Historic Florida State Capitol Building with brightly colored striped awnings, classical style dome, and American and Florida State Flags in Tallahassee. “Advocacy” is at the steps of the Building.
Historic Florida State Capitol Building with brightly colored striped awnings, classical style dome, and American and Florida State Flags in Tallahassee. “Advocacy” is at the steps of the Building.

27th Annual Family Café

The Family Café is a Florida-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families through collaboration, advocacy, friendship, and empowerment. Its signature event, The Annual Family Café, is the largest cross-disability conference in the country. It is held every June in Orlando. Registration is free for Florida residents. The three-day event offers:

  • Breakout sessions on topics like Medicaid waivers, education, employment, and advocacy
  • A large exhibit hall featuring service providers, agencies, and disability-focused organizations
  • Keynote speakers and the Governor’s Summit on Disabilities
  • Networking opportunities for families, self-advocates, and professionals

This years’ event is June 13–15, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Orlando. Reserve your room now as they fill up fast.

Get details about the 2025 Family Café here.

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