Florida

Florida Independent Living Centers New!

A list of Independent Living Centers (ILCs) in the state of Florida. ILCs provide people with disabilities with advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, housing and living skills.

Area Agency on Aging for North Florida

One of the eleven Area Agencies on Aging in Florida, the organization is a private non-profit corporation that administers federal and state programs for seniors and their caregivers in fourteen counties.

Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities

Supports persons with Developmental Disabilities in living, learning and working in their community.

Florida Children's Medical Services Program

Program provides children with special health care needs - including those with chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional conditions - with a family centered system of health care.

Florida Department of Elder Affairs

Information regarding elder services and activities is available through the Elder Helpline Information and Assistance service within each Florida County.

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

Information on programs, services and benefits for veterans who are residents of Florida.

Florida Developmental Disabilities Council

Encourages and advocates opportunities for persons with developmental disabilities and their families, to enhance their quality of life within their communities.

Center for Autism & Related Disabilities

A community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. The Center serves Florida families and professionals within the following counties: Charlotte, Collier, Desoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and Sarasota.

Central Florida Parent Center

Provides parents of children with disabilities in the state of Florida with information, training, assistance and support.

Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging

Develops and administers programs and services for older Americans living in sixteen counties in North Central Florida.

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Central Florida

Serves children with all types of special needs, including cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, speech delays, developmental delays and vision and hearing impairments through programs and services for children and their families.

Northwest Florida Area Agency on Aging

A private, not-for-profit, charitable corporation that serves elders and their families in the four northwestern counties of Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton.

Indian Health Services for the Eastern & Southern U.S.

Indian Health Service's Nashville Area office supports tribal governments and urban Indian communities in the development and administration of comprehensive health care delivery systems that meet the needs of Indian people in all states throughout the Eastern and Southern U.S.

Broward County, FL Hurricane Preparedness Information: Special Needs Shelter Services

Information on shelter services for people with disabilities or illness and the elderly in the event of a hurricane or other severe weather-related event.

Sunrise Community

Non profit organization provides a variety of services for people with disabilities in Florida, including personal care assistance, residental homes, supported employment and transportation.

Florida Medical Home Initiatives & Resources

Links to information about events and activities happening in Florida that improve access to medical homes for children with special health care needs.

Autism Society of America - Broward Chapter

An all-volunteer organization made up of parents and family members of individuals affected by an autism spectrum disorder, as well as professionals working in the field.

Autism Society of Florida

An all-volunteer organization made up of parents and family members of individuals affected by an autism spectrum disorder, as well as professionals working in the field.

Autism Society of Greater Jacksonville

An all-volunteer organization made up of parents and family members of individuals affected by an autism spectrum disorder, as well as professionals working in the field.

Autism Society of Greater Orlando

An all-volunteer organization made up of parents and family members of individuals affected by an autism spectrum disorder, as well as professionals working in the field.

Autism Society of the Panhandle

An all-volunteer organization made up of parents and family members of individuals affected by an autism spectrum disorder, as well as professionals working in the field.

Health Insurance for Children in Florida

Information and resources about health insurance for infants, children and teens in Florida.

Mental Health Program Office

Information on programs and services available to residents of Florida to help improve mental health. Download the directory of Contracted Adult Community Mental Health Providers in Word format.

Substance Abuse Services in Florida

Information on services and programs for residents of Florida that address substance abuse prevention and recovery.

Personal Care Attendant Program

Promotes and supports gainful employment and independent living for persons with traumatic spinal cord injuries by providing financial assistance to hire personal care attendants.

Florida Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Resource Center

Serves as the statewide clearinghouse of SCI resource information for persons who have survived an SCI, their families and friends, healthcare professionals, support groups, the media and the general public.

Alzheimer's Association - Central & North Florida Chapter

Alzheimer's Association chapters provide information, programs and services, including support groups and educational workshops, to people with Alzheimer's disease, their family members and caregivers.

Alzheimer's Association - Florida Gulf Coast Chapter

Alzheimer's Association chapters provide information, programs and services, including support groups and educational workshops, to people with Alzheimer's disease, their family members and caregivers.

Alzheimer's Association - Southeast Florida Chapter

Alzheimer's Association chapters provide information, programs and services, including support groups and educational workshops, to people with Alzheimer's disease, their family members and caregivers.

Mental Health Services in Florida

Directory of mental health treatment facilities and support services in the state.

American Parkinson's Disease Association South Florida Chapter

Responds to the particular needs of persons affected by Parkinson's disease and their caregivers through education, referral, support and public awareness programs.
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