Inside APD: Unlocking APD Placement Opportunities

Inside APD: Unlocking APD Placement Opportunities

Guest Speaker:

Melinda Latham, APD Consultant | Atlas At Your Service

Join former APD Support Coordinator Melinda Latham for an informative discussion designed specifically for Adult Family Care Home providers. Drawing from her firsthand experience, Melinda will provide valuable insight into how the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) system works, the services and waiver programs available to residents, and the factors support coordinators consider when identifying the best living environment for individuals they serve.

Session Topics Include:

This session will also explore practical strategies providers can use to strengthen relationships with support coordinators, enhance their home's appeal, and position themselves as a trusted placement option within the APD network.

✅ Understanding APD programs and services available to residents

✅ The role of support coordinators and how they make placement recommendations

✅ Characteristics of homes that stand out during the referral process

✅ Common reasons providers are overlooked for placements

✅ Building a reputation that attracts long-term APD referrals

Interactive Q&A Session

Providers will also have the opportunity to ask questions directly and receive guidance on common concerns affecting Adult Family Care Home providers in Florida.

Note: This is an informational session and does not qualify as a CEU session