Miami, FL. (July 2025) — Florida Community Care (FCC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Independent Living Systems (ILS), today announced it has surpassed 40,000 enrolled members across Florida — doubling its membership in less than two years and underscoring its rapid growth and expanding impact in serving vulnerable populations.

ILS entered the Florida managed care market in 2018, and FCC was originally established to serve individuals in Florida’s Medicaid Long-Term Care program, with a special focus on supporting older adults and people with disabilities. Today, FCC’s member population is more diverse than ever, now including low-income families, individuals living with serious mental illness (SMI), HIV/AIDS, and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

This expansion follows FCC’s success in securing a new statewide Medicaid managed care contract from the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) in 2024, which broadened its population services to include recipients of Managed Medical Assistance (MMA) and individuals with IDD on a waiting list to receive home-and community-based services.

“This milestone reflects the trust our members place in us and the deep commitment we have to serving vulnerable populations with compassion and innovation,” said Nestor Plana, Chairman and CEO of ILS and FCC. “As our reach grows, so does our responsibility and we are ready to meet the moment.”

FCC operates throughout the state and delivers MMA and LTC services across various regions with a pilot program for IDD currently in seven counties but slated to go statewide later this year. FCC’s services are supported by a statewide network of provider partners and a person-centered approach to care coordination that prioritizes independence, dignity, and better health outcomes.

“We’ve built this growth on the strength of our partnerships with providers, caregivers, and community organizations across the state,” said Plana. “It’s not just about the number of members; it’s about making a meaningful difference in each of their lives.”

About Independent Living Systems:

Independent Living Systems (ILS) is a Florida-based company providing a comprehensive range of turnkey payer services to managed care organizations and health care providers that provide care and social services to complex populations in the Medicare, Medicaid, and Dual-Eligible markets. The company also owns and operates Florida Community Care, Florida’s only statewide Medicaid long-term care provider service network, as well as Florida Complete Care, a Medicare Advantage special needs plan for people who live in a nursing home, an assisted living facility, or live at home and have complex health issues that require more coordinated and comprehensive care.

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