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Lincoln Works to See Supportive Decision-Making an Option to Guardianship
"About Us" is a series of interviews with accomplished self-advocates in Florida. Michael Lincoln is a licensed security guard in the...
Kelli Munn
Jul 1, 20205 min read


22nd Annual Family Cafe Goes Virtual Due to COVID-19
Though not surprised, we were all disappointed to hear the official word that Family Cafe will be experienced as a virtual event this...
FSACentral Staff
Apr 17, 20203 min read


Are you Ready for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day February 11?
Developmental Disabilities and Transportation Awareness Day in Florida is February 11 at the State Capitol in Tallahassee. The...
Kelli Munn
Jan 29, 20202 min read


On-Demand Transportation Pilot Program Extended in Tampa Area
, Advantage Ride, the on-demand transportation service that began a pilot program in March for individuals with developmental and...
Kelli Munn
Sep 4, 20192 min read


Movie Starring Boynton Beach Self-Advocate Opens in Florida this Weekend
“The Peanut Butter Falcon,” a movie starring Florida self-advocate, Zack Gottsagen, opens in Florida and nationwide this Friday, August...
FSACentral Staff
Aug 21, 20192 min read


Hurricane Preparedness is Imperative for Floridians with Disabilities
Hurricane season is upon us once again. It’s important to be prepared for weather events or emergencies that may occur in Florida,...
Kelli Munn
Jul 1, 20194 min read


Working People with Disabilities Program Will Increase Earnings & Savings Limits
When most job candidates negotiate their salaries, the goal is usually to secure more pay. It’s nothing short of surreal that capable,...
Kelli Munn
Jun 29, 20193 min read


Urgent Call for Advocacy in Last Weeks of Florida Session
With 25 days left in the Florida legislative session there's still time to make our voices heard but we must act quickly. People with...
FSACentral Staff
Apr 8, 20194 min read


Florida Self-Advocates Meet with Administration on Disabilities Commissioner Julie Hocker
A group of Florida self-advocates met with federal Administration on Disabilities commissioner Julie Hocker last week to discuss...
Kelli Munn
Mar 7, 20193 min read


Transportation Pilot Provides Free Rides Across County Lines
Advantage Ride, a free door-to-door transportation service that allows riders with disabilities to cross county lines is being piloted in...
Kelli Munn
Mar 1, 20193 min read


Self-Advocates "Ride the Wave of the Future" at 7th Annual Florida SAND Conference
The 7th annual FL SAND Conference is now just a memory to those of us who attended. It was held once again at the Florida Hotel and...
Kelli Munn
Feb 11, 20193 min read


“The Upside” Presents Unique Opportunity for Advocacy
This is the second article in a two-part series on "The Upside," released in theaters January 11. The new year has just begun and several...
Kelli Munn
Jan 18, 20193 min read


"The Upside" Provides Escape and Genuine Portrayal of Disability
This is the first in a two-part series of articles on "The Upside," released in theaters January 11. Many in the disability community...
Kelli Munn
Jan 18, 20193 min read


Workplace Accommodations Level the Playing Field for Employees with Disabilities
Employment protections for people with disabilities are covered under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). One...
Kelli Munn
Oct 27, 20183 min read


Employment Spotlight: FAAST's McCann Advises to Be Interview Ready
FSACentral is proud to celebrate Disability Employment Awareness month by featuring some people with disabilities who are out in the...
Kelli Munn
Oct 20, 20182 min read


The REV UP Campaign Arrives in Florida
REV UP has officially joined the ranks in Florida. It is a campaign aimed at eliminating barriers to voting that exist for people with...
Kelli Munn
Sep 25, 20183 min read


Volunteering Expands Options for Political Advocacy
Voting is the most powerful way to have a say in who represents our interests in the political arena but isn’t the only way for people...
Kelli Munn
Aug 30, 20183 min read


Self-Advocates Will Be Charting their Future at 7th Annual FL SAND Conference
Florida Self-Advocates Network'D -- or FL SAND -- has declared "Ridin' the Wave of the Future" as the theme of the 7th Annual FL SAND...
FSACentral Staff
Aug 21, 20181 min read


FSACentral Candidate Q & A: Jeff Greene
Florida Self-Advocacy Central has reached out to all gubernatorial and U.S. Senate candidates with specific questions about their...
Kelli Munn
Aug 15, 20183 min read


FSACentral Candidate Q & A: Philip Levine
Florida Self-Advocacy Central has reached out to all gubernatorial and U.S. Senate candidates with specific questions about their...
Jason Hahr
Jul 20, 20186 min read
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