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Longwood Resident JJ Holmes Receives Top Developmental Disabilities Advocacy Award

Longwood resident JJ Holmes received the 15th Annual Idelio Valdes Leadership and Advocacy Award – the state’s top honor recognizing an individual with a developmental disability. The award is presented each year by the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council (FDDC) to a self-advocate who has demonstrated advocacy activities in keeping with the spirit of Idelio Valdes and

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FDDC Connections: 1/16/24 – Special Research Edition

Check out this special “Research Edition” of the FDDC Connections e-news! The FDDC administers federal funds to develop and support innovative practices that promote the independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in their communities. You’ll be able to see the progress made and the various reports documenting impact and success. Click

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FDDC Caregiver Spotlight: Jean Sherman “Caring Around the Clock”

Q: What would you most like people to know about your loved one? Jean: It’s difficult when you have a child with a developmental disability who is now an adult; people don’t understand how that affects their needs. Individuals with developmental disabilities DO grow up and they experience life changes like everyone else does. Sometimes

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National Caregivers Month

Celebrate National Family Caregivers Month

#CareGivingAroundtheClock This month, we are celebrating National Family Caregivers Month, a heartfelt salute to those who devote their days and nights to the well-being of their loved ones. In the spirit of around-the-clock dedication, organization, responsibility, scheduling, and hands-on care, we invite you to join us in acknowledging and celebrating the incredible families whose selfless

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Treasure Coast Transportation Project Spotlight

The FDDC funded a project that created a transportation voucher in Florida’s Treasure Coast which has provided over 120,000 trips to more than 7,000 individuals. The project now thrives independently, offering 24/7 door-to-door service across St Lucie and Indian River counties. These journeys are not just rides; they’re pathways to job training, employment, and crucial

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Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month

This month, we are celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a dedicated time each October to honor and celebrate the remarkable contributions of America’s workers with disabilities, both past and present. NDEAM is a platform for recognizing their resilience, achievements, and the positive impact they bring to workplaces across the nation. This month also

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