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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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

MS Society contact information. Chapters encourage personal empowerment with employment counseling, family programs, volunteer opportunities, and advocacy issues.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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