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Statewide Nonprofit Disability Organizations
The BSCIP Resource Center provides brain and spinal cord injury survivors, family members, caregivers, friends and professionals with educational information and resources needed to support them in the community.
The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD) provides support and assistance with the goal of optimizing the potential of people with autism spectrum disorder and related disabilities.
Disability Rights Florida is a nonprofit organization that provides legal advocacy and rights protection for adults and children with a wide range of disabilities.
Florida Alliance for Assistive Services & Technology, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for Floridians with disabilities by increasing access to assistive technology through empowerment and collaboration.
Working with local, state, and national partners, The Arc of Florida advocates for local chapters, public policies, and high quality supports for people with developmental and other disabilities to be fully included in all aspects of their community.
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council affects policy and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and their supports through education, advocacy and partnerships.
Disability Laws & Regulations
This guide provides an overview of Federal civil rights laws that ensure equal opportunity for people with disabilities. To find out more about how these laws may apply to you, contact the agencies and organizations listed below.
Learn some of the basics about U.S. laws, regulations, and executive orders, and discover resources to find out more.
Other Resources
ABLE United’s mission is to encourage and assist the saving of private funds to help persons with disabilities cover costs that support their health, independence and quality of life.
The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.
The Florida Statewide Independent Living Council (FILC) was established in 1999 by amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and is a statutory requirement under Federal laws. FILC Members are appointed by the governor and conduct public forums to gather information on systemic barriers from Floridians with disabilities. FILC works closely with the 15 Centers for Independent Living to create a three-year State Plan for Independent Living.
This page is designed to answer frequently asked questions on the housing rights of people with disabilities and the responsibilities of housing providers and building and design professionals under federal law.
NCIL advances independent living and the rights of people with disabilities. NCIL envisions a world in which people with disabilities are valued equally and participate fully.
State Agencies Providing Disability-related Services
ABLE United’s mission is to encourage and assist the saving of private funds to help persons with disabilities cover costs that support their health, independence and quality of life.
The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.
The Florida Statewide Independent Living Council (FILC) was established in 1999 by amendments to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and is a statutory requirement under Federal laws. FILC Members are appointed by the governor and conduct public forums to gather information on systemic barriers from Floridians with disabilities. FILC works closely with the 15 Centers for Independent Living to create a three-year State Plan for Independent Living.
This page is designed to answer frequently asked questions on the housing rights of people with disabilities and the responsibilities of housing providers and building and design professionals under federal law.
NCIL advances independent living and the rights of people with disabilities. NCIL envisions a world in which people with disabilities are valued equally and participate fully.
Employment Resources for Persons with Disabilities
CareerSource Florida is the statewide workforce policy and investment board. Our partners include the Department of Economic Opportunity, 24 local workforce development boards and 100 career centers throughout Florida.