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Since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis took office in January, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) has accomplished many milestones to benefitAPD customers. [Read more…] about APD Helps Vulnerable Floridians with the Support of Governor DeSantis
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today demonstrated his commitment to helping vulnerable Floridians by recommending $1.4 billion for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) to serve individuals with developmental disabilities. [Read more…] about Governor Recommends Budget Supporting Vulnerable Floridians
By Tim Brown
Andrew Wong works as a Chick-fil-A dining room host, cleaning tables, delivering orders, refilling drinks, and dishing up soft-serve ice cream. [Read more…] about A Successful Career Launch
By Melanie Mowry Etters
Kenny Burnett is willing to hold down two jobs so that he is able to support his family and provide them with their own apartment. [Read more…] about Juggling Jobs to Succeed
By Zoe Linafelt
Matt Hightower has been a greeter/host at Sweet Tomatoes in Sarasota since 1997. [Read more…] about For Hightower, Welcoming Customers is Personal
By Jamie Gillhespy
Like so many in Panama City, Shawontee Russell experienced the devastating effects of Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Cleaning Up After Hurricane Michael
Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD), Blind Services, and Vocational Rehabilitation recognized 12 businesses with an Exceptional Employer Award today for hiring people with disabilities. [Read more…] about 12 Businesses Honored as Exceptional Employers
By Melanie Mowry Etters
Happiness exudes from Connor Yeatts, and you cannot help but smile when you are around him. He may be working, but he’s also listening to Disney music and singing every word. [Read more…] about Joy in the Workplace
By Tim Brown
The Tiger Rock Martial Arts facility prides itself in being safe, friendly, and clean as a whistle. Jason Hunter is a big part of that success. [Read more…] about Jason Hunter Impacts Martial Arts Center
On Friday, October 11, 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
