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Disability Rights Florida
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Providing free and confidential Protection and Advocacy services statewide to people with disabilities for 40 years. Call 800-342-0823 to request assistance.
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People with disabilities should not sit in jail waiting for mental health treatment. We support enforcing timely transfer to appropriate forensic services so care happens in the right setting. Jails are not treatment centers.
February 14, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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A denial can feel final, but it often is not. Our new blog explains appeals in plain language and what to do after a “no.” Read "When the system says No" blog here: disabilityrightsflorida.org/blog/entry/w...
Alt text: Graphic with a photo of a person seated at a desk behind a laptop, head down with hands on their head. Yellow background with the headline text: “WHEN THE SYSTEM SAYS ‘NO’: HOW APPEALS WORK AND WHY THEY MATTER,” and the Disability Rights Florida logo at the bottom.
February 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Amber Galloway Gallego joins us to talk music interpretation, concert accessibility, language access, and her new project Soulful Spaces. Plus: Deep Cut on Only Murders in the Building’s “The Boy from 6B.” Check out this fantastic episode here; disabilityrightsflorida.org/podcast
Alt text: Square promo graphic for the “Disability Deep Dive” podcast on a teal background. Large white text reads, “Interpreting the Beat: Making Music Visible with Amber Galloway.” A microphone graphic appears on the right with a small “DRF” label. Bottom left is a circular headshot of Amber Galloway (short dark hair with a pink streak, glasses, smiling). Text below says “Guest Amber Galloway,” and along the bottom: “with Keith Casebonne & Jodi Beckstine,” over a dark blue wave border.
February 12, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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🚨 Congress is considering bills that could make it harder for people with disabilities to vote by mail, get assistance, and even register. These barriers aren’t needed and would block eligible voters. Accessible voting = civil rights. Learn how to help today: ncavote.org/resource/nos...
February 11, 2026 at 6:38 PM
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The 2025 Annual Report is now online.
See how Disability Rights Florida supported people with disabilities across Florida in 2025, and what we are working on next.
disabilityrightsflorida.org/annual-repor...
Graphic promoting Disability Rights Florida’s “2025 Annual Report.” The text says people with disabilities in Florida continued to face barriers that are deeply rooted and slow to change, and that more work remains to ensure everyone can live, work, and participate fully in their communities. An illustration shows a hand holding a smartphone with “2025 Annual Report” on the screen, with decorative star shapes and heart icons. Disability Rights Florida logo appears at the bottom right.
February 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Independence should not pause because a mobility device breaks. We support Right to Repair so fixes are quick and affordable. Community living starts with mobility that works.
February 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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What does it take to be honest online and still protect your mental health?
We’re joined by Shane & Hannah from Squirmy and Grubs on the latest Disability Deep Dive.
Listen Here: disabilityrightsflorida.org/podcast
Podcast episode graphic with a blue background. Large white text reads, “Out Loud and Unapologetic: Squirmy & Grubs Take on Stigma and Storytelling.” In the top right corner is the Disability Deep Dive logo. A stylized microphone graphic appears on the right. On the left is a circular photo of guests Shane and Hannah smiling together. Text below reads, “Guests Shane & Hannah.” Along the bottom, a darker blue band reads, “with Keith Casebonne & Jodi Beckstine.”
January 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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This is the kind of ad we want more of.

Apple’s new video highlights college students with disabilities living full, ordinary, meaningful campus lives and using accessibility tools as they go. Even if you are not an Apple fan, it’s worth a watch.
www.youtube.com/watch
Alt text: Blue poster-style image with large white text reading “DESIGNED FOR EVERY STUDENT” across the top and an Apple logo in the bottom left. A collage of college-aged students is shown in energetic poses, including a person using a wheelchair, a person seated at a desk with a phone and access tools nearby, and others standing or reaching their arms out, all outlined in white against the blue background.
January 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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“True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice.”
Dr. King reminded us that silence isn’t peace. Justice is.
#MLKDay
Graphic with a stylized illustration of a civil rights leader looking upward in shades of blue. Large text reads: “True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice.” Below the quote: “Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 19th.” The Disability Rights Florida logo appears on the right.
January 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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January pressure is real. You are not behind. A reset can mean choosing a pace that works for you.
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Graphic for Disability Rights Florida featuring a calm desk scene with a blank calendar, a notebook, and a coffee mug near a window with soft light. Text on the image reads, “You Are Not Behind: A January Reset That Actually Works.”
January 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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You are not behind. Move at the pace that works for you.

#DisabilityRights #KnowYourRights #DRF
January 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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We’re taking a short winter break! ❄️ Disability Rights Florida will be closed Dec 25–26 and Jan 1–2. Client Intake will be closed Dec 25th - Jan 4th.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe, restful holiday season. We’ll be back to support Floridians with disabilities as soon as we return.
Holiday hours notice from Disability Rights Florida with decorative pine branches. Listed dates: Dec 25, Dec 26, Jan 1, Jan 2. All marked closed. Logo at bottom.
December 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Students with disabilities face unfair barriers in college when schools demand new paperwork or give unclear steps for accommodations. The RISE Act would fix this. Urge Congress to act: secure.everyaction.com/JhYaHVVMgEiN...
A group of four college graduates in caps and gowns smile and hold diplomas. Above them, large text reads “Education Starts With Fair Access.” A box at the bottom says “Urge Congress to pass the RISE Act.” The Disability Rights Florida logo appears in the lower right corner.
December 11, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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🎙️ New Episode: Enough Is Enough

We talk with Prof. Sara Ryan about the crisis of preventable deaths in learning disabilities, the systems that keep failing families, and the urgent need for change.

This is a deeply important conversation.
Listen now: disabilityrightsflorida.org/podcast
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December 8, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Disability Rights Florida is proud to see Managing Attorney Leigh Markowitz speak with @fox35orlando about the DOJ’s investigation into SeaWorld’s ban on rollator walkers.
Full interview: www.fox35orlando.com/video/175130
Graphic with Disability Rights Florida logo, headline on DOJ’s SeaWorld investigation, and a split-screen Fox 35 interview showing the anchor and Leigh Markowitz. Text below explains concerns that SeaWorld’s rollator ban may violate the ADA.
December 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Our webinar Service Animals: Your Independence, Your Access, Your Rights is now on YouTube.
Clear guidance on service animal laws, public access, and how people with disabilities can protect their rights.
Watch here: youtu.be/SWcdh5eb40U
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December 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Happy 50th Anniversary, IDEA!
The Education for All Handicapped Children Act was signed in 1975. It was later renamed the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. IDEA continues to protect education rights for children with disabilities across the country.
Two students carrying school supplies outside a school building. Text reads: “The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act has turned 50. IDEA protects the rights of children with disabilities to learn and take part in school with their peers.” Logo for Disability Rights Florida.
November 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Honoring the strength and leadership of people with disabilities across Florida this Thanksgiving. Your advocacy and persistence shape stronger communities every day. Wishing you a safe and meaningful holiday. #DisabilityRightsFL #Thanksgiving2025 #AccessForAll
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November 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Gratitude is important, but it should never silence the need for systems that work.
Our latest blog explores how appreciation and advocacy go hand in hand for people with disabilities in Florida.
Read it here: disabilityrightsflorida.org/blog/entry/w...
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November 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Season 2 is here! The first two episodes of our podcast are out now. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch on YouTube.
Start listening: disabilityrightsflorida.org/podcast
Watch: www.youtube.com/@DisabilityR...
#DisabilityRights #Podcast #Florida
Podcast episode cover. Text reads: "Little Imperfections, Big Conversations: Peet Montzingo on Growing Up Different." Features a smiling guest, Peet Montzingo, and hosts Keith Casebonne and Jodi Beckstine. Disability Deep Dive logo. Podcast episode cover. Text reads: "Access, Not Applause: Practical Changes Over Feel-Good Clichés with Sarah Todd Hammer." Features a smiling guest, Sarah Todd Hammer, and hosts Keith Casebonne and Jodi Beckstine. Disability Deep Dive logo.
November 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Congress has ended the 43-day shutdown, but many Floridians could still face delays in SNAP, LIHEAP, and health coverage, and another funding deadline looms Jan 30, 2026. Get updates & disability-focused resources: disabilityrightsflorida.org/newsroom
Informational graphic from Disability Rights Florida titled “Update” with a photo of the U.S. Capitol. Text notes Congress ended the 43-day shutdown and says programs are funded into 2026, but Floridians may still see delays in SNAP, LIHEAP, and other benefits.
November 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Join our free Service Animals Webinar on Nov 19, 2025, 11 a.m.–12 noon (ET) to learn your rights and responsibilities under the law. Register now: disabilityrightsflorida.org/resources/se...
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November 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Alice Wong was a leader who expanded understanding of disability rights and self advocacy. Her passing is a significant loss. Her work continues to guide advocates today. Learn more about her legacy: disabilityvisibilityproject.com/
Alt text: Black and white memorial graphic featuring Alice Wong seated in her power wheelchair with her ventilator. Text reads “Rest in Peace” with her name, dates, and a short tribute. Disability Rights Florida logo appears at the bottom.
November 15, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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When benefits pause, community answers the call. Learn where to find food, how to ask for accessible help, and how you can support neighbors during the shutdown.

Read the full story and share to reach a neighbor in need: disabilityrightsflorida.org/blog/entry/w...
A woman in a blue shirt stands holding a box of groceries, including fruit and canned goods, with the text “When the System Fails, Who Shows Up?” and the Disability Rights Florida logo. Small images below show people distributing food and offering help.
November 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Join our free Service Animals Webinar on Nov 19, 2025, 11 a.m.–12 noon (ET) to learn your rights and responsibilities under the law. Register now: disabilityrightsflorida.org/resources/se...
Alt text: “Live Webinar – Service Animals: Your Independence, Your Access, Your Rights.” Photos of Marion Gwizdala, President/CEO of Advocates for Service Animal Partners, Inc., and Barb Page, Sr. Advocate-Investigator, Disability Rights Florida. November 19, 2025, at 11 a.m. ET.
November 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM