Florida ARF is a 501(c)(3) organization and represents Community Human Service Provider Agencies making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities across the sunshine state.  Florida ARF does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates.

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Infants, Children, & Youth Forum:

Provides advocacy and intervention for programs and resources for special needs children from birth through age 22

Community Supports:

Advances the goals and issues of community agencies that serve people who need support with their daily living activities, particularly for individuals with developmental disabilities

Employment Forum:

Provides a venue for the discussion of ideas and issues relating to the operation of programs by community agencies for job training, placement, retention and advancement of people with significant barriers to employment

Government Relations:

Develops and delivers Florida ARF’s annual legislative and executive branch platform and coordinates a grassroots advocacy program to help members educate their legislators

ICF/DD:

Promotes quality of care available for individuals with severe disabilities who cannot live independently

Legal Advocacy:

Educates and secures resources to address issues that negatively influence service alternatives for individuals with disabilities

RESPECT Oversight:

Provides direction and guidance to the RESPECT program to ensure that governmental agencies within the State of Florida obtain quality products and services produced by persons with disabilities