Miami, FL. (October 2025) Independent Living Systems (ILS), a leader in providing person-centered, comprehensive health and social care for vulnerable populations, is proud to announce a new strategic collaboration with Barry University’s newly restructured College of Health Professions & Medical Sciences. This partnership is designed to strengthen pathways for education, workforce development, and community impact.

Barry leadership recently signed a memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with Larkin University, Larkin Health System, and ILS to provide students with clinical training sites, research opportunities, and direct hands-on experience and pathways into the professional field.

This collaboration creates new pathways for Barry students, graduates, and ILS employees – bridging academic preparation with real-world experience and career growth in the healthcare field.

Key elements of the partnership to be developed could include:

• Internships for Barry Students: ILS will host Barry students for internships across the organization that will help students gain hands-on experience working directly with the vulnerable populations. 

• Job Placement Opportunities for Graduates: The partnership establishes a potential pipeline from education to employment, helping Barry graduates transition into meaningful, long-term careers within ILS and its family of companies. 

• Scholarships for ILS Employees: To further support continuing education, ILS is considering funding scholarships for its employees pursuing degrees or certifications at Barry University, helping team members enhance their skills and advance within the organization. 

“We’re investing in the next generation of healthcare professionals and our own employees who make a difference every day,” said David Rogers, President of Independent Living Systems. “By connecting education, experience, and employment, we’re helping build a stronger, more compassionate healthcare workforce for South Florida.”

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 vulnerable populations in the Medicare, Medicaid, and Dual-Eligible markets. The company also owns and operates Florida Community Care, Florida’s only statewide Medicaid 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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