As our fellow Floridians prepare for inclement weather this

weekend, please be assured that the conference is still scheduled to take place Wednesday, October 12 through Thursday, October 14, 2016.

In the event of any unforseen changes, Partners for Progress will contact all participants.

In this panel presentation, panelists will share success stories about  independent living in the community. Attendees will learn how the panelists overcame obstacles and learned from their experiences. 

Panelists will share information and valuable tips on: 

• Evaluating what is right for you along a continuum of residential options
• Support services for living in inclusive settings
• Finding a home that is affordable
• How to make a home accessible
• How to connect with other self-advocates who are living in inclusive settings

Panelists:

Tricia Riccardi,  Self-advocate and Board Member

Kathy Leigh,  Self-advocate and Board Member

Damian Gregory,  Self-advocate and Board Member

Residential Options of Florida (ROOF)

Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC) is the state housing finance agency in Florida.  As a financial institution, FHFC administers federal and state resources to finance the development and preservation of affordable homeowner and rental housing.  

This workshop will provide an overview of how FHFC operates with a focus on funding programs which facilitate housing options for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.