Suncoast Region > Field 8


QI Director: Jeff Smith
Office Address: 2295 Victoria Avenue
P.O. Box 60085
Fort Myers, FL 33906
Main Phone Number: (239) 338-1370
Main Fax Number: (239) 338-1355
Counties Served: Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry, and Lee

Area News & Announcements


Area Training Information

Area Training Calendar

 


Field Contacts


Field Resources


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


Field Suggestion Box

Field Suggestion Box

Submit your suggestions to APD for improving supports and services in your community


Provider Recruiting Opportunities

Becoming a Provider is a free process.

Area 8 is currently recruiting providers for Family and Supported Living Waiver Services: Environmental Accessibility Adaptations and Assessment, and Supported Living Coaching.

Contact Ed Ruley, Provider Enrollment at the area office if you are interested in obtaining information about becoming a provider.


Area Steering Committee

Area Steering Committee

Projects and Activities planned by the Steering Committee/Area Quality Leader

  • Enhancing communication and networking between APD, Delmarva, Service Providers, Family Members and Self Advocates.
  • Provide training and information for self-advocates, their family members/guardians on how to select, interview and hire providers who will provide the services best suited to the needs of the individual being served.
  • Provide training opportunities for area providers to enhance the quality of the services they provide to reflect the choices and goals of the individuals they serve