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Read more about the article Challenging Inequality: Labor Department Pushes to End Subminimum Wage for Disabled Workers

Challenging Inequality: Labor Department Pushes to End Subminimum Wage for Disabled Workers

  • Post published:December 4, 2024
  • Post category:Legal/Disability Rights/Government/Federal/Disability News

For decades, workers with disabilities have endured an unjust reality: earning far below minimum wage because of an obscure legal loophole. However, change may finally be on the horizon. The…

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Read more about the article Charting a Confident Future for Individuals with Disabilities

Charting a Confident Future for Individuals with Disabilities

  • Post published:November 24, 2024
  • Post category:Medicaid/APD/Social Security

The future can feel uncertain and overwhelming for families supporting individuals with disabilities. For families and professionals alike questions about resources, long-term planning, and navigating complex systems often bring a…

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Read more about the article Navigating Supplemental Needs Trusts and Housing Subsidy Challenges

Navigating Supplemental Needs Trusts and Housing Subsidy Challenges

  • Post published:November 20, 2024
  • Post category:Legal/Trusts/ABLE United

Managing Supplemental Needs Trusts (SNTs) for beneficiaries receiving federal housing subsidies is complex and requires careful thought to navigate the challenges of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, determining income…

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Read more about the article Connecting with Community: Highlights from Government Day in The Villages, Florida

Connecting with Community: Highlights from Government Day in The Villages, Florida

  • Post published:November 4, 2024
  • Post category:Government/Safety

Government Day is an annual event in The Villages, Florida, where residents can meet directly with the agencies that serve them. Hosted by The Villages Community Development Districts (CDDs) -…

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Read more about the article Beyond Guardianship: Understanding Decision-Making Rights and Resources

Beyond Guardianship: Understanding Decision-Making Rights and Resources

  • Post published:October 28, 2024
  • Post category:APD/Guardianship/Disability Rights

Guardianship is a strict way to help with decision-making. It should be a last choice. In Florida, people can ask if guardianship is still needed, and the law allows them…

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Read more about the article Understanding Florida Senate Bill 1758

Understanding Florida Senate Bill 1758

  • Post published:October 28, 2024
  • Post category:Disability Rights/APD/State

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,…

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Read more about the article Advocating for Accessibility: A Call to Action in The Villages

Advocating for Accessibility: A Call to Action in The Villages

  • Post published:October 27, 2024
  • Post category:Disability Rights/ADA

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…

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Jean’s Story

  • Post published:October 25, 2024
  • Post category:Socialization/Workshops

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…

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Rhonda’s Story

  • Post published:October 25, 2024
  • Post category:Socialization/APD

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…

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In this special Advocates for Adult Children with Intellectual Disabilities (AACID) meeting the My Special Place board has some exciting updates and developments to share regarding their initiative to bring residential housing options to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in our community.  President Kristy Sullivan, and other Board members, will present specific details about the property under consideration, including its location, proposed housing models, services, and estimated costs.

We are also pleased to welcome guest speaker Cindy McClymonds, owner of At Your Service Professional Guardians. She will share insights and real-life stories highlighting the challenges families face when planning for the future care of their adult children or relatives with IDD – especially when those plans are delayed until they can no longer provide care themselves.

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