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Disability Rights Florida’s Statement on the Death of George Floyd
We, as a nation, have once again witnessed the last breath of an unarmed black American at the hands of those who are sworn to uphold the law. George Floyd’s death is the most recent in an appalling history of racist harassment, assault, and murder that reaches back in time…
We Want to Know: Conditions in Facilities During COVID-19
Disability Rights Florida (DRF) was founded in 1977 as the designated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) system for individuals with disabilities in the State of Florida. The P&A system exists to ensure the safety, wellbeing, and success of people with disabilities. DRF is available to provide legally based advocacy, education, and…
Health Information Specific to People with Disabilities
Plain Language Information on Coronavirus Información de COVID-19 Por y Para Personas con Discapacidades What do Older Adults and People with Disabilities Need to Know? ¿Qué deben saber los adultos mayores y las personas con discapacidad? What is my risk for COVID-19 – ASL COVID-19 Prevention Tips in ASL DAV…
COVID-19 Vaccine Information for People with Disabilities
Individuals of all ages are now eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine (16 years old or over can receive the Pfizer vaccine). If you are a Medicaid recipient and need transportation for COVID-19 vaccinations, review the Medicaid Transportation for COVID-19 Vaccinations document for more information.
General COVID-19 Information
The COVID-19 outbreak poses significant challenges to our communities, our clients, and the staff of Disability Rights Florida (DRF). It is DRF’s goal to continue its services and protect the rights of people with disabilities during this crisis. DRF is committed to maintaining normal office operations to the extent possible…
DRF makes repeated requests to Governor DeSantis for ASL interpreters at press briefings
Disability Rights Florida has notified Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office by phone and email on several occasions expressing our concern regarding his lack of compliance under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act at press and news conferences addressing issues related to COVID-19. We have respectfully requested his office comply…
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Information and Resources
Disability Rights Florida Response to COVID-19 State of Emergency Disability Rights Florida can help if you: Have questions about your legal rights during the outbreak; Are seeing public information that is not accessible; Need assistance getting a vaccine; or Feel you are experiencing an extra layer of disability discrimination during…
DRF to Governor to: Stop Discrimination Against People with Disabilities Amid COVID-19 Care
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tallahassee, FL – With a sense of extreme urgency, Disability Rights Florida sent Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Executive Office of the Governor a letter requesting the State of Florida immediately take affirmative action prohibiting the discriminatory rationing of life-saving medical equipment throughout the duration of the…