Family Care Council Florida

In 1993, the Florida Legislature created the Family Care Councils (Section 393.502, Florida Statutes) in each service area of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) to advise the agency, develop a plan for the delivery of family support services within the local area, and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of services and supports provided under the plan. 

There are 15 local FCCs throughout the state. Each council is made up of 10 to 15 governor appointed members which reflects the geographical areas and the various disabilities, ethnicity, and ages served by the agency. The membership is comprised of individuals with developmental disabilities, parents, siblings, grandparents, and guardians of people with developmental disabilities who qualify for APD services.