TheArcofFlorida

The Arc of Florida advocates for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be fully included in all aspects of their community.

[Ron DeSantis @GovRonDeSantis]

Governor DeSantis Signs 'Live Healthy' Legislation https://t.co/M4En8GQQ2O

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The Florida Senate unanimously passed legislation to expand services to Floridians with disabilities Wednesday.

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How’s this for Feel Good Friday? Mar Galcerán makes history as Spain’s first parliamentarian with Down’s syndrome. #AchieveWithUs #advocate https://t.co/JEGejIf8zC

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Justice Department Advances Proposed Rule to Improve Access to Medical Care for People with Disabilities. https://t.co/dWglqEFQKj

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The Florida Senate is poised to pass two bills—which lawmakers are referring to as the Live Healthy package—that aim to supplement the state’s healthcare workforce and inspire innovation among providers. The Arc of Florida suports this bill. https://t.co/0Tk3BZ30iH

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Congrats to JJ Holmes, one of The News Service of Florida’s inaugural 40 Under 40: Rising Stars. The list features remarkable individuals – and dozens more – whose professional achievements are truly exemplary. https://t.co/mBt6t2U6bP

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Lunch plans on tomorrow, Jan 17? Make time for our Lunch-n-Learn at 12 noon EST. Benefits & differences between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) & Supplemental Security Income (SSI) with Lisa DiFranza, attorney, DiFranza Law, P.A.
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The 2024 Legislative Session started last week. Learn about what’s in store ~ our rescheduled January Forum takes place tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16 at 11 a.m. There’s still time to register! https://t.co/PFjqJfrk1o

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IRS Raises ABLE Account Limit. ABLE accounts offer people with disabilities the ability to save up to $100,000 without sacrificing eligibility for Social Security and other government benefits. https://t.co/aLkXxd8brJ

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Mom’s mission for her boys with developmental disabilities – more accountability and funding. https://t.co/34mFUwU53e

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Making our way through The Capitol. Dustin Goodwyn, Operations Manager, met this morning with several legislators including Representative Dunkley from Broward. #AchieveWithUs #advocate

[Disability Rights Florida @DisabilityRtsFL]

🚨 Action Alert 🚨

Tell @AHCA_FL what you think about the proposed language changes to the iBudget Waiver: https://t.co/BI7RPdjELl

People with disabilities deserve a say in large-scale changes to services they depend on!

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Live Healthy aims to bolster Florida’s health care workforce and infrastructure and directs about $870 million to help get it done. The biggest chunk of change — $195.8 million — would help increase the rates for home- and community-based providers.
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Disability service providers across the nation are cutting back their offerings, turning away new clients and struggling to maintain quality and advocates say the situation is poised to get worse. https://t.co/ZUVIhIYqMY

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Due to the anticipated weather in Tallahassee today, we are rescheduling our Provider Forum to next Tuesday, January 16. https://t.co/sSckSzbaSo

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The Protect Our Loved Ones Act aims to keep those with special needs safe in an emergency situation. It just took effect here in Florida. https://t.co/Wqrs91Y50Z

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Join us for our January Advocacy Meeting this Wednesday with Disability Rights Florida. Learn about their services and supports. Register now! #AchieveWithUs #advocate https://t.co/SqSMhcWwuK

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Stay in the Know, sign up to receive our newsletters! A new year begins as we approach the legislative session next Tuesday, January 9. Here are some highlights as we head to the Capitol next week. Read more. https://t.co/fUcgDRe0Le

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Our January Provider Meeting is next Tuesday, January 9. Register now to learn what’s happening this session. https://t.co/5DB4Zdyds3

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We have a great line up for our Winter Lunch-n-Learn series! Take a look and register for one or all three! https://t.co/JtbeyItZIe