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Florida Community Care (FCC), the Medicaid MCO serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), enrolled 323 new members as Florida expanded its Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Comprehensive Managed Care (ICMC) Program from a pilot to a statewide model across all 67 counties. Total enrollment has now reached 700 individuals. The ICMC Program brings together health care services, home- and community-based supports, and case management under one coordinated structure. Enrollees work with FCC case managers to identify needs and develop individualized plans. Covered services include applied behavior analysis, life skills development, personal supports, transportation, and residential supports such as group homes and supported living. The expansion has also created new pathways for individuals waiting for services. As of May 2025, 358 people on Florida’s iBudget waiting list have enrolled in ICMC. APD currently serves 35,790 individuals, with more than 21,000 still on the waiting list. #Medicaid  #Inclusion #SmartLiving #CommunitySupports #AssistiveTech

Thanks, Laura Mitchell, for the shout-out! It’s always a thrill to see agencies truly putting technology to work through Remote Supports. It takes collaboration between tech partners like GrandCare Systems® and subject-matter change experts like ShiftAbility to ensure agencies aren’t just installing technology for technology’s sake, but using it to drive real, meaningful change for the people they support.

We are incredibly excited to begin Unity House's journey into Smart Living and Remote Supports! This initiative has been years in the making, shaped by countless hours of planning and collaboration among our team at ShiftAbility, the participating agencies, our technology platform partner Heylo and our project sponsor, the New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation. We’re thrilled to be part of this movement in New York and honored to support agencies as they transform the future of technology-enabled supports. #IndependentLiving #smartliving #remotesupports #assistivetechnology #TechEnabledSupports #DigitalTransformation

Smart home technology is doing more than making daily life convenient — it’s reshaping how people with I/DD build routines, stay safe, and maintain independence. And for providers, it’s redefining what person-centered support can look like. Automated lighting that responds to movement. Voice-controlled routines that reduce anxiety and increase confidence. Sensors that quietly monitor environmental safety without interrupting someone’s autonomy. These aren’t “nice-to-have” features — they’re the building blocks of a more flexible and dignified support model. As more organizations explore smart living environments, we’re seeing how thoughtful technology design can reduce staff burden, improve outcomes, and give individuals more control in their everyday lives. At ShiftAbility, we’re proud to help providers design connected environments that adapt to each person — not the other way around. #SmartLiving #IDD #AssistiveTech #InnovationInCare #ShiftAbility #DigitalSupports

Accessibility shouldn’t stop at compliance. Meeting the minimum standards isn’t enough. True inclusion starts when design moves beyond compliance and begins centering equity, dignity, and lived experience. Across industries, designers and technologists are rethinking what accessibility feels like — creating products and spaces that are expressive, intuitive, and built for joy, not just functionality. When accessibility becomes a design foundation rather than an afterthought, we don’t just remove barriers — we build environments where everyone can participate fully and confidently. #Inclusion #IDDCommunity #AssistiveTechnology #Equity #Innovation

Behind every innovation is a problem worth solving. For too long, families and providers supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) have faced a tough choice: 📉 Rely on outdated systems 💸 Or invest in complicated tech that wasn’t built for real-life use Heylo changes that. Heylo combines intuitive smart home technology with 24/7 connected support — giving individuals more control over their daily lives, easing pressure on caregivers, and helping providers deliver safer, smarter services. It’s simple. It’s supportive. And it’s built for how people actually live. #AssistiveTechnology #BehavioralHealth #Accessibility #TechForGood #EmpoweredLiving

Wearable technology is more than a device — it’s becoming a bridge. For individuals with I/DD, connected wearables are helping providers and families stay informed in real time — tracking health, safety, and daily routines while empowering independence. From smartwatches that monitor activity and sleep to sensor-enabled clothing that alerts caregivers to changes in wellbeing, these tools are creating networks of support that extend beyond the home. When data flows securely and meaningfully, technology doesn’t replace care — it strengthens connection. #ShiftAbility #WearableTech #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #RemoteSupport

Across the country, states are rethinking how systems work together to support individuals with developmental disabilities as they age — and the families who support them. Sixteen states and the District of Columbia have joined a five-year initiative, the Bridging Aging and Disability Community of Practice, led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL). The goal: to strengthen connections between aging and disability networks, improve caregiver supports, and plan for the future of adults with I/DD. With over 7 million individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities — many cared for by aging family members — this collaboration couldn’t come at a more important time. At ShiftAbility, we believe innovation happens when systems connect — and when technology helps make that connection seamless, person-centered, and sustainable. #IDDCommunity #AgingAndDisability #ConnectedCare #Accessibility #PersonCenteredSupport

Heylo looks simple on the outside. But under the hood? It’s driven by powerful, intuitive, human-centered technology. Here's what powers our platform: 🔍 Smart motion and environmental sensors 📈 Person-driven responses based on real-time data 📋 Customizable alert thresholds per home/resident 🧠 Context-aware escalation logic But none of that matters if it doesn't feel usable. So we prioritized simplicity:  • Fast device setup  • Intuitive interface  • Seamless staff handoffs Because the best tech doesn’t feel like tech - it feels like clarity. Want a peek under the hood? We’re happy to walk you through it. #techforcare #smartdesign #HeyloEngineering Brian Hart ShiftAbility Shivani P. Zach Mayer Chris Baron Ritwik Rastogi Jonas Kleiner Patrick Klein Will Zell Corey M. Amit Rastogi Austin May Sibu Janardhanan Wolf Starr Mike Supeck Ryan J. Beal Khushi Punyatoya Mohapatra Kevin Marginian