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Pathways to Opportunity
"Skills that Shine, Lives that Thrive!" 

Se Habla Espanol:     239-995-2106 Ext: 2301

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You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers!

The Disability Navigation Program provides step‑by‑step support for individuals with disabilities and their families as they apply for essential services. Offered through Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida and funded by the Golisano Foundation, this program helps families understand and access resources such as Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) funding, the Medicaid Waiver (iBudget), and other important community supports. Because the application process can feel overwhelming, our team is here to guide you, answer questions, and ensure you never navigate this journey alone. To get started, please click the link below to complete the inquiry form, and a representative will contact you to begin the process.

El Programa de Navegación para Personas con Discapacidades ofrece apoyo paso a paso para ayudar a las personas con discapacidades y a sus familias a solicitar servicios esenciales. Este programa, ofrecido por Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida y financiado por la Fundación Golisano, ayuda a las familias a comprender y acceder a recursos como los fondos de la Agencia para Personas con Discapacidades (APD), el Programa de Exención de Medicaid (iBudget) y otros apoyos comunitarios importantes. Sabemos que el proceso de solicitud puede sentirse abrumador, por eso nuestro equipo está aquí para orientarle, responder sus preguntas y asegurarse de que no recorra este camino solo. Para comenzar, haga clic en el enlace a continuación para completar el formulario de consulta, y un representante se comunicará con usted para iniciar el proceso.

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Southwest Florida Community Resource Guide

Please click here to find out more about the resources available to you.

  • Federal/State Agencies & Programs

  • Accommodation/Rights

  • Housing

  • Recreation

  • Adult Community Programs

  • Service Databases

  • Etc.

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Questions?

Call 239-517-4908

Community Trainings

TRAINING SEMINARS IN SWFL

If you are a business owner or organizational leader and would like to go through a Disability Etiquette training please email jessicatursi@gwswfl.org. 

APD Support Documents

Below are the required documents and a checklist that may be helpful when applying for Medicaid Waiver.

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APD Application Tips 

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APD Applying for Services Guide

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APD Application & Supporting Documents Checklist

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APD Wait List Priority Categories

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APD Consejos De Aplicacion

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APD Guia Solicitud De Servicios

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APD Aplicacion y Lista De Documentos

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APD Lista De Espera Categorias De Prioridad

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