Accessibility Information
| Area Administrator: | Gayle Granger |
| Office Address: | 3631 Hodges Boulevard Jacksonville, FL 32224 |
| Main Phone Number: | (904) 992-2440 |
| Main Fax Number: | (904) 992-2442 |
| Counties Served: | Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, and St. Johns |
Area News & Announcements
- Looking for Resources and Services? Check out the New APD Resource Directory.
- Apply for Services —To learn how to apply for services from APD, including the Medicaid Waiver program, for yourself or a family member, please visit our Apply for Services Section
The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Persons who desire accommodations should contact: Gayle Bowman , Area 4 ADA Coordinator at Gayle_Bowman@apd.state.fl.us (904) 992-2450 or the main office at (904) 992-2440. Please call at least 72 hours prior to the event to allow time to arrange your accommodations.
Area Training Information
- Required Training
- Optional Training (In-Service)
APD Resource Directory
- Resource Search
A searchable directory of local, state, and national resources and services.
- Planning Resources
This directory is a good starting point for finding a variety of natural and community supports, in addition to services provided by government agencies.
- Suggest a resource
If you or your organization has a suggestion for a resource opportunity, please complete the following form
Waitlist Information
- APD maintains a statewide waiting list of individuals requesting services under its Developmental Disabilities Home and Community- Based Services Waiver.
Area Suggestion Box
Submit your suggestions to APD for improving supports and services in your community
Provider Recruiting Opportunities
New Provider Enrollment
Becoming a Provider is a free process.
**If you would like to become a Medicaid waiver provider or have questions about this process, please contact Roberta Phifer, Vendor Enrollment Specialist at (904) 992-2426 or email roberta_phifer@apd.state.fl.us. Provider application packets cannot be mailed out but Roberta will email you a provider application packet upon request.
Area Steering Committee
- For a complete list of committee members,
meeting minutes, and upcoming activities please visit the Steering Committee page.
Apply for Services
To apply for services from the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, including the Medicaid Waiver program, for yourself or a family member, please contact Ryan Murphy at (904) 992-2428 or email ryan_murphy@apd.state.fl.us.
Services are not based on your income but are based on the developmental disabilities covered under the Florida States 393. "Developmental Disability" is a broad term that refers to a variety of conditions that interfere with a person's ability to function in everyday activities. Chapter 393, Florida Statutes, defines developmental disabilities as spina bifida, autism, cerebral palsy, Prader-Willi syndrome and mental retardation.