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January 2017
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Join us for Our Annual
Cheeseburger in Paradise Event


This year's Cheeseburger in Paradise event, hosted by the AngeLs for Victory Living Programs, will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2017 from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Fort Lauderdale Country Club (415 E Country Club Circle, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317).
To purchase tickets, CLICK HERE .

Client of the Month: Eric Friedberg

Now in his fourth month working for Publix, Eric is spreading his wings with the help of his employment coach, Lauren Vaneman. Lauren believes that Eric's biggest asset is his warm heart, big smile and willingness to help others. 
 
When asked about his work ethic, Lauren says, "Eric is punctual, always groomed to perfection, and willing to go in and lend a helping hand when Publix is in need of additional staff."

Help by Contacting Your Legislator 


Provider Rate Request for 2017 Legislative Session
Victory Living Programs and all Arc Chapters in Florida are grateful for the rate increases in the 2016 session.  While some of the crisis was avoided, APD is still experiencing a mass exodus of providers, leaving families trying to find services. The 2016 rate increase was approximately 3.5%.  While the remaining 11% from the 2016 request is still needed and funds must be recurring, providers are facing an additional crisis in workers compensation increases of up to 14.9%.  Read More

CLICK HERE to find your legislator's contact info. 


ABLE United Is Your Resource
In July 2015, the State of Florida created Florida ABLE, Inc. (d/b/a ABLE United) a registered not-for-profit and direct support organization of the Florida Prepaid College Board to administer the ABLE United Program.

An ABLE United account offers Floridians with disabilities a tax-free way to save while maintaining government benefits. Learn More




Hoops, Volleyball, Track & Bocce - Let's Play!

Congratulations to three basketball teams going to the Special Olympics state competition! 
The Shooters, Ballers and the Players teams will all travel to Tavares, Florida on February 
10th and 11th to compete. 

Here at home, volleyball, bocce and track practices have all started. Looking forward to a fun season! 


Follow the AngeLs for Victory on Facebook!

Our AngeLs for Victory auxiliary fundraising group has so many incredible events and activities planned for 2017. 

CLICK HERE to follow all that the AngeLs are doing to support Victory Living Programs. 





Victory Living Programs
1001 W. Cypress Creek Rd., Suite 400
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 616-1074
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