildren and I are disabled and rbey are debunking me services. Hilary Jacksin ,and Taylor Hatch are retaliating against me. Can so eine reach out . They abusive g me as a disabled senior a d my disabled grandchildren have been. Abused and all our civil rights violated. They took pictures of my disabled grandchildren without my consent or knowledge in bed
7 months later and we still don’t have any information as to when this law will help parents like myself 😢
The DSP certification offered with a bonus in 2023 via the NADSP website included hundreds/thousands of DSPs asked to repeatedly write fiction about their job experiences and relate it to the DSP Code of Ethics. How does this constitute "professionalisation?"
I am having a problem with nurses that don't qualify to take care of my special needs disabled son