PROVIDING TEMPORARY RELIEF FOR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS WHILE SUPPORTING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND CHRONIC CONDITIONS ​ Respite Care Services in Florida offer short-term, temporary care for individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or age-related needs, allowing their primary caregivers to take a break or attend to other obligations. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and are designed to su

EMPOWERING FAMILIES WITH THE KNOWLEDGE AND TOOLS TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES IN THEIR HOMES AND COMMUNITIES ​ Family Training & Support Services in Florida help families and caregivers gain the skills, knowledge, and emotional support needed to effectively care for individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and are designed to strengthen the h

EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO ACHIEVE COMPETITIVE, INTEGRATED EMPLOYMENT   Supported Employment Services in Florida help individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain meaningful employment in the community. These services are authorized under Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and are designed to promote independence, self-sufficiency, and full participation in the workforce. ​​ 1. GOVERNING AGENCIES Agency: State

SUPPORTING INDEPENDENCE THROUGH HANDS-ON ASSISTANCE WITH DAILY ACTIVITIES IN HOME AND COMMUNITY SETTINGS ​ Personal Care Assistance (PCA) Services in Florida provide hands-on support with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) for individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or age-related needs. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs to help individual

DELIVERING DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES TO SUPPORT HEALTH, MOBILITY, AND INDEPENDENCE ​ Medical Equipment and Supply Services in Florida ensure that individuals enrolled in Medicaid and Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs have access to the durable medical equipment (DME) and medical supplies they need for daily living, health management, and community participation. These services promote independence, safety, and improved quality of

DELIVERING HIGH-QUALITY MEDICAL CARE IN HOME AND COMMUNITY SETTINGS TO SUPPORT HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE ​ Skilled Nursing Services in Florida provide essential clinical care to individuals with chronic health conditions, disabilities, or recovery needs. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid and Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs, allowing individuals to receive professional nursing care while remaining safely in their homes and c

SUPPORTING SKILL DEVELOPMENT, INDEPENDENCE, AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ​ Habilitation Services in...

SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH, EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING, AND RECOVERY THROUGH COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY-BASED CARE ​ Behavioral Health Services in Florida offer therapy, counseling, psychiatric support, crisis stabilization, and rehabilitative care for individuals with mental health disorders, behavioral challenges, or co-occurring conditions. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid State Plan, Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs, and specialized beha

EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS WITH INDEPENDENT LIVING SOLUTIONS THROUGH DEVICES AND TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT ​ Assistive Technology (AT) Services in Florida help individuals with disabilities acquire, use, and maintain devices or equipment that improve their functional capabilities and support greater independence. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and are critical for enhancing mobility, communication, self-car

PROVIDING PERSONALIZED SUPPORT TO HELP INDIVIDUALS LIVE SAFELY AND INDEPENDENTLY IN THEIR OWN HOMES ​ In-Home Support Services in Florida offer individuals with disabilities and chronic conditions the personalized assistance they need to live independently in their homes and participate fully in community life. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and are designed to support activities of daily living

ENHANCING SAFETY, MOBILITY, AND INDEPENDENCE THROUGH HOME MODIFICATIONS   Home Accessibility Adaptations in Florida support individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or aging-related needs by modifying their homes to improve accessibility, mobility, and safety. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs, allowing individuals to live more independently and avoid institutional care. ​​ 1. GOVERNING AGE

DELIVERING INDIVIDUALIZED THERAPEUTIC SUPPORTS TO ENHANCE FUNCTION, COMMUNICATION, AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR MEDICAID RECIPIENTS ​ Specialized Therapies Services in Florida include occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), speech-language pathology (SLP), and other clinically necessary supports designed to improve or maintain functional capabilities. These services are covered under Florida Medicaid, including the iBudget Waiver for individuals with developmental disabi

HELPING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES MAINTAIN HOUSING, INDEPENDENCE, AND ESSENTIAL NEEDS THROUGH FINANCIAL SUPPORT ​ Financial Assistance Services in Florida help individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or long-term care needs access to limited financial resources necessary to establish or maintain living arrangements in the community. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and are designed to

BUILDING SKILLS, INDEPENDENCE, AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES   Training Services in Florida are designed to help individuals with disabilities develop, maintain, or improve skills necessary for living and working more independently in their homes and communities. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs, promoting self-sufficiency, employment readiness, and personal growth.

SUPPORTING SUCCESSFUL MOVEMENT FROM INSTITUTIONAL SETTINGS TO COMMUNITY-BASED INDEPENDENT LIVING ​ Transition Services in Florida help individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or other long-term care needs move safely and successfully from institutional settings—such as nursing homes, hospitals, or intermediate care facilities—into homes or community-based living arrangements. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (H

SUPPORTING DAILY LIVING THROUGH HOUSEHOLD ASSISTANCE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES, CHRONIC CONDITIONS, OR AGE-RELATED NEEDS ​ Homemaker Services in Florida assist individuals enrolled in Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs by providing help with household tasks necessary to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy living environment. These services allow individuals to continue living independently in their homes and participating fully in their

SUPPORTING SOCIALIZATION, SAFETY, AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FOR INDIVIDUALS IN THEIR HOMES AND COMMUNITIES ​ Companion Care Services in Florida provide non-medical assistance, supervision, and socialization to individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or aging-related needs. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs and aim to enhance quality of life, promote independence, and reduce isolation. ​​

DELIVERING SKILLED MEDICAL CARE, PERSONAL SUPPORT, AND THERAPEUTIC SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS IN THEIR HOMES ​ Home Health Services in Florida provide medically necessary skilled nursing, personal care, and therapy services to individuals with disabilities, chronic conditions, or recovering from illness or injury. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid and Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) programs, supporting individuals to remain in their homes while rec

ENSURING ACCESS TO MEDICAL CARE, EMPLOYMENT, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND LONG-TERM CARE NEEDS ​ Transportation Services in Florida provide individuals enrolled in Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs with safe, reliable, and accessible transportation to essential destinations. These services are crucial for promoting independence, improving access to health care, employment, and social participation, and suppor

PROMOTING HEALTH, NUTRITION, AND INDEPENDENCE FOR INDIVIDUALS IN THEIR OWN HOMES   Home-Delivered Meals Services in Florida ensure that individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or age-related needs have access to nutritious, prepared meals delivered directly to their homes. These services are authorized under Florida’s Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs, helping to maintain health, prevent malnutrition, and support independent living. ​