PFFMC Stories – SOUTHWEST

Sarasota, Florida – After the winter holiday week my son with autism spent with me, Chris greeted his group home manager, Bianca, with a kiss on each of her cheeks and one on her forehead. My Chris is a tall, lean 20 year old who has always had an ability to climb, balance, and jump […]

Holiday, Florida –My granddaughter is on the Spectrum. There is Not enough help for people on the spectrum. My granddaughter had been pushed through 6th grade in a class with your typical sixth graders and class of there age. She needs more education, better care as does all. I’m doing the best and so is

Pasco, Florida –We were completely unable to get in home care for my daughter for years in Fl. We were on waitlists for 8 years but pay is so bad for caregivers and as a result there were huge shortages and ones that were willing to work for the low wages didn’t have adequate training

Cape Coral, Florida – Kevin’s direct support workers are so important to him to do the things he wants to do and needs to do. He cannot shower or dress without help. He would not eat if someone did not give him food. He would not go anywhere or do anything without help to arrange

Palm Harbor, Florida – Who is going to take care of my lovely 29 year old daughter? I provide most direct care. Here we are both getting air and swinging, we are getting through week 3 of Covid. The care she received from me while I have been sick with respiratory issues has been impeccable.

Fort Myers, Florida – My 23-year old son, Philip “Max” Memoli suffers from severe autism.  In addition to being Max’s mom, I own my own public relations and marketing business and was appointed to The Florida Developmental Disability Council (FDDC) by Governor Scott three years ago.  I am 58 years old and Max’s dad is