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Tacachale

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Marks Life at Tacachale

Connie Howard, Chair of the Tacachale Advisory Board and mother of Tacachale resident Mark Howard, asked that we create a presentation highlighting her son’s good quality of life at the residential campus. Over several weeks, Mark’s activities were photographed to create this simple documentary. The photos give a glimpse into daily life at the residential campus for an active adult. While Mark cannot speak, he has learned sign language and as you will see in these photographs is able to clearly communicate about his choices and his life.

Gainesville, FL 32609-0390
(352) 955-5000

Tacachale is the oldest and largest community for the developmentally disabled in Florida. It is a progressive community dedicated to offering its residents the opportunities and services which respect and encourage their personal choices, enhance their quality of life, and maximize their individual potential.

Tacachale Management Team
Don Thomas
Superintendent
352.955.5580
Don_Thomas@apd.state.fl.us
Kenneth McDonald
Assistant Superintendent
352.955.5855
Ken_Mcdonald@apd.state.fl.us
Holli Rutledge
Senior Management Analyst Supervisor
352.955.5652
Holli_Rutledge@apd.state.fl.us
Julie Waldman
Legal Counsel
352.955.5757
Julie_Waldman@apd.state.fl.us
Zvia McCormick
Residential Facilities, Admission/Discharges
352.955.5739
Zvia_McCormick@apd.state.fl.us
Gail Acree
Human Resources
352.955.5074
Gail_Acree@apd.state.fl.us
Debra Jackson
Business Manager
352.955.5575
Debra_Jackson@apd.state.fl.us
Becky Dobbin
Community Relations
352.955.5675
Becky_Dobbin@apd.state.fl.us
Toll Free Line for Family Members & Guardians: 1-800-813-2241