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As the parent of an adult with severe autism as well as a professional with a lifetime’s work developing and supervising educational programs for many others on the autism spectrum, I have developed an understanding of the importance of safety measures in the home, in schools, and across community settings.  We must take steps to

The Florida Development Disabilities Council (FDDC) honored two individuals with advocacy awards last week in Tallahassee. Krystal Sims from St. Lucie County received the Idelio Valdes Leadership and Advocacy Award, and Stephanie Nordin received the inaugural Bobbie Lake Family Member Leadership and Advocacy Award. These awards were presented during the FDDC’s annual Developmental Disabilities Day

The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council’s 2023 Annual Report highlights its key activities and federally funded initiatives over the past fiscal year. Each year, the Council submits a detailed performance report to the U.S. Administration on Community Living. This year’s report, available in both English and Spanish, outlines progress on five core goals: 1️⃣ Access to