Interested in Becoming a Provider?
Providers play a vital role in helping individuals with developmental disabilities to thrive in their community. The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) welcomes compassionate, committed professionals to join our network of service providers. Whether you are starting a business or expanding an existing one, your commitment can help build a more accessible Florida. APD offers you the opportunity to support dynamic individuals with developmental disabilities as they live, learn, and work in their communities.
iBudget Waiver Provider Enrollment
To learn more about the free process of becoming an iBudget Waiver Provider, visit APD’s Quick Guide —a helpful, easy-to-use tool designed to support you every step of the way.
Licensed Settings Application Information
Adult Day Training and Residential Habilitation providers must be licensed. Please see below for more information on licensure.
Interested in applying to license a new Adult Day Training Program?
Step 1: Complete the licensure application form Found Here.
Step 2: Submit application & evidence of the licensee’s financial ability to operate the facility for up to 60 days without dependence upon payment from the state or other third-party fees from facility residents or participants. Such evidence shall include bank account statements, pay stubs, documentation of a line of credit, or any other documents which would demonstrate the expected ability of the licensee to continue operations for that time period and under those conditions, to ADT.applications@apdcares.org
Step 4: Provide any additional information or corrections requested by the agency within 30 days after receipt of the request for additional information.
Step 5: Work with your regional ADT licensure specialist to schedule a facility inspection as soon as possible. Note, the agency must complete facility inspection to ensure that the facility or program meets the physical and safety standards, prior to the issuance of a license.
Interested in applying to license a new foster or group home with APD?
Complete the Application Request linked below. Please attach a copy of a valid photo identification card with your request. Once you complete and submit this request form, you will be contacted by APD regional staff to complete an interview to discuss the licensing process.
It is important to know, all APD providers and direct service professionals are required to pass a Level II Background Screening in accordance with Section 435.12 and 393.0655 Florida Statutes.
Individuals interested in opening up a licensed group home must already have a home secured. If the potential applicant has a home secured and is interested in submitting for licensing consideration may click on the link below to request an application. This link is not for general inquiries.
If you have any questions, please contact your APD local office.
Find your local APD office here: Local APD Office Locations.