Understanding Florida Senate Bill 1758
Senate Bill 1758 was enacted into law on March 22, 2024 and took effect July 1, 2024. It introduces significant changes to Florida’s Medicaid program, focusing on expanding accessibility, efficiency,…
Advocating for Accessibility: A Call to Action in The Villages
July 26, 2024, marked the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a pivotal law ensuring equal rights and accessible public spaces for individuals with disabilities. This legislation…
Jean’s Story
I was at my breaking point, feeling hopeless and overwhelmed, trying to secure full Medicaid coverage for my son, Collin. He had a $1,000 monthly cost-share (like a deductible) with…
Rhonda’s Story
Sometimes, all it takes is talking to someone, hearing other’s stories, or attending an Advancing Families & Individuals Needing Services (AFINS) workshop to feel motivated and take action. I had…
Our First Buddy Cruise Adventure
Kevin and I just got back from our first Buddy Cruise, and it was amazing! We spent eight days at sea on the Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas, along…
DOJ Announces New Medical Diagnostic Equipment Accessibility Regulations
On August 9, 2024, the Federal Register published the Department of Justice’s final rule updating the regulation for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The final rule…
Embracing Independence
Navigating the Transition for Special Needs Families This story talks about the emotions and challenges that come with a parent’s experience when their child with special needs begins to live…
Florida Medicaid
What is Medicaid?Medicaid EligibilityApplying for MedicaidAdditional Available ServicesApplication TimeframeRenewalMedicaid Gold CardMedicaid RedeterminationHow to File ComplaintsHealth Care Facility ComplaintsHealth Care Provider ComplaintsMedicaid Fraud and Abuse ComplaintsStatewide Medicaid Managed Care ComplaintsCivil Rights…
The Villages Newcomers Series
Welcome to The Villages, Moving can be stressful for anyone but even more so for someone with special needs and their family. This web series is an expansion of our…
