In this episode of You First, we talk to David Boyer, Director of Investigations at Disability Rights Florida, and Molly Paris, Assistant Director at Florida Lawyers Assistance. David and Molly discuss how prisoners with disabilities were not receiving the same access to programs and services that other prisoners were receiving, and what Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Barb Page and Lisa Kinser, two Senior Advocates at Disability Rights Florida that provide assistance for clients with service animal issues. Lisa and Barb discuss the different types of assistance a service animal can provide, what the laws are regarding housing and places Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Barb Page and Lisa Kinser, two Senior Advocates at Disability Rights Florida that provide assistance for clients with service animal issues. Lisa and Barb discuss the different types of assistance a service animal can provide, what the laws are regarding housing and places Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Selina O'Shannon and Nately Alvarez, two Advocates at Disability Rights Florida who specialize in Special Education cases. Selina and Nately provide a wonderful overview of special education in Florida, explain the differences between IEP Plans and 504 Plans, and offer a wide array of tips and Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Selina O'Shannon and Nately Alvarez, two Advocates at Disability Rights Florida who specialize in Special Education cases. Selina and Nately provide a wonderful overview of special education in Florida, explain the differences between IEP Plans and 504 Plans, and offer a wide array of tips and Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Judy Silverstein, Regional Special Needs Consultant at the Florida Department of Health, and Carol Stachurski, Program Operations Manager at Disability Rights Florida. Judy and Carol explain how Floridians with disabilities can best prepare for emergencies, including signing up with the Special Needs Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Judy Silverstein, Regional Special Needs Consultant at the Florida Department of Health, and Carol Stachurski, Program Operations Manager at Disability Rights Florida. Judy and Carol explain how Floridians with disabilities can best prepare for emergencies, including signing up with the Special Needs Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Crystal Lilly, Director of Education and Training at Federation of Families of Central Florida, and Cameron Wood, Executive Director of the Peer Support Coalition of Florida. Crystal and Cameron discuss peer support programs, a natural extension of the recovery-oriented systems of care we Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Crystal Lilly, Director of Education and Training at Federation of Families of Central Florida, and Cameron Wood, Executive Director of the Peer Support Coalition of Florida. Crystal and Cameron discuss peer support programs, a natural extension of the recovery-oriented systems of care we Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Janniell Vazquez and Howard Bell of Disability Rights Florida. Janniell and Howard tell us about the Client Assistance Program (CAP), including information about who is eligible and what types of services can be provided. After listening, if you believe you could benefit Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Janniell Vazquez and Howard Bell of Disability Rights Florida. Janniell and Howard tell us about the Client Assistance Program (CAP), including information about who is eligible and what types of services can be provided. After listening, if you believe you could benefit Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Mark Miller of Interactive Accessibility. Mark uses anecdotes and analogies to energize our discussion of website and document accessibility, explaining why it is important to make sure your digital storefront is accessible and how you can ensure access to your websites, Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Mark Miller of Interactive Accessibility. Mark uses anecdotes and analogies to energize our discussion of website and document accessibility, explaining why it is important to make sure your digital storefront is accessible and how you can ensure access to your websites, Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Dana Foglesong, Manager of Recovery and Resiliency Services at Magellan Complete Care, and Wesley Evans, Statewide Coordinator of Integration and Recovery Services at the Florida Department of Children and Families. Dana and Wesley talk about the Right to Recovery as described by Recovery-Oriented Read More

In this episode of You First, we talk to Dana Foglesong, Manager of Recovery and Resiliency Services at Magellan Complete Care, and Wesley Evans, Statewide Coordinator of Integration and Recovery Services at the Florida Department of Children and Families. Dana and Wesley talk about the Right to Recovery as described by Recovery-Oriented Read More

This episode of You First focuses on ABLE United, a new savings and investment option for persons with disabilities in Florida. ABLE United Director John Finch tells us what an ABLE account is, how to get one, and how it affects your benefits and income.

This episode of You First focuses on ABLE United, a new savings and investment option for persons with disabilities in Florida. ABLE United Director John Finch tells us what an ABLE account is, how to get one, and how it affects your benefits and income.

This episode of You First features Mike McCreight, a young adult who was previously placed in a plenary guardianship but is now once again able to make his own decisions, and Mike's attorney, Amanda Heystek, who is Director of Systems Reform at Disability Rights Florida. We talk with Mike about Read More

This episode of You First features Mike McCreight, a young adult who was previously placed in a plenary guardianship but is now once again able to make his own decisions, and Mike's attorney, Amanda Heystek, who is Director of Systems Reform at Disability Rights Florida. We talk with Mike about Read More

Our guests today include Barb Page, Natalie Alden, and Victor Panoff, Advocate-Investigators at Disability Rights Florida. They each tell us why they feel it is important for persons with disabilities to vote and discuss their past experiences when voting. The guests also give advice to new voters about how to handle any Read More