The FDDC funded a project that created a transportation voucher in Florida’s Treasure Coast which has provided over 120,000 trips to more than 7,000 individuals. The project now thrives independently, offering 24/7 door-to-door service across St Lucie and Indian River counties. These journeys are not just rides; they’re pathways to job training, employment, and crucial […]
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This month, we are celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a dedicated time each October to honor and celebrate the remarkable contributions of America’s workers with disabilities, both past and present. NDEAM is a platform for recognizing their resilience, achievements, and the positive impact they bring to workplaces across the nation. This month also
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Thousands of disabled Floridians are currently sitting on a waiting list for the Medicaid iBudget Florida waiver, which would provide them with services to help them live independent and healthy lives. But according to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, as of October, the waiting list had 22,488 people on it. Elizabeth Perkins, associate director of
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