Check out our Guide to the Medicaid Long-term Care Waiver and our Guide to the Medicaid Program.
Watch our videos about Home and Community Based Services and about the Medicaid Unwind.
Read our reports on the benefits of Medicaid expansion, maternal health, and other pressing issues.
July 2022
August 2022
Ultimately, our work is about people.
By familiarizing yourself with the stories of those who lack access to healthcare, you can be a stronger advocate for policy change.
If you have clients who might want to share their stories here, please contact us.
Training sessions that provide a basic overview of Florida Medicaid eligibility and services for low-income Florida seniors. June & July 2020
A range of trainings on the intersecting consumer, health and housing issues that impact low-income seniors and their social determinants of health. April 2019
A series of sessions that provide an overview of coverage basics for our elder community from HCBS services to Medicare eligibility programs.September 2018
Ultimately, our work is about people.
By familiarizing yourself with the stories of those who lack access to healthcare, you can be a stronger advocate for policy change.
If you have clients who might want to share their stories here, please contact us.
Ultimately, our work is about people.
By familiarizing yourself with the stories of those who lack access to healthcare, you can be a stronger advocate for policy change.
If you have clients who might want to share their stories here, please contact us.
Bryan Gowdy was recognized as a 2024 Pro Bono Hero by Funding Florida Legal Aid (formerly known as Florida Pro Bono Matters) for his exceptional dedication to justice, research, and advocacy in the Wright v. AHCA case. His expertise and commitment were instrumental in defending critical healthcare rights for vulnerable populations in Florida. Bryan’s tireless work, from in-depth research to strategic legal insight, played a pivotal role in securing a significant victory, ensuring that families receive the care they deserve. His pro bono efforts exemplify how legal professionals can create lasting impacts through advocacy and service. We are deeply grateful for Bryan’s contributions to this landmark case!
Steven Malono was recognized as a 2024 Pro Bono Hero by Funding Florida Legal Aid (formerly known as Florida Pro Bono Matters) for his invaluable assistance in successfully appealing a child’s Medicaid termination. His dedication as a #probono lawyer for Florida Health Justice Project ensured that the child has health insurance secured for at least another year, providing much-needed peace of mind and stability for the family. Steven’s tireless advocacy and commitment to justice highlight the critical role of pro bono work in protecting vulnerable individuals’ rights to essential healthcare services. His efforts have made a profound and lasting impact on this family’s well-being.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP was recognized as a 2024 Pro Bono Hero by Funding Florida Legal Aid (formerly known as Florida Pro Bono Matters) for their unwavering support of Florida Health Justice Project, where their legal expertise and dedication played a crucial role in advancing justice in the Dekker case. Their commitment to pro bono service demonstrates the firm’s dedication to protecting fundamental rights and ensuring access to legal representation for those who need it most. Through their exceptional efforts, Pillsbury Winthrop has made a lasting impact in the fight for equality, serving as a powerful example of how law firms can drive meaningful change.
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We are grateful for the attorneys and firms who dedicate their time to advancing health justice. Special thanks to Bryan Gowdy, Steven Malono, and Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, recognized among Florida’s 2024 Pro Bono Heroes by for their outstanding contributions. Learn more about our awardees and see the full list of honorees here: Florida’s 2024 Pro Bono Heroes.
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Florida Health Justice Project engages in comprehensive advocacy to expand health care access and promote health equity for vulnerable Floridians.
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