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Supported Living in Jacksonville: Building Independence While Honoring Individual Choices

Supported Living in Jacksonville: Building Independence While Honoring Individual Choices

Supported Living in Jacksonville: Building Independence While Honoring Individual ChoicesJessica Allen, Founder, Owner
Published on: 08/12/2025

Quality supported living in Jacksonville, FL empowers adults with different abilities to live independently with appropriate support. Gem Support Services provides person-centered APD supported living throughout Northeast Florida.

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Respite Care in Jacksonville: Why Quality Relief Services Keep Northeast Florida Families Strong

Respite Care in Jacksonville: Why Quality Relief Services Keep Northeast Florida Families Strong

Respite Care in Jacksonville: Why Quality Relief Services Keep Northeast Florida Families StrongJessica Allen, Founder, Owner
Published on: 01/12/2025

Discover how quality respite care in Jacksonville, FL supports family caregivers while ensuring excellent care for loved ones with different abilities. Gem Support Services offers flexible Med Waiver respite throughout Northeast Florida.

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What It Really Means to Be an APD Provider in Northeast Florida

What It Really Means to Be an APD Provider in Northeast Florida

What It Really Means to Be an APD Provider in Northeast FloridaJessica Allen, Founder, Owner
Published on: 14/11/2025

Discover what quality APD provider services look like in Jacksonville, FL. Gem Support Services offers comprehensive Med Waiver support including respite care, supported living, and community integration in Northeast Florida.

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When Community Care Comes Full Circle: Clay County Change Maker's Pageant

When Community Care Comes Full Circle: Clay County Change Maker's Pageant

When Community Care Comes Full Circle: Clay County Change Maker's PageantJessica Allen, Founder, Owner
Published on: 10/11/2025

Jacksonville APD services provider Jessica Allen reflects on sponsoring the Clay County Change Maker's Pageant. Learn how community involvement strengthens Med Waiver support in Northeast Florida.

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