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Florida Association of Centers for Independent Living (FACIL) facilitates collaboration among member Centers for Independent Living and other stakeholders, resulting in a
unified statewide voice advocating for equal rights for people with disabilities.
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Elder Options – Online Survey for Seniors and Family Caregivers
Your Feedback Matters! Are you a Senior or Family Caregiver? If so, please complete a brief online survey to help Elder Options, the Aging Resource Center for *North Central Florida, with program planning and funding to benefit Seniors and Family Caregivers in our communities. The survey is available Through March 2012. If you need help or information on current services, please contact the Elder Helpline at 1-800- 96-ELDER (1-800-963-5337) or at www.agingresources.org.
*Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Lake, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Sumter, Suwannee & Union Counties. |
Ability 1st WALK RUN ROLL supports the mission of the organization: offering persons with disabilities the opportunity to achieve, maintain and strengthen their level of independence. Your participation will help raise awareness as well as much needed dollars for the programs and services Ability 1st provides to the community. People with and without a disability are encouraged to come out and support this event. |
Sportsability April 12-14, 2012
SportsAbility is the premier event of the Florida Disabled Outdoors Association (FDOA). This event is about enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by promoting active living. SportsAbility provides first hand access to resources and demonstrations of activities designed to encourage participation regardless of age or ability level. People who attend SportsAbility learn about the value of recreation and active leisure for everyone – especially people with disabilities. People discover the latest in equipment, trends, and resources. This event provides an opportunity for people to network with people with disabilities, resource providers, and community organizations. There is NO CHARGE to participants thanks to our generous sponsors. |
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Woman with Disabilities Can Fight Breast Cancer Too
For US women, breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death. Many women living with physical disabilities are significantly less likely to have been screened with the recommended guidelines, than women without disabilities. This puts these women at risk for late-stage diagnosis and poor health outcomes. For Florida, this presents a significant public health concern as nearly 1 in 5 women in our state are living with at least one disability. |
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In a major disaster, emergency workers may not be able to reach everyone right away, and in some cases it may take 3 or more days for help to arrive. What would you do if you had no electricity, no gas, no water and no telephone service? Having a plan for your family and their needs will help ensure their safety and comfort during these difficult times.
Remember, the best way to make your family and home safer is to be prepared before a disaster happens. |
A Guide to Public Benefits in Your State
Fact sheets with information about benefits programs for older adults with limited incomes and people with disabilities in all 50 states. Find out how to apply for help to pay for your prescription drugs, doctors’ bills, groceries and other basic expenses like home heating and cooling bills. |
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For extra copies or previous annual reports, contact the office at (850) 575-6004. |
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