Lakeland, Florida – Our Michael is 19yrs old. Michael was born premature and lives with Cerebral Palsy and non-verbal Autism. Michael requires support for all daily living skills. I am a school board member in Polk and my husband Bob is a real estate broker. Michael has one younger sister, Evie. Our goal is that […]
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Lakeland, Florida –Special needs individuals need care 24/7. There is not a single person who can provide this level of care constantly. Direct support workers help families take this load off their lives providing different services that each individual needs. Return to the Pay Fair for My Care page
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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
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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.
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Jacksonville, Florida – Meet DSP Tamara Foster of Pine Castle Direct Support Professionals are a vital part of our community, our organization, and the workforce at large. The people who fill this important role make immeasurable differences in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental differences. We must compensate these hard-working and dedicated team
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Jacksonville, Florida – Meet DSP Tamara Foster of Pine Castle Direct Support Professionals are a vital part of our community, our organization, and the workforce at large. The people who fill this important role make immeasurable differences in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental differences. We must compensate these hard-working and dedicated team
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Loxahatchee, Florida – My direct care workers help me, and teach me things that make my life a little easier. Things like communication, daily living skills, even leisure skills. They also make sure I am safe and supervised if my family can’t be home. I’m not sure what my life would be without them, and
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Tallahassee, Florida – Because of my direct support workers, I get the opportunity to live in my own apartment, make my own choices, and work a full time job. Despite my disability, I have always wanted to be like any other person my age. Though most 30 year olds can get themselves dressed, cook meals,
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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
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October is Disability Employment Awareness Month in Florida. This is when our state and the nation focus on job opportunities for people with disabilities. In today’s business world, talent is in demand. Many businesses are opening their doors to people with disabilities and have discovered a wealth of dependable job talent. The Agency for Persons
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