This year, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) served more than 58,000 Floridians with disabilities, nearly 3,000 more individuals than last year. [Read more…] about APD Uses Record Investments in 2022 to Continue to Better Serve Floridians with Disabilities
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APD Home and Community-Based Care Providers to Receive $502.7 Million to Benefit Floridians with Disabilities
The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) and Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) are excited to announce the recent approval of $502.7 million in Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) funding to be distributed to providers. [Read more…] about APD Home and Community-Based Care Providers to Receive $502.7 Million to Benefit Floridians with Disabilities
APD Offers Waiver Enrollment to Individuals on Waiting List
With the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) offering Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid waiver enrollment to individuals on the waiver waiting list, advocates are applauding Governor Ron DeSantis’ commitment to serving people with disabilities in Florida. [Read more…] about APD Offers Waiver Enrollment to Individuals on Waiting List
Governor Signs Budget Supporting Floridians with Unique Abilities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today signed the state budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 which demonstrates his commitment to helping Floridians served by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). [Read more…] about Governor Signs Budget Supporting Floridians with Unique Abilities
APD Issues Emergency Order and Guidance
The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) issued Emergency Order 20-01 to outline which provider rules and regulations are being suspended due to the state of emergency in Florida regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). [Read more…] about APD Issues Emergency Order and Guidance
APD Participates in Developmental Disabilities Day
Governor Ron DeSantis issued a proclamation recognizing today, February 11, as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day in Florida. [Read more…] about APD Participates in Developmental Disabilities Day
Masessa is the Queen of Burger King
By Zoe Linafelt
Linda Masessa enjoys living independently in Martin County with her cat, Brady. [Read more…] about Masessa is the Queen of Burger King
Governor Signs Budget Supporting Vulnerable Floridians
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today signed his A Bold Vision for a Brighter Future Budget that demonstrates his commitment to helping vulnerable Floridians, including those served by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). [Read more…] about Governor Signs Budget Supporting Vulnerable Floridians
Companies Honored as Exceptional Employers
Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD), Blind Services, and Vocational Rehabilitation recognized 12 businesses that hire and retain people with disabilities with an Exceptional Employer Award today. The businesses from around the state were honored with a plaque made by people with disabilities. [Read more…] about Companies Honored as Exceptional Employers
12 Exceptional Employers to be Recognized
Disability Employment Awareness Month is Coming
On Thursday, October 4, The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD), Blind Services, and Vocational Rehabilitation will recognize 12 businesses as Florida Exceptional Employers for hiring and retaining employees who have disabilities. [Read more…] about 12 Exceptional Employers to be Recognized
