by Elizabeth A. Leib

Florida parents of uninsured children under the age of 19 listen-up: learn more about this low-cost and possibly free healthcare program for kids. Depending on your family income, you may qualify for free or reduced premiums on this state funded health care for kids. Visit www.floridakidcare.com to apply online or call 1-888-540-5437 to receive an application by mail.

by Elizabeth A. Leib

In my new role as parent liaison for Hillsborough County School's District III, I help parents with special needs children by providing them with information and resources. The goal of this assistance is to empower parents to become effective advocates for their children.

As a parent liaison for Hillsborough County's District III, I faciliate communication and information flow between parents, teachers and school administrators. There are six parent liaisons within Hillsborough County all of whom are supervised by the District Area Office administrative staff in conjuction with Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System, Parent Services Department.

This website is designed as a repository of information for parents as well as a place to ask questions. If you are a parent of a special needs child and have questions, contact me by email  or leave a post on this website with your contact information. You may also reach me by leaving a phone message at the FDLRS Parent Services office, 813-837-7733.