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Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of September 9, 2020.
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The Advocacy Network on Disabilities- Ms. Ira Diaz
Ms. Diaz advised Board regarding data available of Coral Gables residents which have contacted their office between the time from of mid-March and August reflecting a 50% increase in calls.
Ms. Diaz advised approximately 25% of the calls were regarding seeking financial assistance. Other assistance being requested is by seniors seeking in-house support and parents regarding
education and children with special needs. Ms. Diaz advised she has been made aware of efforts conducted by various departments within the City such as assistance with groceries. Ms. Diaz
stated one of the biggest challenges is issue regarding care givers. Ms. Diaz stated there is both a concern regarding having care givers go into homes and shortage of caregivers available.
Ms. Diaz also spoke of importance to have mask which provide access to view mouth or shields in order to facilitate communications.
Ms. Diaz advised of grants they have received via Children’s Trust Fund and services they have been able to provide. Mr. Sando asked how families can be made aware of these programs.
Ms. Diaz advised it would be best for families to contact them directly and provided phone number 305.596.1160. Ms. Diaz advised once a family contacts them no matter what their situation
is a complete a complete assessment is conducted to identify best services they can acquire. Ms. Milne asked if it would be possible to have Ms. Diaz information placed on email sent to Coral
Gables residents advising of their availability and Ms. Elejabarrieta stated it could be.
Salvadore Park Expansion- Ms. Carolina Vester Parks & Recreation
Ms. Vester presented Board power point detailing expansion of Salvadore Park and its inclusive project. Ms. Vester explained upgrades to make restrooms accessible and installation of
various new accessible to all playground equipment....
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