Check out the July edition of FDDC “Connections!”
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Announcements
- FDDC’s Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report highlights progress in Year 4 of its 5-year state plan, including training, practical tools, advocacy, and federally funded projects that improve policies, programs, and opportunities statewide.
What We’re Celebrating
- During The Family Café, FDDC celebrated connection, leadership, and advocacy with partners, Council members, and Florida Partners in Policymaking® graduates.
- Stacey Hoaglund, FDDC’s Florida Partners in Policymaking® Coordinator, shared how PIP helps graduates build leadership and advocacy skills and use their voices to create positive change.
- FDDC also shared summer water safety information from the Autism Society of Florida, including practical tips and resources for caregivers and families.
Opportunities
- FDDC released Request for Bids #2026-AF-9700, Housing For Aging Families Enabling Technology Strategies. Submissions are due August 14, 2026.
- The August 3 AMPLIFY! topic is “Adaptive Fashion and Shopping Accessibility.”
- Applications for the 2026-2027 FL SAND Fellows Leadership Program are being accepted through August 15.
Media
- Episode 4 of the Our Work Matters Podcast explores dual diagnosis, mental health and I/DD, challenges in diagnosis and treatment, and efforts to improve care.
- The Our Care Matters video series has reached more than 1 million video plays, helping amplify the voices of Floridians with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
In the News
Recent stories shared through FDDC’s social media highlight:
- Airport practice for families through Wings for Autism
- Workforce training opportunities for people with disabilities
- Housing and transportation programs
- Dating and relationship education
- Music therapy and expanded disability services